Academic Advisors
The Kahlert School of Computing undergraduate academic advisors are available to answer questions regarding schedule plans, registration for classes, and degree requirements, as well as help resolving any problems a student may be experiencing in their academic progress.
Students should visit their academic advisor at least once a year to verify that they are on track for graduation. Appointments are required.
For general information please email ugrad-help@cs.utah.edu. And for information specific to Data Science, email DS-ugshelp@cs.utah.edu.
Academic Advisors
The Kahlert School of Computing academic advisors are here to help you succeed in your undergraduate career. They can help you in a variety of ways, including:
- Getting into the DS major
- Transfering to the U
- The pre-major decision to choose data science as your career
- Schedule planning and verifying your required courses and program of study
- Suggesting general education courses
- Helping you deal with stress and other problems
- Graduation clearance
- First-year, second-year, and undeclared mandatory advising
Students should check which advisor they should see based on their last name (see below).
Please visit the Kahlert School of Computing Academic Advisor Page for a list of advisors.
Director of Undergraduate Studies (DUGS)
The Director and Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies for the Kahlert School of Computing works closely with students and faculty to make sure that the undergraduate program provides a top quality experience.
Students who are experiencing varied circumstances are encouraged to speak with the DUGS to help find their best path forward.
| Director of Undergraduate Studies | Professor Jim de St. Germain |  |
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| Email: | germain@cs.utah.edu | |
| Contact: | Kahlert School of Computing front office MEB 3190 801-581-8224 |
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| Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies | Professor Daniel Kopta |  |
| Email: | dkopta@cs.utah.edu | |
| Contact: | Kahlert School of Computing front office MEB 3190 801-581-8224 |
The School's Director of Undergraduate Studies works with students regarding:
- Probation
- Grade/Status appeals
- Re-admittance to the major
- Thesis approval and other Capstone issues
- Degree variances
- Other questions related to the DS program and/or your degree
Program Director (DS): Professor Jeff Phillips
As the Program Director for the Data Science Major, Jeff works with the undergraduate advisors and the DUGS to advise on things specific to the experience of data science majors within the Kahlert School of Computing
| Email: | jeffp@cs.utah.edu |
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| Office: | MEB 3404 |
Being Successful
Embarking on a degree path in data science is a rewarding, yet challenging endeavor. To help you succeed, we have compiled the following suggested resources for success!