Academic Advising
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Questions? Contact:
Advising & Counseling
ACE | Academic Center for Enrichment
student.planning@bc3.edu
724.287.8711, Ext. 8606
Naviagate College with Confidence
Your academic advisor is your guide to college success—whether you're registering for your first class, exploring majors, or planning your transfer. We’re here to help you understand your options, make confident decisions, and stay on track toward your goals.
How Academic Advising Supports You
Advisors help you:
- Understand your program requirements and college policies
- Choose courses that fit your goals and schedule
- Explore majors and transfer options
- Plan for career pathways and graduation
- Connect to helpful campus resources
Whether you're a new or current student, we’ll meet you where you are in your journey.
New to BC3? Start Here.
If you're a new student, you’ll begin your advising journey through the Orientation tab in your myAdmissions Portal. From there, you’ll:
- Complete your enrollment steps
- Schedule your first advising appointment
- Build your first-semester schedule with a professional advisor
Note: Please use the portal to schedule your advising appointment—links on this page are for current students.
Current Students
As a returning student, your assigned advisor is listed on your Advisor Card in myBC3. You can:
- Contact your advisor directly
- Schedule an appointment online or by phone
- Get personalized course and transfer guidance
- Meet with a professional advisor at your campus location
Where to Find Us
Main Campus
Advisors are located in the Academic Center for Enrichment (ACE) within the Student Success Center.
Email: student.planning@bc3.edu
Call: Advising Appointment Line
Appointment: Advising Bookings Page
Other BC3 Locations
Advising is available at all BC3 locations. Find advising support at your location.
Meet the Advising Team
Want to get to know the professional advisors at BC3? Meet our team.
| Main Campus | |
| Elizabeth Bowser Transfer Coordinator, Academic Advisor |
Schedule Appointment |
| Amy Gallagher Academic Advising Coordinator |
Schedule Appointment |
| BC3 @ Armstrong | |
| Karen Zapp Director of BC3 @ Armstrong |
Schedule Appointment |
| BC3 @ Brockway | |
| Michael Catanzarito BC3 @ Brockway, Coordinator of Student Services |
Schedule Appointment |
|
Dr. Jill Rend |
Schedule Appointment |
| BC3 @ Cranberry | |
| Rhiannon Baron Student Support Specialist & Advising |
Schedule Appointment |
| Dr. Ryan Kociela Director of BC3 @ Cranberry |
Schedule Appointment |
| Steve Lockovich Financial Aid & Advising |
Schedule Appointment |
| BC3 @ Lawrence | |
| Sean Carroll Director of BC3 @ Lawrence |
Schedule Appointment |
| Susan Davis Student Services Technology Support Specialist |
Schedule Appointment |