Academic Advising
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Questions? Contact:
Advising & Counseling
ACE | Academic Center for Enrichment
student.planning@bc3.edu
724.287.8711, Ext. 8606
Navigate 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 support you in the process.
Newly Admitted Students
If you're a new student, you’ll begin your advising journey through the Orientation tab in myAdmissions.
From there, you’ll:
- Complete your enrollment steps
- Schedule your first advising appointment after placement testing or exemption
- Build your first-semester schedule with a professional advisor
Current Students
As a current 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 BC3 location
Where to Find Us
Advisors are located in the Academic Center for Enrichment (ACE) on the first level of the Student Success Center.
- Email: student.planning@bc3.edu
- Call: Advising Appointment Line
Meet the Advising Team
New to BC3? Please use login to myAdmissions to schedule your advising appointment.
Current Students: Use the links below to make an appointment.
Main Campus
Book An Appointment
Elizabeth Bowser
Transfer Coordinator, Academic Advisor
Amy Gallagher
Academic Advising Coordinator
BC3 @ Armstrong
Karen Zapp
Director of BC3 @ Armstrong
BC3 @ Brockway
Dr. Jill Rend
Director of BC3 @ Brockway
Michael Catanzarito
Coordinator of Student Services
BC3 @ Cranberry
Dr. Ryan Kociela
Director of BC3 @ Cranberry
Rhiannon Baron
Student Services/Technology Support Specialist
Steve Lockovich
Off-Campus Sites - Student Support Coordinator
BC3 @ Lawrence
Susan Davis
Student Services/Technology Support Specialist
Virtual Programs
Lauren Buchanan
Director of BC3 Online Initiatives
Mary Kay Bernat
Student Services Specialist