Schedule your appointment online through Vol Connect. Here is how:

• Log into your MyUTK account.
• Select “Academic Support” from the options at the top of the screen and select “Vol Connect” from the dropdown menu.
• This will take you to the Vol Connect student portal.
• Click “Connect” from the options at the top of the screen and select “Schedule Appointments” from the dropdown menu.
• Click the blue “Schedule an Appointment” button.
• Select the “Assigned” tab.
• Select your “Advisor”
• Select the appropriate topic and subtopic.
• Select the preferred date, time, and modality.
• Indicate what you would like to discuss during your appointment in the comment box.
• To confirm the appointment, click “Schedule ___ Appointment.” Your appointment will NOT be saved until you click this button.
• Please email your advisor if you have problems scheduling your appointment online.

Prospective students (not enrolled at UT) – Please call the College of Social Work Office at (865) 974-3352. Depending on the time of year, we will schedule an information session and/or an individual advising appointment.

How to Prepare for an Advising Appointment

• Review the general education and/or VolCore curriculum requirements outlined in the undergraduate catalog
• Review the academic plan and BSSW curriculum guide posted on your Navigate profile
• Ensure you are on track to meet progression standards by reviewing your DARs (Degree Audit Report) and your uTrack status (if applicable)
• Make a list of courses you are interested in taking (e.g., General Education courses and electives)
• Prepare a list of questions and/or topics you would like to discuss with your advisor (e.g., study abroad, possible minors that complement a social work major, etc.)
• Follow through on steps discussed with your advisor as well as any action items listed on Vol Academic Connect.

BSSW Advising Staff

Advising Resources