Fall 2022 CNSM Questions and Answers

Masks are required on campus at all times, regardless of vaccination status.

Q: How can I see an advisor?

CNSM Pre-major advisors will be available for drop-in hours. Starting 8/29, the schedule is as follows:

• Monday: 10:00am-12:00pm in person
• Tuesday: 1:00pm-3:00pm in person
• Wednesday: 12:30pm-2:30pm via Zoom
• Thursday: 10:30am-12:30pm via Zoom
• Friday: (no drop-in hours)

Please check the CNSM Academic Advising Center homepage for updates regarding drop-in hours.

Zoom drop-in hours are held in the CNSM Advising Zoom Room, Zoom room ID: cnsmadvising

In-person drop-in hours are held in the Hall of Science (HSCI) building, Room 164.

CNSM Declared Majors can contact their Major Advisor for questions and drop-in hours: Find My Advisor

Q: I have a question regarding my schedule, university policies, and/or GE requirements, what should I do?

Please see the CNSM Advising online drop-in hours above.

Q: I have a question regarding campus resources.

Please see Fall 2022 Campus Resources for more information about:

• Tech Loan Program
• on-campus Wi-Fi
• computer labs
• student health services
• mental health wellness
• Student Recreation and Wellness Center
• where to go eat
• Park mobile app to pay for parking
• Basic Needs resources if I am food and housing insecure (Beach Pantry, Beach Kitchen, etc.)

Q: Who do I see/contact if I need assistance from my major department?

• For Biology Majors: For permits contact the Student Support Coordinator, Jennifer Carrillo (Jennifer.Carrillo@csulb.edu). The Biology Department will be open for walk-ins Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:00pm. For non-permit issues, feel free to email the Department (biology@csulb.edu).
• For Chemistry Majors: For permit or assistance contact Mirna Henriquez (Mirna.Henriquez@csulb.edu) or Irma Sanchez (I.Sanchez@csulb.edu).
• For Math Majors: For permits and assistance contact Brian Gonzalez (Brian.Gonzalez@csulb.edu) or Alyssa Correa (Alyssa.Correa@csulb.edu)
• For Geology/Earth Science Majors: For permits or assistance contact Nate Onderdonk (Nate.Onderdonk@csulb.edu) or Margaret Costello (Margaret.Costello@csulb.edu)
• For Physics Majors: For permits or assistance contact the department office (Sergio.Mendoza@csulb.edu or Catherine.Durham@csulb.edu) or the department chair (Prashanth.Jaikumar@csulb.edu).

When contacting department staff, please be sure to include your name, student ID number, and the class section(s) you are looking to add/change.

Q: How can I find my assigned academic advisor and their contact information?

You can find your assigned advisor on: CNSM Find My Advisor.

Q: Where can I go to complete my online course if I am on campus?

• University Library study spaces and computer lab is open for all students.
• The University Express Lab in the Student Success Center has a very limited computers and printers available for use. Reservations are highly recommended.
• The Horn Center benefits students by ensuring open access to amenities such as a wi-fi enabled study lounge, multiple adaptive (height-adjustable) computer workstations, self-service print/copy machines, and an open computer lab (300 seats).
• Students can access many Wifi hotspots on campus to work outdoors: View University Wi-fi map.

Q: When will tutoring be available?

Tutoring at the Jensen SAS Center will begin on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. For more information and updates, please visit CNSM Science and Math Tutoring.

Q: Where can I contact other services in the Jensen SAS Center?

For Health Professions Advising, please visit Pre-Health at the Beach page or contact HealthProfAdvising@csulb.edu

For Student Research programs, please visit: Jensen SAS Center.

Other Important Resources:

• Covid-19 Vaccine Requirements and Repopulation Information
• Tuition and Student Financial Services
• Financial Aid
• CSULB Registration Information
• CSULB Counseling and Psychological Services
• CSULB Basic Needs