AOS Advising This section will provide guidance for students and staff seeking information regarding advising for an online program. AOS Advising Staff Kamesha Williams Advising Administrative Assistant - Graduate Education kamwilliams@AState.edu 870-680-8014 A-State Online Services Robyn Klerk Advising Administrative Assistant - School Counseling rklerk@AState.edu 870-972-3088 A-State Online Services Lora Gibson Academic Advisor lgibson@AState.edu 870-680-4820 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: Ed.S. in Educational Leadership (Curriculum Director, Gifted and Talented Director, Principal, Special Education, Superintendency) Graduate Certificates: Building Level/Principal, Curriculum Director, Gifted/Talented Director, Gifted/Creative Teachers, Special Education Director, Special Education K–12 M.A.T. in Special Education K–12 M.S.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Leadership, Educational Theory and Practice (Adult Ed, ESL, Instructional Tech), Gifted/Talented/Creative, Special Education K–12 M.S. in Higher Education Graduate Non-Degree VACANT Academic Advisor 870-680-4825 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: Ed.S. in Reading Graduate Certificate in Dyslexia M.S.Ed. in Reading M.A.T. in Art Education, Business Technology, Elementary Education, Mid-Level Education M.S. in Early Childhood Services, Early Childhood Education Master of Public Administration (Non-Profit Management, Public Management) Rose Harris Academic Advisor amharris@AState.edu 870-972-8361 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: M.S.Ed. in School Counseling (Crisis and Trauma, General, Special Populations) Master of Social Work (Standard and Advanced) Scout Whitfield Academic Advisor swhitfield@AState.edu 870-680-4821 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: B.S. in Public Health B.S. in Radiologic Sciences - Imaging Specialist B.S. in Occupational Environmental and Health Safety B.S. in Nursing (Accelerated 2nd Degree) RN to BSN B.S. in Health Studies (Non-Professional & Professional Tracks) B.S. in Dietetics and Nutrition M.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics (RD Track, Non-RD) Undergraduate Pre-Requisite Coursework (e.g., ABSN) Clay Rucker Academic Advisor crucker@AState.edu 870-680-4411 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: B.S. in Global Supply Chain Management B.S. in Business Administration B.A. in Organizational Leadership Max Boyles Academic Advisor mboyles@astate.edu 870-680-4826 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: M.S. in Nursing (Psychiatric Mental Health NP, AGACNP, FNP, Nurse Administrator, Nurse Educator) Post-Masters Certificates (AGACNP, FNP, Psychiatric NP, Nurse Administrator, Nurse Educator) Doctor of Nursing Practice (Educator, General, Leadership) Tyler Corbin Academic Advisor tcorbin@AState.edu 870-680-4827 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: General Studies Undergraduate Non -Degree Kenzie Appleby Academic Advisor kappleby@astate.edu   870-972- 3080 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: B.S. in Digital Technology & Design (All concentrations) Certificates in Android Development, Game Production, Swift Coding, VR Content BS Strategic Communications BA Communications BS Creative Media Production MS Strategic Communications MA Communications  MS Media Management B.A. in Political Science (Interim) B.S. in Sport Management (Interim) B.S. in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing Keri Harwell Academic Advisor kharwell@AState.edu   870-972-3892 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: MBA (General & all concentrations) M.S. in Applied Digital Technology (General, Business Analytics) M.S. in Organizational Leadership Robin Buchanan Academic Advisor rbuchanan@AState.edu Programs Advised: Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (P–12 and Higher Education) David LaVetter Academic Advisor dlavetter@AState.edu   Programs Advised: M.S. in Sport Administration Mallory Kibler Academic Advisor mkibler@astate.edu   870-680-4845 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: B.S. in Education (Elementary, Special Education) Autumn Anderson Academic Advisor anderson@AState.edu 870-680-8058 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: B.S. in Construction Management B.S. in Engineering Management Systems B.S. in Agriculture (Ag Studies, GIS & Precision Ag) M.S. in Engineering Management Graduate Certificate in Engineering Management BS Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management MS Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management Carmen Sikes Academic Advisor csikes@AState.edu 870-680-4839 A-State Online Services Programs Advised: Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Bachelor of Science in Sport Management Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Bachelor of Arts in Criminology Bachelor of Arts in Sociology Graduate Pre-Requisite Coursework (E.g. MSW, MS Nutritional and Dietetics) Course Rotations Minors Available for 100% Online Students A list of all minors that are available for 100% Online students. Other minors may be available for students with transfer work. Minor in Political Science Minor requirements: POSC 1000-2000 Political Science Elective (Other than POSC 2103 Intro to US Govt) POSC 1000-2000 Political Science Elective (Other than POSC 2103 