Advising

Academic advising is essential for university students, providing a clear roadmap to ensure that each credit hour aligns with degree requirements and future career goals. 

For students pursuing teacher certification in Texas, regular advising is particularly important. It helps navigate the complex relationship between university graduation standards and specific requirements set by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for state licensure. Without proper guidance, students may miss crucial certification exams or fail to complete necessary coursework for teaching in Texas.

Be sure to check in with your advisors each semester. We are here to help.

Education Advisors

Current and prospective undergraduate students majoring in education (last name A-L)

Sally Antcliff
santcliff@twu.edu 
940-898-3854

Current and prospective undergraduate students majoring in education (last name M-Z)

Emily Summitt
esummitt@twu.edu 
940-898-2230

Current and prospective undergraduate students majoring in Early Childhood Education

Lacey Rowlett
lrowlett@twu.edu 
940-898-2267

Grow Your Own

Katy Eshelman
keshelman@twu.edu 
940-898-2272

Schedule an Advising Session

Subject-Specific Advising

Students who wish to obtain high school subject-level certification or a certificate that covers all grade levels should major in the specific subject area (e.g., English, Theatre Arts) for their certification and minor in education. 

Additionally, students pursuing degrees in the College of Arts and Sciences or the College of Health Sciences should contact the appropriate advisor listed here, and schedule a meeting with OEPS.

Subject-Specific Advisors

For advising or help with the certification process, email copeadvising@twu.edu.

Page last updated 2:04 PM, September 10, 2026