Back on Track to Success
Back On Track is a program to help students with CSUMB or cumulative GPA below 2.0 access the resources and support that lead to future success and well-being.
It is important to meet with your academic advisor BEFORE the semester begins to adjust your schedule for the upcoming semester. Your success advisor will help you develop strategies for managing your workload and can connect you with resources and support programs.
Step 1- ASAP -:Meet with your Academic Advisor to adjust your schedule and repeat any classes as needed. If you cannot find an open appointment, please attend DROP IN ADVISING. If you are considering changing majors, you can call our office (831-582-3937) to schedule an appointment with the Academic Advisor for your new major.
Step 2- Before June 30th: Meet with your Success Advisor to discuss develop strategies for improving your GPA and to help connect you with resources and services to support your wellness and success.
Step 3- Before September 30th: Schedule a follow-up appointment with your Success Advisor to check in about study strategies, balancing school with other reponsibilities, time managment, and to help you stay on track for a successful semester. so that your advising hold can be lifted and you can register on time for the next semester.
NOTE: Students are strongly encouraged to schedule check-ins with their success advisor once or twice a month, to help them stay on track, and for assistance with support resources or challenges that arise. Please let your advisor know if challenges arise and you need additional support or resources to thrive at CSUMB.
Step 4- Mid October: Schedule an appointment with your Academic Advisor to select classes for Spring semester. Registration opens in October.
Step 5- Prior to registration: Check in with your academic advisor or your success advisor to get your registration hold lifted. If you have complete the steps listed above, either advisor can list your registration hold.
If you have questions about your academic probation status, please reach out to your Academic Advisor or your Success Advisor.
NOTE: EOP, TRIO, CAMP, Guardian Scholars, Athletes, and other special cohort programs will meet with their retention advisor for their Back on Track appointments, but also need to meet with their academic advisor to update their education plan (ILP).Returning Students: Students who are returning to CSUMB after time off should meet with Lamberto Figueroa, the "Welcome Back Otter" coordinator.
Student Success Advisors by Major Major Advisor(s) Agricultural Plant and Soil Sciences
BiologyJesus Clemente, M.A. Business Administration Ardith Tregenza, M.S. Cinematic Arts & Technology Tasneem Mohamed, M.S. Collaborative Health & Human Services Ardith Tregenza, M.S. Communication Design
Computer ScienceJesus Clemente, M.A. Computer Science Online Kayla Rolicheck Environmental Science, Tech & Policy
Environmental StudiesJesus Clemente, M.A. Ethnic and Gender Studies
Global StudiesTasneem Mohamed, M.S. Human Development & Family Science Ardith Tregenza, M.S. Humanities & Communication
Japanese Language & CultureTasneem Mohamed, M.S. Kinesiology
Liberal StudiesArdith Tregenza, M.S. Marine Science
MathematicsJesus Clemente, M.A. Music Tasneem Mohamed, M.S. Nursing Candi Prado Psychology
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Sociology
Spanish Language and Hispanic Cultures
Statistics Jesus Clemente, M.A. Sustainable Hospitality Management Ardith Tregenza, M.S. Undeclared Naomi Dimas Bolanos, M.A. Visual and Public Art Tasneem Mohamed, M.S.
*Athletes,Guardian Scholars, EOP, TRiO SSS or CAMP students will meet with their program Retention Advisor for their Back On Track Initial and Followup appointments but need to have their Academic Advisor update their Ed Plan.