Counseling and Academic Advising

Assistance and services so students can reach their goals.

Get help with academic advising and counseling:

Professional advisors provide a variety of services to students such as educational, career and short-term mental health counseling. Consultation is available on a walk-in basis most of the year; however, appointments are suggested. The Counseling Center is located on the second floor of the Devall Student Center in Kilgore and in the Hendrix building at KC-Longview.

Students with disabilities:

Students who have disabilities, are academically or economically disadvantaged, are majoring in nontraditional programs for their gender, or have English as a second language are considered Special Populations.  They should see Hollyann Davis, the Special Populations Counselor, for more information. Her office is on the second floor of the Devall Student Center.  Call her administrative assistant at (903) 983-8206 or e-mail her for more information.  Visit the Special Populations webpage.

Mental health counseling:

Kilgore College has licensed professional counselors available in the Devall Student Center, Kilgore, and the KC-Longview Hendrix building, Longview. These individuals are available for students needing short-term, non-therapeutic counseling.

There are also community agencies that serve mental health and intellectual disabilities in the East Texas area.

Counseling and Academic Advising

The 42-Hour Core Curriculum

The Core Curriculum is defined by the state of Texas as "curriculum in the liberal arts, humanities, sciences, political, social, and cultural history, that all graduates of an institution of higher education are required to complete before receiving a baccalaureate degree." KC's Core Curriculum consists of 42 semester credit hours that will transfer as the core to any state college or university. After completing the core, a student may need only 18 additional semester credit hours to receive the associate of arts or the associate of science degree.
 
A core curriculum is defined by the state of Texas as "curriculum in the liberal arts, humanities, sciences, political, social, and cultural history, that all graduates of an institution of higher education are required to complete before receiving a baccalaureate degree." KC's Core Curriculum consists of 42 semester credit hours that will transfer as the core to any state college or university. After completing the core, a student may need only 18 additional semester credit hours to receive the associate of arts or the associate of science degree.

Core Objectives to be achieved in the Core Curriculum:

  • Critical Thinking Skills - Creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information
  • Communication Skills - Effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and visual communication
  • Empirical and Quantitative Skills - Manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions
  • Teamwork - Ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal
  • Social Responsibility - Intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities
  • Personal Responsibility - Ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making
Career Resources and Career Exploration Tips

Career Resources Links:

Additional Career Exploration Tips:

  • We encourage students to explore various career options by taking introductory courses in fields such as business, engineering, psychology or other programs to learn more about these fields.
  • Another helpful course is College Success Strategies (COLS 0300).
  • Finally, our faculty and staff have strong interest in helping students who want to know more about a particular field. Just ask!

Also, visit the KC Career Resources website for additional help.

Disability Services for KC Students

The college provides services to students with documented disabilities. For information, visit the Disability Disability Services webpage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a "major" and how do I choose one?

A major is an academic designation defining the concentration of your upper-division (junior/senior) course work decide what type of occupation you would like to pursue and then find out what major would best prepare you for that type of work. New "field of study" curricula (eg. music, business, nursing, elementary ed.) make it possible for students to transfer a block of courses for certain majors.

What majors does KC offer?

If you plan to transfer to a university, you do not actually major in a particular field at Kilgore College. Select general education courses and other more specialized courses considering the requirements of the particular university and major you have chosen.

The exceptions to this are for those majoring in: business administration, criminal justice, computer science, advertising/public relations, journalism/mass communications, music or nursing (BSN). For these transfer programs, please see the applicable Field of Study curriculum in the Kilgore College Catalog.

What courses do I take if I just want the basics?

Start with courses in the 42-hour Kilgore College Core Curriculum. When successfully completed, this will substitute for the core curriculum at any state institution in Texas. If you have chosen a major but not a university, consult the list of suggested electives by academic field found in the Kilgore College Catalog for other appropriate courses. If you have decided on a major and a university to which you will transfer, consult the appropriate university catalog or website for applicable courses. Counseling Center personnel can assist students in accessing this information.

Will private and out-of-state institutions accept courses from Kilgore College?

Yes. However, these institutions often have very different requirements. Communicate your intentions to the university early in your academic career.

Can I receive a degree from KC if I plan to transfer?

Yes. Kilgore College offers the Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts in Teaching (Early Childhood through Grade 4) and the Associate of Science degrees for transfer students.

Can I transfer to a university without earning a degree from Kilgore College?

Yes. Because transfer requirements vary among institutions, be aware of the particular requirements of the university you choose. The Common Application for transfer to Texas public institutions is available online.

Can I receive a degree from Kilgore College even if I don't complete all of the requirements at KC?

Yes, you can.

  • Complete your degree requirements for a Kilgore College degree at another institution.
  • Have the other institution send an official transcript to KC's Registrar's Office documenting your successful completion of the remaining courses.
  • Notify the Registrar's Office in writing that you would like your transcripts evaluated for graduation.

Important Files:

For information about Counseling and Academic Advising:

Deborah Metcalf
Administrative Assistant
Counseling and Advising
Phone:
(903) 983-8206
Office:
Devall Student Center (DEVAL), 2nd Floor
dmetcalf@kilgore.edu
Pam Gatton
Director
Counseling and Testing
Phone:
(903) 983-8208
Office:
Devall Student Center (DEVAL), 246
pgatton@kilgore.edu
Hollyann Davis
Coord. of Disability Services
Special Populations
Phone:
(903) 983-8682
Office:
Devall Student Center (DEVAL), 2nd Floor
hadavis@kilgore.edu
Melissa Dobbs
Academic Counselor
KC-Longview
Phone:
(903) 236-2033
Office:
KC-Longview Hendrix Bldg. (LVHDX)
mdobbs@kilgore.edu
Will Massey
Enrollment Advisor
KC-Longview
Phone:
(903) 236-2032
Office:
KC-Longview Hendrix Bldg. (LVHDX), 100
wmassey@kilgore.edu
Laura Mulanax
Health Science Academic Advisor
Math - Science and Health Sciences
Phone:
(903) 983-8184
Office:
Canterbury Engineering Science (CANT), 208
lmulanax@kilgore.edu
Jennifer Quine
General Academic Counselor
Mental Health Counselor
Phone:
(903) 983-8285
Office:
Devall Student Center (DEVAL), 244
jquine@kilgore.edu
Alex Knox
Academic Advisor
Arts and Mathematical Sciences
Phone:
(903) 983-8185
Office:
Old Main Building, 148
aknox@kilgore.edu

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