Who is My Advisor? 

NDSCS has program faculty advisors and academic counselors. You will be assigned a faculty advisor based on your program of study your first semester.  You can easily find your advisor's name on your Campus Connection homepage. 

View My Advisor 

1. Log in to CampusConnection
2. On the Student Homepage, click on the Academic Progress Tile. Your advisor’s name and contact details will be listed under Advisors and Advising Notes. 

If you need help choosing an academic program, interpreting course placement requirements, changing/updating your schedule, reviewing graduation requirements, and much more - our Academic Counselors are here to help. 

Academic & Career Counseling 

At NDSCS, Academic and Career Counselors are here to support your success—whether you're choosing a program, planning your career path, or navigating challenges along the way. We understand that college life can bring questions and obstacles, and our team is ready to help you reach your goals. 

Our staff can assist you with: 

• Academic counseling and support
• Career exploration and planning
• Occupational and program information
• Course registration and academic planning
• Addressing academic challenges or concerns
• Program changes 

How Do I Change My Program? 

Contact Student Success to schedule an appointment to discuss your options and complete processes for updating courses, program, etc. 

Connect with our team to create a plan for success and make the most of your NDSCS experience! 

Student Success | 701-671-2257 | ndscs.studentsuccess@ndscs.edu  
Jena Tolbert | Academic Counselor | jena.tolbert@ndscs.edu | 701-671-2814 | Wahpeton 
Erin Berget | Academic Counselor | erin.berget@ndscs.edu | 701-231-6947 | CIC/Fargo 
Jacqueline Ware-Sodsod | Academic & Career Counselor | jacqueline.ware@ndscs.edu | 701-671-2488 | CIC/Fargo/Wahpeton 
*Online Only students can reach out to any staff member. 
Director of Student Success| Mindy Manock Tayer | mindy.manocktayer@ndscs.edu | 701-671-2257

Career Counseling

Not sure what career might fit you? Our free Career Counseling service can help you evaluate your interests, skills and values. We can also assist in your exploration of new careers and occupations as well as guide you in choosing a major with a developed strategy to achieve your goal.

Focus 2 is an online self-assessment and career exploration tool that will help you: 

• Assess academic strengths, interests, skills and values
• Explore programs at NDSCS
• Explore occupations matching your personal attributes
• Keep track of your career planning process
• View PowerPoint

To optimize your use of Focus 2 be sure to:

1. Complete the Self Assessment sections
   • New Users: Your access code is Wildcats | Create a New Account
   • Returning User: If you already have an account Log-in Now!
2. Schedule an appointment with our Career Counselor to review and discuss your results

To set up an appointment, please call Student Success at 701-671-3000.

Career Development Resources 

• O*NET - My Next Move: Information from the U.S. Department of Labor on career assessment and occupations which relate to personal skills and abilities, personality and required knowledge for each career choice.
• Career One Stop: The U.S. Department of Labor provides information on career assessments, occupations, advice on resumes and interviewing, job search and a guide to workforce services.
• Occupational Outlook Handbook: Hundreds of various occupations are featured which includes specific descriptions of each career, the working conditions, education and training required, job outlook and salary. Resource provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.
• ACT Profile: ACT's comprehensive career planning website which provides career assessments, occupational information and links to educational training sites.