Intro to US Govt) POSC 3000-4000 Upper Level Political Science Elective  POSC 3000-4000 Upper Level Political Science Elective  POSC 3000-4000 Upper Level Political Science Elective  POSC 3000-4000 Upper Level Political Science Elective  Course Options:     Fall 1 Fall 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2 POSC 3003 Intro to Political Analysis    X   X   X POSC 3153 American Presidency   X         POSC 3203 Intro to Comparative Politics           X POSC 3303 Intro to International Politics     X       POSC 3423 American Political Theory   X         POSC 3433 Political Ideologies     X       POSC 3423 Modern Political Theory           X POSC 3503 Principles of Public Administration X           POSC 3613 American Constitutional Law       X     POSC 3623  Civil Rights & Liberties         X   POSC 3683 Criminal Law & The Constitution       X     POSC 4633 Environment Law & Administration           X Pre-requisites: Please view course pre-requisite requirements in the bulletin page here. Disclaimer: The information provided on this page applies only to 100% online programs. Policies, requirements, and procedures may differ for on-campus or hybrid programs. Please consult your program advisor or the appropriate department for details specific to non-online formats.   Minor in Psychology Minor Requirements: PSY 2103 Intro to Psychology PSY 1000-2000 Psychology Elective  PSY 1000-2000 Psychology Elective  PSY 3000-4000 Upper Level Psychology Elective  PSY 3000-4000 Upper Level Psychology Elective  PSY 3000-4000 Upper Level Psychology Elective  Course Options:     Fall 1 Fall 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2 PSY 2103 Intro to Psychology X   X   X   PSY 2023 Psychology as a Science & Profession X   X   X   PSY 2233 Abnormal Psychology       X X   PSY 2133 Developmental Psychology X   X   X   PSY 3003 Research Design & Analysis   X   X   X PSY 3303 Motivation X         X PSY 3523 Social Psychology X           PSY 3613 Cultural Psychology   X   X     PSY 4343 Learning Processes     X       PSY 4364 Cognitive Psychology       X     Pre-requisites: Please view course pre-requisite requirements in the bulletin page here. Disclaimer: The information provided on this page applies only to 100% online programs. Policies, requirements, and procedures may differ for on-campus or hybrid programs. Please consult your program advisor or the appropriate department for details specific to non-online formats.   Minor in Sociology Minor Requirements: SOC 2213 Intro to Sociology SOC 2223 Social Problems SOC 3273 Social Stratification  SOC 1000-4000 Sociology Elective  SOC 3000-4000 Upper Level Sociology Elective  SOC 3000-4000 Upper Level Sociology Elective  Course Options:     Fall 1 Fall 2 Spring 1 Spring 2 Summer 1 Summer 2 SOC 2213 Introduction to Sociology X   X       SOC 2223 Social Problems         X   SOC 3273 Social Stratification       X     SOC 3383 Social Stats X   X       SOC 4243 Social Theory X           SOC 4293 Methods of Social Research       X   X SOC 3003 Sociology of Gender           X SOC 3223 Sociology of Families   X   X     SOC 3313 Sociology of Sexuality   X         SOC 3353 Minority Groups X           SOC 3463 Collective Behavior         X   SOC 4063 Sociology of Disasters       X     SOC 4073 Sociology of Family Violence   X X       SOC 4273 World Population & Society   X         SOC 4353 Sociology of Aging           X Pre-requisites: Please view course pre-requisite requirements in the bulletin page here. Disclaimer: The information provided on this page applies only to 100% online programs. Policies, requirements, and procedures may differ for on-campus or hybrid programs. Please consult your program advisor or the appropriate department for details specific to non-online formats.   Undergraduate Program Advising This section provides detailed information regarding advising for each Online Undergraduate program offered. BSE Elementary Education Residency Requirements: Residency I:   18 hours per week in a school classroom  Residency 2: Full time, Monday-Friday in the classroom  Potential Options for Residency (Will be discussed with instructors during 3-4000 courses) Aspiring Teacher Permit : https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/educator-effectiveness/licensure-exceptions/aspiring-teacher-permit-atp Apprentice Teacher: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Files/Arkansas_Teacher_Registered_Apprenticeship_(ATRA)_Guidebook_8.2024_EEF.pdf Traditional Residency    Bachelor of General Studies How to Use My Spreadsheet to Track My Progress  Graduate Program Advising This section provides detailed advising information for Online Graduate programs. Master of Public Administration Non-Thesis Track Students completing the non-thesis class must complete the following requirements: POSC 6473 Strategic Planning OR an Internship AND Capstone (completed in the student's final semester)   Degree Program Information Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Quick Guide & Recommended Degree Pathway Program Bulletin (2025–2026): View Current Bulletin Program Overview The Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) prepares registered nurses for advanced practice roles providing primary care across the lifespan. The program combines graduate nursing theory, advanced clinical knowledge, and supervised clinical practice. Graduates are prepared