Academic Advising
What is an advisor?
Your advisor is a guide throughout your time at Centenary.
At SOAR, you'll talk about classes and build your first-semester schedule. But advising is about much more than course selection. Advisors help students connect with opportunities, resources, mentors, experiences, and people who can support them along the way.
The most important thing you can do is build a relationship with your advisor. Ask questions. Share your goals. Tell them about your interests, commitments, and dreams for your college experience.
What is registration?
Registration is the process of signing up for classes.
You'll register for courses every semester, and you'll do it yourself using BannerWeb. Your advisor will help you explore options, choose courses, and create a plan that supports your goals, but you'll be responsible for completing the registration process.
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What is a registration window?
The registration window is the period when you officially sign up for your classes in BannerWeb. For SOAR 2026, the window opens on June 29 and closes on July 10.
Before your registration window opens, you'll meet with your advisor, explore course options, and create a plan for your schedule. During the registration window, you'll log in to BannerWeb and register for the courses you've selected.
After July 10, you’ll need to contact your advisor to make changes to your schedule.
Got questions?
You don't have to figure everything out alone. We are here to help. Whether you're browsing courses, navigating BannerWeb, or just aren't sure what to do next, reach out to us.
You can text us for quick responses at 318-300-3794. If you have a more detailed question, shoot us an email at advising@centenary.edu. If you want us to demonstrate BannerWeb or answer questions in real time, you can join open virtual office hours on June 29 and 30. No appointment needed!
What is the Registrar’s Office?
The Registrar’s Office supports the Centenary community by managing and maintaining records, actively registering students, and encouraging student progress towards a degree.
They assist students by:
Connecting to a variety of campus resources and benefits
Carefully managing enrollment, class schedules, and grades
Helping students know what courses will transfer into Centenary for credit
Assisting students in using Degree Works to fulfill graduation requirements
Processing transcripts and enrollment verifications
Protecting student information
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