Note: Schedule is an average week. Holidays/breaks may be exempt.  (Lounge is the Honors Lounge in Randall Library 2006. John's office is attached to the lounge, RL 2006A). All advisors and peer advisors are also available for appointments--please find their contact info below. 

The Honors College offers advising resources for Honors students, including the opportunity to talk to a Peer Advisor or UC Professional Advisor. 

• How Advising Works in Honors

  Year One (First-Year Student):

  All non-transfer students at UNCW enter as undeclared, first-year students. As an undeclared student, you will be advised by a designated Honors advisor who has a general knowledge of majors, minors, honors curriculum, and University Studies requirements. This advisor will help you explore potential paths, then select classes that help your goals and expand your horizons. You will need to meet with your designated advisor to get a PIN before you are able to register for classes each semester. 

  Once you complete 24 credits at UNCW (usually two semesters) and major-specific requirements, you will can declare your major. Until you declare a major, you will be advised by Honors College generalist advisors. 

  Year Two: 

  Most students declare a major at some point in their second year of college. Declaring a major is non-binding decision; declaring a major will change your advisor to a major-specific advisor. You will meet with that new person each semester to secure your PIN and register for classes. 

  However, major advisors don't always have a perfect understanding of honors requirements. We encourage you to track your own honors progress using tools in the Honors Canvas course. However, you are always (regardless of grade level, major, time of year, etc.) welcome to make an appointment with John Helbig, the full-time academic advisor in Honors. Part of John's job is providing supplemental advising to upper-level students to ensure they stay on track for Honors. 

  Year Three:

  Continue to make progress in your major, finish up University Studies, and some Honors requirements. The Honors advising team is still happy to advise on completing your honors requirements. This is the time to start thinking about your Honors Thesis (Check out HON 399 Thesis Prep Class here!). Still unsure? Make an appointment with Robyn, our Honors Student Services Coordinator, to talk more about your thesis!

  Year Four: 

  Most students complete their honors thesis projects during this year. Honors staff are still happy to help you navigate Honors requirements (including the Honors Thesis). You will primarily meet with your major advisor.

•  Your Assigned Advisor

  An advisor is someone with whom you can speak at length about your goals, major interests, involvement, and needs. Meeting with your advisor, much like regular checkups with your medical doctor, is critical to academic wellness! (Click here to find out how to determine your advisor.)

  Until you declare a major (after 24-credit hours), you will be assigned an advisor from the Honors College. After you declare your major, you will be reassigned to major advisor, but will still have access to Honors curriculum advising through our Honors Professional Advisor, John Helbig. 

  Below are the Honors College advisors as of Fall 2022.

  Below are the Honors College advisors as of Fall 2022:

  Table of Honors Advisors

  Dr. Shawn Bingham Director of Honors and Faculty in Sociology binghams@uncw.edu	Dr. Eva Mehl Associate Director of Honors and Faculty in History mehle@uncw.edu	Mr. John D. Helbig Professional Advisor in Honors helbigj@uncw.edu Make an appointment!
  Robyn Smith Honors Student Services Coordinator and Advisor smithrla@uncw.edu Make an appointment!	Ms. Maggie Bannon College of Arts and Sciences Staff bannonm@uncw.edu	Ms. Rebecca Stultz Part-Time Honors Advisor  stultzr@uncw.edu
  Dr. Arthur Frampton Biology & Marine Biology Faculty framptona@uncw.edu	Dr. Nathan Ragain Honors Visiting Lecturer & Bruce Scholar ragainn@uncw.edu	Dr. Nathaniel Grove Director of CSURF and Chemistry & Biochemistry Faculty groven@uncw.edu
  Mr. Tom Kunz Part-Time Honors Advisor kunzt@uncw.edu	Ms. Carly Wilson Part-time Honors Advisor wilsonca@uncw	NelRae Toler English & Honors Faculty tolert@uncw.edu

   

  Peer Advisors

  Although peer advisors and Honors advisors can be extremely helpful with the details of honors requirements, your main academic advisor is the only one who has access to your PIN.