to sit for national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and practice in a variety of healthcare settings including primary care clinics, rural health clinics, hospitals, community health settings, and private practices. Total Program Requirements Category Hours Core Courses 11 Support Courses 9 Advanced Practice Courses 21.5 Total 41.5 Core Courses These courses provide foundational knowledge in nursing theory, research, policy, and professional practice. NURS 6103 – Research Design and Methodology (3) NURS 6203 – Theory Development in Nursing (3) NURS 6303 – Health Care Issues and Policy (3) NURS 6402 – Professional Role Development in Advanced Nursing (2) Total: 11 hours Support Courses Support courses build advanced clinical knowledge required for nurse practitioner practice. NURS 6003 – Advanced Pathophysiology (3) NURS 6013 – Advanced Clinical Pharmacology (3) NURS 6023 – Advanced Assessment and Diagnostic Evaluation (3) Total: 9 hours Advanced Practice Courses These courses include the clinical management sequence and supervised clinical practicum experiences. NURS 6513 – FNP Clinical Management I (3) NURS 6514 – FNP Clinical Management I Practicum (4) NURS 6613 – FNP Clinical Management II (3) NURS 6614 – FNP Clinical Management II Practicum (4) NURS 6753 – FNP Clinical Synthesis Seminar (3) NURS 681V – FNP Clinical Synthesis (Variable) Total: 21.5 hours Recommended Degree Pathway This pathway represents a typical progression for full-time students . Actual course sequencing may vary based on course availability and clinical placement scheduling. Term Courses Hours Term 1 NURS 6103 – Research Design and Methodology NURS 6003 – Advanced Pathophysiology 6 Term 2 NURS 6203 – Theory Development in Nursing NURS 6013 – Advanced Clinical Pharmacology 6 Term 3 NURS 6303 – Health Care Issues and Policy NURS 6023 – Advanced Assessment and Diagnostic Evaluation 6 Term 4 NURS 6402 – Professional Role Development in Advanced Nursing NURS 6513 – FNP Clinical Management I NURS 6514 – FNP Clinical Management I Practicum 9 Term 5 NURS 6613 – FNP Clinical Management II NURS 6614 – FNP Clinical Management II Practicum 7 Term 6 NURS 6753 – FNP Clinical Synthesis Seminar NURS 681V – FNP Clinical Synthesis 7.5 Important Program Tips 1. Clinical Placement Planning Clinical placement coordination can take time. Students should: Begin identifying potential clinical sites early Follow all School of Nursing clinical placement procedures Ensure preceptors meet program requirements 2. Course Sequencing Matters Many advanced practice courses must be taken in sequence , particularly: FNP Clinical Management I → II Clinical Management courses → Clinical Synthesis Students should not deviate from the recommended pathway without advisor approval . 3. Clinical Hour Requirements The FNP program includes significant supervised clinical hours across multiple courses. Students must: Complete required hours Document clinical experiences Maintain required certifications (CPR, RN license, etc.) 4. Certification Preparation Upon completion, graduates are prepared to sit for national certification exams such as: ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner Certification AANP Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Advising Contact Students should contact their assigned School of Nursing advisor for questions regarding: Course sequencing Clinical placement Degree progress Graduation requirements Advising FAQ Page Setting up a new account: https://kb.astate.edu/books/new-student-account-setup Important Contacts Registration -  onlineregistration@astate.edu Financial Aid -  onlinefinaid@astate.edu Student Accounts/Billing -  onlinebilling@astate.edu All Other Inquiries -  astateonline@astate.edu Resources Online Course Schedule Tool  - We encourage you to visit the  A-State Online Course Schedule Tool  to see what courses are available each semester. This tool provides the CRN's and start dates for the courses within your program, and makes it easy to see your program's courses all in one place. Degree Audit Instructions  - Log in to your Self-Service Banner account and click on Student, Student Records, and Degree Works (link at the bottom of the menu). Please utilize this degree audit tool to help you stay on track for graduation. If you notice any errors or believe there are courses you have already completed that satisfy requirements, please let me know. Online Academic Policies  - Please read the  online policies  to familiarize yourself with payment deadlines, registration/drop deadlines and other useful information. Registration Guide  - Please use this  step by step guide  to register for classes. Student Account Balance/Bill  - Each term, your student account balance must be paid in full by the Friday before courses start. Video tutorials on checking and paying your balance can be found here:  Check Account Balance  and  Pay Bill . Canvas  - Academic course work is provided through Canvas. You can find Canvas by logging into your  Pack Portal . You will need to select Courses on the left side of the screen to see your course listings. Instructors typically do not open courses until the first day of class. Textbooks & Required Materials  - After you register for classes, you can find the required textbooks by visiting the official  Arkansas State University Bookstore and searching by subject and course number.