The Center for Academic Support includes Academic Advising, First-Year Programs and Tutoring and Learning Programs. We provide resources to students that focus on their individual needs, with an emphasis on social, personal and academic success.
We offer comprehensive and individualized support services in professional academic advising and peer tutoring. Our professional advisors can assist you with degree planning, course registration, campus resources, academic success strategies, homesickness, roommate challenges and understanding university policies and procedures.

Contact Information
Center for Academic Support
7th floor Library
academic-advising@ashland.edu
419-289-5639
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Schedule an appointment through the SOAR Network.
Center for Academic Support Values
- Belief: We believe that all undergraduate students have the strengths and skills necessary to succeed.
- Empowerment: We empower students to transform themselves into self-directed learners and decision-makers.
- Responsibility: We expect students to take responsibility for their academic choices and growth.
- Respect: We value and respect each student's unique history and path to self-discovery.
- Customer Service: We provide timely, precise and accurate high-quality service.

Staff

Kristina Cunningham
Assistant Director of Academic Advising - Student Support
Professional Academic Advisor - College of Education
kcunnin3@ashland.edu
419-289-5627

Kristen Herrick
Professional Academic Advisor - Transfer and Deciding Students
kherrick@ashland.edu
419-289-5945

Kelly Kossick
Assistant Director of Academic Advising - Student Academic Initiatives
Professional Academic Advisor - College of Nursing & Health Sciences
kkossick@ashland.edu
419-289-5679

Alayna Ross
Professional Academic Advisor - College of Business & Economics
aross17@ashland.edu
419-207-5242

Victoria O'Brien
Professional Academic Advisor - College of Arts & Sciences
vobrien@ashland.edu
419-289-5783