Advisement
Students at UNM-Taos meet with an advisor every semester before registering for classes. New and returning students must apply and be admitted to UNM-Taos before seeing an advisor.
Your academic advisor is your main support person while you are in school. Your academic advisor can help you:
- Choose or change your program of study
- Register for classes
- Check your degree requirements
- Support you in transferring to UNM-Albuquerque or another university to pursue a bachelor’s degree
- Connect with resources and support for any challenges you face in your education
If you are a continuing student or have stepped out of UNM-Taos for less than a year, you can book an advising appointment today. Advisors are available Monday–Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Advising Office is in the UNM-Taos Pathways Building on the Klauer Campus.
Advisors
Will Ensign-Church
Academic Advisor and Education Specialist
wtensign7@unm.edu
Mayra Gutierrez-Ramirez
Director of TRIO
mgutier7@unm.edu
Juan Juarez
Student Success Specialist, TRIO
juarez@unm.edu
Angelique Vargas
Student Success Specialist, Sr.
avarg01@unm.edu
Kyla Katz
Student Success Specialist, Sr.
kkatz@unm.edu
FAQs
Who is my advisor?
If you have not yet met with your advisor, or do not know who they are, please email taosadvise@unm.edu and we can let you know who your advisor is.
Why do I have a hold on my registration?
The most common reason students have a hold is because UNM-Taos requires every student to meet with an advisor before enrolling. Once you meet with your advisor, they will lift the hold.
There are several other holds you may see on your account. One is a Bursar’s Hold, which means you have a past balance due on your account. If so, you can call the Business Office at 575.737.6263 to find out the amount due and to make arrangements for payment.
Some students may have a library hold if they have past due books or technology (laptops, hotspots). Contact the library at unmtlib@unm.edu or 575.737.6242 if you have questions.
Finally, if you have transferred to the Albuquerque campus for financial aid reasons, you will have holds from Albuquerque. Reach out to your advisor in Taos and they can help you navigate those.
How do I register for classes?
When is registration?
Registration typically opens in April for Summer and Fall Registration and in November for Spring Registration. Exact dates are available at the University Registrar’s website.
What are my degree requirements?
Your degree requirements are unique to your program and class year. Requirements for all programs are available in the UNM-Taos catalog. Talk to your advisor for more information on your degree requirements and your academic progress.
How often should I meet with my advisor?
You will meet with your advisor once every semester, before registration.
What is TRIO?
TRIO–SSS is a free program designed to increase the academic performance, retention, and graduation rates of qualified students.
The program serves students who are first in their family to go to college, those working full or part-time jobs, parents and caregivers, returning adult and senior students, and students with disabilities.
How do I graduate?
Meet with your advisor to complete the required graduation paperwork. Graduation is not automatic: you must submit a petition to graduate form no later than 8 weeks into your final semester in order to receive your degree.
Your advisor will confirm that you are on track to meet your degree requirements and graduate, and then will submit your petition to graduate to the Registrar to be added to the graduation list.
Contact Us
Bayley Byers
Advisement Supervisor
575.737.6215
taosadvise@unm.edu