Connect with your Guided Pathways (GP) Advisor!
If you've chosen Norwalk as your home campus, please see the information below to learn about preparing for and scheduling your advising appointment.
Contact Information
Email: nk-gpadvising@norwalk.edu
Phone: 203-857-7033
Office Hours
Monday–Thursday:
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tuesday & Wednesday:
9 am - 6 pm
Friday:
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Office Locations:
E 102:
Guided Pathways Advising-
Academic Counseling Center
W 102:
Guided Pathways Advising-
West
Schedule an Advising Session
Your Guided Pathways (GP) Advisor regularly reaches out to you through your student email with direct links to book an appointment on campus or virtually. To access your email account, log-in to myCTState and look for “View/Access College Email.” If you cannot find any emails from your advisor, please reach out to the Guided Pathways Advising Office.
To find your GP advisor, visit DegreeWorks by logging in to myCTState and select “Access Degree Works.” Your Guided Pathways Advisor will be listed at the top of the page. If you cannot locate your advisor, contact the Guided Pathways Advising Office.
Alternatively, you can identify what student type you are from the categories below and make an advising appointment that way. Please click on the appropriate student type to read more about preparing for and scheduling your advising appointment. Note: The advising requirements may be different for each student type.
I've never attended another college or university after receiving my high school diploma.
Welcome! Students must first apply and be admitted to CT State before meeting with an advisor. Prior to your meeting, please ensure placement documents and transcripts are on file with the Admissions office. This will ensure you receive the best advising experience. Without placement information and/or transfer credits in the system, the GP Advising team will be limited in how they can assist you.
THE STATEMENTS BELOW MUST BE TRUE TO PROCEED WITH SCHEDULING AN ADVISING APPOINTMENT:
- I have applied and been accepted to CT State Community College
- I have submitted my high school transcript, official SAT/ACT scores or GED
- My immunization form and/or matriculation items have been sent to the Admissions Office
Immunizations are your vaccination records (measles, mumps, rubella, varicella). Matriculation Items may be a copy of your HS transcript, proof of residency or citizenship. - I have completed my FAFSA and/or plan to set up payment plan with the business office
- I have declared a major and home campus at CT State Community College
- I have scheduled a PAW workshop
- I have completed the PAW Assessment Form
- I have successfully set up my myCTState student account
What Are PAW Workshops?
As a first-time college student, we know that you're excited to pick out your major, select your first-semester courses and learn more about the opportunities that CT State Norwalk has to offer. Our First-Year advising team is here to help you get started.
Students entering college for the first time are required to attend a Panther Advising Workshop (PAW) prior to registering for their first semester at CT State Norwalk. The workshop will include:
I am currently enrolled and taking credit courses at CT State.
Continuing students are encouraged to connect with their Guided Pathways (GP) advisor to prepare for registration and their faculty advisor or Program Coordinator to learn more about their degree path. To guarantee time with your advisor, please schedule an appointment. Advisors can meet with you in-person, virtually, or over the phone. Same day service is not guaranteed without an appointment.
THE STATEMENTS BELOW MUST BE TRUE TO PROCEED WITH SCHEDULING AN ADVISING APPOINTMENT:
- I have reviewed my progress towards the completion of my degree using DegreeWorks.
- I have prepared a list of courses to consider for next semester
- I have a list of questions to discuss with my GP advisor
I've attended another college or university, outside of the 12 community college campuses in Connecticut, after receiving my high school diploma.
THE STATEMENTS BELOW MUST BE TRUE TO PROCEED WITH SCHEDULING AN ADVISING APPOINTMENT:
- I have applied and I am accepted to the college
- I have sent my official college transcript(s) or I can present an unofficial copy of my transcript(s)
- I have completed a transfer evaluation request
I have attended one of the 12 community colleges in the past but have not been enrolled at one of the colleges for two or more years.
THE STATEMENTS BELOW MUST BE TRUE TO PROCEED WITH SCHEDULING AN ADVISING APPOINTMENT:
- I am returning after 2+ years
- I have reapplied with the Admissions Office and have been accepted
- I have completed my FAFSA and/or plan to set up a payment plan
I'm not planning on graduating, just taking a few courses.
THE STATEMENTS BELOW MUST BE TRUE TO PROCEED WITH SCHEDULING AN ADVISING APPOINTMENT:
- I am only here for a very brief time and do not plan to graduate
- I know which courses I would like to take
- I can present my unofficial transcripts
I have not yet applied to CT State.
Students must first apply and be admitted to CT State before meeting with an advisor. Prior to your meeting, please ensure placement documents and transcripts are on file with the Admissions office. This will ensure you receive the best advising experience. Without placement information and/or transfer credits in the system, the Guided Pathways advising team will be limited in how they can assist you.
Meet the Team
To find your Guided Pathways (GP) advisor, visit DegreeWorks by logging in to myCTState and selecting “Access Degree Works.” Your advisor will be listed at the top of the page. If you cannot locate your advisor, contact the GP Advising Office.
Advisor for the following programs:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, Mathematics Studies, Biology Studies, Chemistry Studies, Physics Studies, Biochemistry Studies-TAP, Technology Studies: Environmental Science
Advisor for the following programs:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, Mathematics Studies, Biology Studies, Chemistry Studies, Physics Studies, Biochemistry Studies-TAP, Technology Studies: Environmental Science
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: bolanle.akinsulire@ctststate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7167
Advisor for the following programs:
Culinary & Hospitality Programs, Business Administration: Marketing Programs
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: donna.brooks@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7071
Advisor for the following programs:
Psychology-TAP, Nursing, Respiratory Care
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: zemima.choudhury@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7054
Advisor for the following programs:
Criminal Justice, Criminology Studies- TAP, Nursing, Archaeology Certificate
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: weethne.dorvil@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-6862
Advisor for the following programs:
Liberal Arts & Sciences, General Studies, Visual Arts, Graphic Design Programs, Interior Design Career Programs, Construction Technology Certificate
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: hillary.johnson@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-6898
Advisor for the following programs:
Non-Degree, Computer Science, Economics Studies-TAP
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: james.joseph@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7134
Advisor for the following programs:
History Studies-TAP, Political Science-TAP, Sociology Studies-TAP, Exercise Science/Exercise Science-TAP, Physical Therapy Assistant, Geography-TAP
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: stephen.kittredge@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7108
Advisor for the following programs:
Accounting Programs, Business Administration programs, Business Studies- TAP, Paralegal programs
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: genesis.mosquera@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7156
Advisor for the following programs:
Early Childhood Education program, Medical Assisting Program, Health information: Medical Billing and Outpatient Coding Specialist
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: marieange.nicolas@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7108
Advisor for the following programs:
Human Services, Human Services-TAP, Nursing, Veterinary Technology
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: francheska.nieves@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7112
Advisor for the following programs:
Liberal Arts & Sciences, General Studies, English Studies- TAP, Spanish Studies-TAP, Italian Studies- TAP
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: jennifer.rivera@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7094
Advisor for the following programs:
Liberal Arts & Sciences, General Studies, Communication Programs, Communication Studies – TAP
Guided Pathways Advisor I
Email: allen.rossetti@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-7289
Meet the Guided Pathways Advising Leadership
Advisor for the following programs:
Non-Degree Students, Veteran Students
Campus Advising Lead
Email: catherine.miller@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-3342
Advisor for the following programs:
UCONN GAP, Non-degree Students
Guided Pathways Advisor II
Email: karla.smith@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-6919
Advisor for the following programs:
UCONN GAP, Non-degree Students, High School Partnership
Guided Pathways Advisor II
Email: pracilya.titus@ctstate.edu
Phone: 203-857-6822