  Peer advisors provide the perspective and experience of an older student in the College and help support students with common questions and challenges to completing requirements for graduation.

  Peer advisors can help if…

  • you have questions about the Honors curriculum requirements that neither the degree audit nor your primary advisor can answer
  • you would like some advice on the whole thesis process (searching for a topic, finding a mentor, paperwork…)
  • you want to know more about the resources that CSURF (the Center for the Support of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships) has to offer
  • you would like to get further involved with Honors and/or campus activities, clubs and organizations

  You can contact your peer advisors via email to ask questions or set up an appointment. Advisors will be available via Zoom or they can make in-person appointments outside and in other places on campus where social distancing can be practiced. To make an appointment, contact a peer advisor by email:

  Honors Peer Advisors

  Yanni Shaw, Peer Advisor
  	ys1593@uncw.edu  Hi everyone! My name is Yanni Shaw and I am currently a Senior majoring in Biology with a minor in Neuroscience and Chemistry. On campus I work as an Academic Achievement Peer Mentor and off campus, I work at an Urgent Care as a Medical Assistant. For fun, I enjoy going to the movies with my friends or relaxing and reading a book. Can't wait to meet you all this year!  Drop in Hours during Spring 2023: Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30-1:30 PM in the Honors Lounge or available on Zoom (passcode 592612). Contact for other appointments.
  Eden Briley, Peer Advisor
  	Hi everyone! My name is Eden Briley and I am currently a Senior majoring in Criminology and Psychology with a minor in Forensic Science. On campus I work as an Honors Ambassador and off campus, I am interning at the District Attorney's office. In my free time I enjoy going to the beach or Long Leaf park.  Drop-in Hours during Spring 2023: Tuesday and Thursday from 10-11 AM in the Honors Lounge or available on Zoom. Contact me directly to meet outside those hours! Email: ejb9272@uncw.edu Let me know if there is anything else you need from me! Zoom link here! Meeting ID: 265 584 2477 Passcode: 354513
  Chloe Ennis, Study Skills Mentor
  	Chloe is a Wilmington, North Carolina native. She graduated with her Bachelor's of Social Work from UNCW in May 2022 and is enrolled in the Advanced Standing Master of Social Work program. Chloe is currently an Academic Peer Mentor at the University Learning Center on campus, where she helps students improve their academic success. Chloe is passionate about assisting students in succeeding in their educational goals. Chloe's long-term goal is to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, where she can provide theraputic partnership with her clients to help them reach their goals. Chloe enjoys going to the beach, cooking, and listening to live music in her free time.

   

• Professional Advisor(s)

  If you're looking for advice on major exploration or University Studies classes, or have other questions better answered by a professional advisor, you can reach out to John Helbig or Ms. Rebecca Stultz.  

