WCBA STUDENT SERVICES CENTER

What is Academic Advising?

Academic advising is a developmental process that helps students clarify their academic goals and create educational plans to achieve those goals.

Who is Required to Meet with an Advisor?

We encourage all WCBA students to meet with their Academic Advisor at least once a semester. Appointments fill up quickly, so schedule EARLY!!!

The following students have registration holds on their accounts that will prevent them from registering for the upcoming term until they meet with their assigned academic advisor.

  • Freshmen and Sophomores (0-59 semester hours complete)
  • Students on academic warning or probation
  • Student Athletes
Who is Your Academic Advisor?

You can view your academic advisor assignment in your STUDENT PROFILE in the PENGUIN PORTAL.

Instructions for accessing your student profile can be found at https://ysu.edu/penguin-service-center/student-profile.

WCBA STUDENT SERVICES ADVISING TEAM

Emily Koch, 
Academic Advisor
ekoch@ysu.edu
Business Majors
Last Names A-C

Wafa Hadi,
Academic Advisor
wahadi@ysu.edu
Business Majors 
Last Names D-G

Yvonne Townsend,
Academic Advisor
ymtownsend@ysu.edu
Business Majors 
Last Names H-L

Nikeesha Austin, 
Academic Advisor
nmaustin@ysu.edu
Business Majors 
Last Names M-R

Susan Carfolo, 
Academic Advisor
secarfolo@ysu.edu
Business Majors 
Last Names S-Z

Mary Coller, 
Director
mtcoller@ysu.edu
BSBA - AOP Student

Trinity Miller, 
Graduate Assistant
temiller04@student.ysu.edu

WCBA CENTER FOR STUDENT SERVICES

Williamson Hall, Room 1115
330.941.2376

Office Hours:
Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:00pm
Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Evening Appointments Available on Request

HOW TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH A WCBA ACADEMIC ADVISOR

Current WCBA Students
Schedule an academic advising appointment through Handshake.
Click here for Handshake instructions.

New Students
Change of majors from a different college and transfer student from another university. Call 330.941.2376 or stop by Williamson 1115 to schedule an appointment.

WCBA STUDENT SERVICES CENTER MISSION STATEMENT

The Center for Student Services in the Williamson College of Business Administration (WCBA) at Youngstown State University is committed to providing comprehensive support and guidance to students through personalized academic planning, monitoring of degree progress, implementation of effective academic success strategies, and referrals to campus resources. Our mission is to empower students to navigate their academic journey successfully, achieve their educational goals, and develop the skills and competencies necessary for personal and professional growth. Through collaborative partnerships with students, faculty, and staff, we strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters student success and enriches the educational experience within the WCBA and its wider community.