Helping Students Every Step of the Way

Holistic Academic Advising

As a student in the UD School of Business Administration, you'll be paired with a holistic academic advisor in the John D. Mittelstaedt Center for Academic Advising and Business Student Success. This advisor also teaches your first-year business courses (BIZ 101 and 103), ensuring dozens of meaningful connections during your first year.

The center's staff is dedicated to helping you successfully navigate through the business school and plan for your future success. Our holistic academic advisors play a pivotal role in helping you find success in all aspects of your life: academic, professional, social and wellness. Your advisor will guide you through your UD journey, help you align your academic pursuits with your personal and professional aspirations, and encourage you to soar.

Peer Advising

Our trained Peer Advisors in the Mittelstaedt Center offer invaluable support and guidance beyond your academic advisor. More than just friendly faces, Peer Advisors ease your transition from high school to college, provide crucial support to our center staff, and directly assist your intro-level business course. Think of them as your experienced student peers, ready to help you navigate your business school journey.

Micro-Mentors

Faculty micro-mentors are dedicated to helping you shape your future and offer academic and real-world industry experience. Your holistic advisor will connect you with this resource, aligning your studies with your career goals and landing the right internships. Micro-mentors offer a unique opportunity to build deeper connections with faculty, tap into their diverse expertise and gain flexible, tailored advice to help you achieve your vision.

Career Advisors

Don't just plan your career — launch it. UD Career Services offers comprehensive support, including a dedicated Career Advisor in the business building. They offer personalized appointments and office hours, providing the essential, individualized guidance that expands on your Career Flight Plan.


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SBA Introduces Holistic Academic Advisors to Enhance Student Success link-arrow link-arrow

Starting Fall 2024, the University of Dayton's School of Business Administration will revolutionize student support with its new Holistic Academic Advisors. This innovative approach promises to guide students through a transformative academic journey that aligns with the University's mission and values.
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The SBA's Career Flight Plan Takes Off link-arrow link-arrow

The University of Dayton's School of Business Administration launches the Career Flight Plan, offering one-credit courses to assist business majors in exploring career paths and developing professional skills. This initiative addresses students' career-focused needs by providing structured guidance throughout their academic journey, aiming to prepare them for success beyond graduation. 



Contact John D. Mittelstaedt Center for Academic Advising and Business Student Success
300 College Park
Dayton, Ohio 45469
937-229-2065 email