Connect with your advisor

Your MSU Denver advisor is here to help you succeed, academically and beyond. Whether you’re planning your schedule, exploring career paths, or navigating college life, we’re here to support you every step of the way. 

Talk to your advisor early and often. Many of our team members are first-gen grads who understand what it’s like to start or restart college — and they’re ready to listen, guide, and open doors. 

How to Find and Contact Your Advisor

Step 1: Find your advisor
Use the directory below to locate your assigned advisor by program or department. 

Step 2: Schedule an appointment
Once you know who your advisor is, use their booking link or email them directly to set up a meeting. 

Need Help Registering?

Know what to take but stuck on how to register? Check out the Registration and Waitlist Guides from the Office of the Registrar. 

Want quick course recommendations? Email your advisor with: 

  • Your full name and student ID 
  • Your major/minor 
  • How many credits you want to take 
  • The term (spring, summer, or fall) 
  • Any relevant info (like pending transfer credit)
  • Subject lineCourse Recommendations

Feedback

Have kudos or concerns about a member of our advising team? Email Caitlin Plamp, Manager of Student Support Services, at [email protected].

 

Criminal Justice & Criminology

Portrait of Jose Chavez Quezada

Jose Chavez Quezada, Criminal Justice & Criminology Academic Advisor

Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule online through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.

For the start of the Fall 2025 semester, Jose will be offering drop-in advising on the following dates and times – stop by for in person advising or call 303-615-1099 to be sent the virtual drop-in link.

  • Monday, August 18 – 8 AM to 11 AM and 1 PM to 4 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
  • Monday, August 25 – 8 AM to 11 AM and 1 PM to 4 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
Portrait of Spencer Sheaman

Spencer Sheaman, Criminal Justice & Criminology Academic Advisor

Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.

For the start of the Fall 2025 semester, Spencer will be offering drop-in advising on the following dates and times – stop by for in person advising or call 303-615-1099 to be sent the virtual drop-in link.

  • Thursday, August 14 – 9 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 3:30 PM (Administration Building 310 or Virtual)
  • Friday, August 15 – 9 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 3:30 PM (Virtual Only)
  • Thursday, August 21 – 9 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 3:30 PM (Administration Building 310 or Virtual)
  • Friday, August 22 – 9 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 3:30 PM (Administration Building 310 or Virtual)

Cybersecurity

Portrait of Maty Candelaria

Maty Candelaria, Cybersecurity Academic Advisor (Undergraduate Program)

Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.

For the start of the Fall 2025 semester, Maty will be offering drop-in advising on the following dates and times – stop by for in person advising or call 303-615-1099 to be sent the virtual drop-in link.

  • Wednesday, August 13 – 8 AM to 10 AM and 3 PM to 5 PM (Administration Building 310 or Virtual)
  • Tuesday, August 19 – 9:30 AM to 12 PM and 12:30 PM to 5 PM (Administration Building 310 or Virtual)
  • Wednesday, August 20 – 8 AM to 12 PM and 12:30 PM to 5 PM (Administration Building 310 or Virtual)

Exercise & Sport Sciences

Portrait of Clare Kost

Clare Kost, Exercise & Sport Sciences Academic Advisor

Available for Phone and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.

Diane McGrew

Diane McGrew, Sport Management Academic Advisor

Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.

Health Professions

Portrait photo of Bridgette Maloney

Bridgette Maloney, Health Professions Academic Advisor (Undergraduate Programs)

Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.

For the start of the Fall 2025 semester, Bridgette will be offering drop-in advising on the following dates and times – stop by for in person advising or call 303-615-1099 to be sent the virtual drop-in link.

  • Monday, August 18 – 8 AM to 10:30 AM and 2 PM to 4:30 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
  • Tuesday, August 19 – 8 AM to 4:30 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
  • Monday, August 25 – 8 AM to 11 AM and 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
AmberPaugh

Amber Paugh, MHA Graduate Advising Services Coordinator

Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1200.

Human Services & Counseling

Portrait of Monique Left-Hand Bull

Monique Left Hand Bull, Human Services & FERA Academic Advisor

Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.

For the start of the Fall 2025 semester, Monique will be offering drop-in advising on the following dates and times – stop by for in person advising or call 303-615-1099 to be sent the virtual drop-in link.

  • Monday, August 18 – 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 3:30 PM (West Classroom 236 or Virtual)
  • Tuesday, August 19 – 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 3:30 PM (West Classroom 236 or Virtual)
  • Wednesday, August 20 – 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 3:30 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
  • Thursday, August 21 – 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 3:30 PM (West Classroom 236 or Virtual)

Nursing

Portrait of Johanna Zimberoff

Johanna Zimberoff, Pre-Nursing Academic Advisor

Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.

For the start of the Fall 2025 semester, Johanna will be offering drop-in advising on the following dates and times – stop by for in person advising or call 303-615-1099 to be sent the virtual drop-in link.

  • Tuesday, August 12 – 9:30 AM to 5 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
  • Wednesday, August 13 – 9 AM to 11:30 AM and 3 PM to 5 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
  • Tuesday, August 19 – 9 AM to 5 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
  • Wednesday, August 20 – 9 AM to 5 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
Portrait of Arick Pineda

Arick Pineda, Pre-Nursing Academic Advisor

Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])

To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.

Nutrition

Department of Nutrition Advising Team

Schedule an advising appointment through Navigate, by emailing [email protected], by calling 303-615-0990, or stopping by West Classroom 254. Learn more about advising in the Department of Nutrition on their website.

Social Work

Office of Social Work Student Services Advising Team

Schedule an advising appointment through Navigate, by calling 303-615-0555, or stopping by Central Classroom 201. Learn more about advising in the Department of Social Work on their website.

For the start of the Fall 2025 semester, the Office of Social Work Student Services will be offering drop-in advising from August 12 to August 14 and August 18 to August 22 from 9 AM to 4 PM. Check in at Central Classroom 201.

Speech, Language, Hearing Sciences

General Advising Support

If you’re looking for support with general studies requirements, transfer credit, academic standing, navigating higher education, or planning courses outside the major, please connect with Monique Left Hand Bull:

  • Available for In-Person, Phone, and Virtual Advising Appointments or support via email ([email protected])
  • To make an appointment, schedule through Navigate or call 303-615-1099.
  • For the start of the Fall 2025 semester, Monique will be offering drop-in advising on the following dates and times – stop by for in person advising or call 303-615-1099 to be sent the virtual drop-in link.
    • Monday, August 18 – 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 3:30 PM (West Classroom 236 or Virtual)
    • Tuesday, August 19 – 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 3:30 PM (West Classroom 236 or Virtual)
    • Wednesday, August 20 – 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 3:30 PM (West Classroom 153 or Virtual)
    • Thursday, August 21 – 10 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 3:30 PM (West Classroom 236 or Virtual)

Major-Specific SLHS Advising

For help with SLHS major course planning, career paths, or graduate school preparation, please connect with Dr. Marcia Walsh-Aziz, Dr. Jessica Rossi-Katz, or Dr. Kathryn Hardin:

SLHS Leveling Program

If you already hold a bachelor’s degree and are exploring the Leveling Program, please schedule an advising appointment with Dr. Shirley Huang via Bookings

Contact Us

We look forward to meeting you!

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Office Email:
[email protected]

Phone:
303-615-1099

Campus Location:
West Classroom 153

Mailing Address:
College of Health and Human Services
Campus Box 8
P.O. Box 173362
Denver, CO 80217-3362