The SOAR Center
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Mission of the SOAR Center:
The purpose of The Student Orientation, Advising, and Retention (SOAR) Center at Robeson Community College is to provide students with additional assistance and resources to enhance their academic success, as well as to promote self-directed learning and decision-making; build confidence and motivation; and develop a greater appreciation for education and learning.
Location: Library – 422
Center Hours: Mon – Thurs: 8 AM until 5 PM, Fri: 8 AM until 3 PM
Summer: Mon – Thurs: 7:30 AM until 5:30 PM, Fri: Closed
Your First Stop: Admissions
Before you can meet with an advisor, you’ll need to complete a few steps through Admissions.
Start here:
- Complete the college application
- Complete the FAFSA application
- Speak with an Admissions Specialist
- Receive your student ID number
- Be assigned an Academic Advisor
Once these steps are complete, you’re ready for advising.
Meet With Your Academic Advisor
Academic Advisors are located in the Library.
Your advisor will help you with:
- Understanding the requirements for your degree or program
- Reviewing what courses are offered for the current semester, including prerequisites and workload expectations
- Deciding how many courses to take based on work, family responsibilities, and financial aid requirements
- Completing course registration
Your advisor’s role is to help you build a schedule that makes sense for your goals and your life.
Important Program Information
Pre-Health Programs:
Students interested in Pre-Health programs should visit Ms. Stephanie McNeil in Building 17 for advising specific to those pathways
Your SOAR Center Advising Team
Our Academic Advisors are here to support you with course planning, registration, and degree progress.
DR. DIONNE PURSLEY
Ph.D. Business Administration
Assistant Director, SOAR
Library, Main Floor Right
Email: dpursley@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3348
CASEY HORTON
B.S. In Business Administration
Library, Main Floor Right
Email: chorton@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3323
CECELIA LOCKLEAR
B.S. Molecular Biology
Library, Main Floor Right
Email: celocklear@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3523
KAYLEE RANSOM
B.A. Psychology, Minor in American Indian and Indigenous Studies
Library, Main Floor Right
Email: kransom@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3443
First American’s Pathway to STEM Success (FAPSS) Advisors
AMANDA CUMMINGS
MSW, LCSW, STEM Coach
FAPSS Advisement Coach
Library, Main Floor Right
Email: acummings@robeson.edu
Phone: (910)-272-3454
LENA LOWRY
MA, NCC, LCMHC
FAPSS Advisement Coach
Library, Main Floor Right
Email: llowry@robeson.edu
Phone: (910)-272-3459
Health Science Enrollment Coordinator (Pre-Health Programs)
MCNEILL, STEPHANIE
Health Science Enrollment Coordinator
Building 17
Email:
smcneill@robeson.edu
Phone: (910) 272-3380
Tools to Support Your Success
The resources below are commonly used by students during advising, registration, and the academic year.
Academic & Registration Support
- Academic Catalog – Degree requirements, course descriptions, and policies
- Class Schedule – Current semester course offerings (Visit your self-service)
- Academic Calendar – Key dates, registration periods, and deadlines
- Student Email Access – Important college communication; check this multiple times daily
Planning & Progress
- Degree Audit / Program Evaluation (EVAL)– Provided by your advisor or you can see your progress in self-service
- Financial Aid Information – Receiving aid or want to apply? Visit HERE
Student Support Services
- Counseling & Career Services
- Accessibility Services- Have a disability and need additional support?
- Tutoring Services
- Eagles Nest Food Pantry & Career Closet
Technology & Accounts
- Self-Service– Plan your classes, view your schedule, view your program progress
- Moodle– Access your courses
- IT Help Desk– Contact to assist with password reset or account log-in
If you’re unsure which resource you need, your Academic Advisor can help point you in the right direction
