COLLEGE OF

Education and Human Development

Undergraduate academic advising

CEHD advisors meet with you regularly so you're supported from orientation through graduation. Make an appointment with your CEHD advisor to:

  • Explore potential majors and opportunities within different majors.
  • Ask questions about registration and completing your degree.
  • Find out about campus life and University resources.

Appointments

We offer in-person appointments as well as appointments over Zoom or phone. Call CEHD Student Services at 612-625-3339 to schedule an appointment with your advisor, or schedule an appointment online through their individual profiles. Check with your advisor for their weekly availability.

Drop-in advising is available in-person or over Zoom.

  • Extended drop-in advising during first week of each semester (Tuesday – Friday) from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Ongoing drop-in advising Fall 2024 & Spring 2025: Monday-Thursday from 2-4 p.m.
    • Stop by 360 Education Sciences for in-person drop-in advising
    • Call 612-625-3339 or email cehdinfo@umn.edu for drop-in advising information via zoom.
       

Not sure who is your advisor? Log in to MyU and click on the Academics section.

Location

CEHD Student Services
360 Education Sciences Building
56 East River Road
Minneapolis, MN 55455
(get directions on Campus Maps)

Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday-Friday

Drop in advising

A 10-15 minute session for topics like answers to short questions, signatures on forms, time-sensitive matters, or a quick review of classes.

Call or email

Best for asking your advisor about general requirements, policies, forms, or resources.

Phone: 612-625-3339
Email: cehdinfo@umn.edu

Individual appointments

Typically 30 minutes and need to be scheduled at least one day ahead of time. Typical topics include exploring majors, registration planning, identifying personal goals, and support for any obstacle in your way.

    Laura Essig Laura Essig

    • Associate Director of Student Degree Progress & Retention
    • 612-626-4866
    • lessig@umn.edu

    Hi All, my name is Laura Essig and I am so excited to be guiding you on your academic journey! I was born and raised in Michigan where I attended Michigan State University (MSU) and earned my BA in Public Administration & Public Policy and my MA in…

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    Phuong Geiger Phuong Geiger

    Hello! My name is Phuong Geiger and I look forward to working with you! I started working at the University of Minnesota in May of 2018.

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    Sara Georgeson Sara Georgeson

    I have been working in student services at the University of Minnesota for over 20 years and am fortunate to be part of the CEHD advising team.

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    Jessica Heidemann Jessica Heidemann

    Hello Students! I’m happy to support those transferring to CEHD from other colleges at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

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    Marjorie Grevious Marjorie Grevious

    I was born and raised in Louisville Kentucky. My family sent me to Minnesota because I had dropped out of college to be in love. I was sent here to live with my great-aunt who was the first black social worker hired by Hennepin County.

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    Anna Mraz Anna Mraz

    • Student services advisor and PES Program Coordinator (CEHD)
    • 612-625-9591
    • annam@umn.edu

    My name is Anna Mraz, I grew up in Minneapolis and I have worked in student services and advising for nearly 20 years at the U of MN in various units including the College of Pharmacy, the College of Liberal Arts, and the College of Education and…

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    Rochelle Privratsky Rochelle Privratsky

    I am brand new to student services in CEHD at the University of Minnesota (as of April, 2023), however I have previous advising experience at other universities in the Twin Cities metro.

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    Ellen Sunshine Ellen Sunshine

    • Associate Director of Student Recruitment, Admissions, and Engagement
    • 612-626-0627
    • sunsh001@umn.edu

    Hello students! I am really excited to be in CEHD working with students in all of our majors, along with students who are undecided or exploring majors in other colleges.

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    Linda Vang Kim Linda Vang Kim

    Hi! My name is Linda Vang Kim and I am looking forward to being your academic advisor! I have worked at the University of Minnesota since 2007 in different departments including the Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE) and Student…

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    True Xiong True Xiong

    Hello! My name is True Xiong. I grew up in Minneapolis and attended Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN.

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    Chris Yang Chris Yang

    Hey Students! My name is Chris Yang, born and raised here in Minnesota. I currently reside in Brooklyn Park, MN. In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my three kids, and I watch and participate in sports.

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    Student resources

    Get support in balancing your academic, personal, and social life. CEHD advisors have put together a list of on-campus resources to support you.

    Are you a current CEHD student who is ready to declare your major?

    Make the most of your experience in CEHD! Our advisors and career counselors created a first-year/sophomore roadmap and a preparing for your major/final year roadmap to help you plan your college experience and prepare for your future.

    Follow these steps

    Academic support

    Your academic advisor is a good place to start when you have a question or are looking for resources on campus. In addition, these resources are available to all students at the University of Minnesota.

    Get list of resources

    Facing academic challenges

    It’s common to experience academic challenges at some point during college. Your academic advisor is here to help you through those challenges, and will be an ally for you throughout your time at the U of M. Together, you will develop a plan to help you stay on the path to success. 

    Get assistance

    Quote from Marianna Valadez, '17

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    "My advisor was always there for me when I needed her. She was supportive academically as well as on a personal level. She encouraged me to pursue many opportunities within CEHD as well as in the real world. Those real-world experiences are what led me to pursue a career in health administration."

    Marianna Valadez, '17 Kinesiology