Schedule an Appointment

Runner Connect makes scheduling your advising appointment simple, fast, and convenient. Designed with students in mind, this easy-to-use platform allows you to view real-time availability, choose a date and time that fits your schedule, and connect with your assigned staff advisor or the appropriate advising center, all in one place. Take control of your academic journey by booking the support you need, when you need it, through Runner Connect.

Advising Services Available

With Your Staff Advisor

The following advising services are available to active CSUB students year-round with your assigned staff advisor:

Academic Petitions
Adjustments to my Schedule
Confirm Graduation Requirements
Resources and Support
Staff Advising Hold
Update to Academic Outline

With an Advising Center

The following advising services are available year-round to active CSUB students who would like to meet with the first available advisor in an advising center:

Add/Remove/Change Major
Add/Remove/Change Minor

When scheduling for these services, please be sure to select the correct advising center for the major or minor you are adding, removing, or changing. You can determine the appropriate advising center by visiting our Find My Advisor page.

Specialty Advising

The following advising services are limited to specific student populations. Only students within these groups will be able to schedule an appointment using these services:

First Time, First Year Student Advising
Incoming Transfer Student Advising
Interdisciplinary Studies Advising
Post-Bacc Advising
Returning Student Advising

How to Schedule an Appointment on Runner Connect

Getting Started

Before following the steps below, please log in to Runner Connect through the Runner Connect portal using your MyCSUB NetID and password. Once you are signed in, you may proceed with the appointment scheduling instructions below.

Log into Runner Connect

Step 1: Select "Schedule an Appointment" On Runner Connect.

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After logging into Runner Connect, you will be directed to your Student Home page, where you can view an overview of your classes and other student information. On the right side of the dashboard, click the “Schedule an Appointment” button to begin.

Step 2: Choosing Your Appointment Type, Service, and Date.

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After clicking “Schedule an Appointment,” a dropdown menu will appear.

What type of appointment would you like to schedule? Select “Advising.”
Service: Choose the option that best describes the reason you would like to meet with an academic advisor.
Pick a Date: Select the date that works best for you.

Then click the “Find Available Time” button to view available appointment times.

Please note: Appointments must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance. Weekend appointments are not available.

Step 3: Select Your Appointment Time.

A new screen will appear displaying all available appointment dates and times.

Review the listed dates.
Select an available time under your preferred date to continue.

Step 4: Review Appointment Details.

After selecting your appointment time, you must confirm your appointment details.

Review the selected Service, Date, and Time to ensure they are correct.
Carefully read the “Details” section. This includes important instructions from the advisor regarding your appointment.
For “How would you like to meet?” select your preferred option: Virtual/Online Meeting or In Person/On Campus

You may use the text box labeled “Would you like to share anything else?” to provide additional information about your upcoming meeting. Sharing details about your questions or concerns can help your staff advisor prepare in advance.

You may also select one or both reminder options:

Email Reminder
Text Message Reminder - If you choose “Text Message Reminder,” enter your phone number in the text box provided.

Finally, click the “Schedule” button to confirm your appointment in Runner Connect.

Step 5: Appointment Scheduled

Your appointment has been successfully scheduled. Please check your CSUB email for a confirmation message with your appointment details.