  Honors Professional Advisors

  Mr. John D. Helbig
  	John was born and raised in New Jersey by his wonderful mother, who came over from Colombia in her twenties. He originally studied to be a math teacher, but has found joy in empowering students to reach their goals and beyond, through support, advising, resources, and relationship-building. He recently came over from South Africa, where he worked as the Student Learning Director for a non-profit organization. He has had the opportunity to travel to various countries for different reasons; He enjoys exploring (particularly the outdoors). Other interests include reading fantasy/sci-fi novels, gardening, loving on cats, meditating, and playing volleyball. John has a caseload of first-year students as primary advisees and also advises upper-level Honors students who have declared their major and need additional advice on Honors requirements during their later years of college.  You can schedule an appointment with John through Starfish, email helbigj@uncw.edu ,or call 910-962-2929. Or stop by his office attached to the Honors Lounge in Randall Library 2006.   Here is John's virtual link.
  Ms. Rebecca Stultz
  	Rebecca Stultz (B.A. in Psychology from Purdue University and M.Ed. in Education Counseling from Boston University) comes to us with a vast experience as a professional advisor. Rebecca has been advising freshmen and sophomore students for 20 years, 14 of those at UNCW, where she has also been teaching UNI 101 since her arrival in 2006. She particularly enjoys helping students try to find their place and develop their identity as college students. If you are still undecided or you are considering a second major, you can benefit from talking with Rebecca about exploring combinations of majors with minors or double majors that fit your interests and goals. Rebecca can also answer questions about Degree Works and Honors requirements. She has also worked previously as an individual, marital, and family therapist, so if you just need to chat with someone, she will be happy to meet with you as well. Ms. Stultz will have drop-in hours weekly during Spring 2023: from 3:00-5:00 PM Tuesdays, 9:30 AM-3:30 PM on Wednesdays, and 1:30 PM- 4:30 PM Thursdays in the PCJ space in Sandpiper Hall. Virtual hours are from 1:30 PM-2:30 PM on Wednesdays and 9:00 AM-10:00 AM on Thursdays at this link.
  Mr. Tom Kunz
  	Tom has worked in the Seahawk community for over sixteen years in both Academic and Student Affairs. He has served as the Coordinator of Supplemental Instruction for the University Learning Center, in addition to teaching Freshman Seminar, special topics in General Liberal Studies, and advising for University College. Most recently, Tom has joined the Cameron School of Business’ Student Success Advising Team where he assists graduate students in the Online Accelerated MBA Program. Tom enjoys helping students carve out a path to success at any stage of their academic journey.    You can schedule an appointment with Tom through Starfish, email kunzt@uncw.edu, or call 732-239-0129. Monday drop-in Zoom hours from 9:30am to 11:30am.  https://uncw.zoom.us/j/84914517712?pwd=dUJYYmlqZi9DaUNjRVZNb3BzNWtpZz09
  Ms. Carly Wilson
  	Carly is currently serving as the Academic Services Advisor in the Academic Resource Center of the College of Arts and Sciences at UNCW. She coordinates the UNCW Seahawk Success Program, advises students pursuing the B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies, and assists with students hoping to re-enroll after time away. She has worked with first-year students for over 15 years, taught first-year seminar, and served as a pre-health advisor. In addition, she is looking forward to taking a group of Honors students to Portugal in May for an education abroad cultural immersion.    Click here to make an appointment with Carly through Starfish.

   

• Non-Academic Advising in Honors

Non-Academic Advisors

Morgan Nunes, Mental Health GA
	Morgan is originally from Smithfield, Virginia, a small town known for its bacon! She transferred to UNCW in 2018 and graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work this past May and is now enrolled in the Advanced Standing MSW program. In her undergraduate studies, she interned at GLOW Academy, an all-girls charter school focused on providing a college preparatory education to historically oppressed populations and first-generation college students. She loved her experience with these students and found a passion for incorporating creativity into sessions as well as practicing trauma-informed care. Her long-term goal is to continue my education and become a certified art therapist and one day own a practice. In her free time, she enjoys painting, drawing, journaling, and reading, and has recently started to crochet. She also loves to cook, take trips to the beach, and watch documentaries. Morgan offers one-on-one and group mental health advising for all students in Honors. Appointments with Morgan (in-person & virtual) can be made with her using this link or drop-in times during her office hours. Email mjn9327@uncw.edu for more information.
Robyn Smith, Departmental Honors Thesis Advising
	Robyn Smith is a Wilmington, North Carolina native and a three-time alum of UNCW. They graduated in 2018 with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Arts in French, in 2019 with a Master of Arts in English, and in 2022 with a Post-Baccalaurate Certificate in Gender Studies. Robyn's long-term goal is to remain in higher education and improve the quality of education and student services for marginalized students.  Robyn offers drop-in thesis advising during Spring 2023 on Tuesdays from from 12-1 PM and on Wednesdays from 3:45-4:45 PM and by appointment. Click here to make an appointment with Robyn.