COSE Virtual Express Advising

Typical virtual express advising schedule: advising typically takes place between 8:20 - 12:00 pm on most Fridays & weekdays during initial registration periods. 

NavigateTXST will not display or allow you to sign up for an express advising slot until between 8:00 - 8:15 am the day of the event. This is because same-day availability is released manually each morning by individual advisors.

In other words, Express Advising will show same day express advising options in Navigate if:

• An event is scheduled that day
• It is between 8:15 - 11:45 am
• Appointment slots remain
• Appointment slots do not conflict with your class schedule

Virtual express advising is a way to connect with a COSE Advisor via Zoom for just-in-time recommendations and referrals. Virtual Express Advising events are offered on select days and times. 

Meetings last a maximum of 15 minutes.

Due to the fast-paced nature of virtual express advising events, your advisor may recommend that you make a follow-up appointment to have an in-depth discussion about a particular topic. 

Virtual express advising is for current undergraduate students assigned to the College of Science and Engineering Advising Center.

Virtual express advising events are designed for students who have questions about the current semester or need quick help planning their schedule for the upcoming semester. 

Virtual express advising events are not designed for long-range planning or Satisfactory Academic Progress plans.

The following student types will be allowed to join Virtual Express Advising:

• Current students.
• Readmitted and transfer students who do NOT have an advising hold (aka have been advised).

Same-day Virtual Express Advising appointments are released between 8:00 - 8:15 am on scheduled days.

1. On days that Virtual Express Advising is scheduled, log in to the NavigateTXST app or website.
2. Click on the “Appointments” section.
3. Choose “Schedule Appointment.”
4. Make the following selections:
   1. Type of appointment: College Advising,
   2. Service: Express Advising
   3. Find Available Time
5. Select an appointment time. 
   1. Appointment times will be booked quickly during certain times of the semester.
   2. If no appointment times are displayed, all appointment slots are booked.
6. To best utilize your time, complete the “Would you like to share anything else?” text box. This is where you let the advisor know what you need help with and your goals for the meeting.
7. Press “Schedule.”
8. Check your email to access your advisor's Zoom link.
9. Join the Zoom link at least 2 minutes before your appointment time.

Additional information about how to schedule an appointment can be found on the NavigateTXST website.

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Zoom is used to meet with students. Your advisor's Zoom link will be included in the appointment confirmation. Log in at least 2 minutes before your appointment is set to begin.

Download the Zoom application and confirm that you are able to log in using your Texas State NetID and password. Students have access to Zoom Pro with their Texas State credentials. 

Check that your webcam and microphone work. If you use wireless headphones/earbuds, please put them on prior to joining the meeting. Attending the meeting via cell phone is not ideal, but acceptable. We will not meet with students who are operating a motor vehicle.

1. Know what you want to discuss—focus on 1–2 key questions.
2. Prioritize your topics; we may not have time to cover everything.
3. Review your degree audit to confirm your major, minor, and concentration.
4. Join the Zoom link at least 2 minutes early to get settled.