Welcome to your Required Next Semester Planning Workshop!
What is this?
The Next Semester Planning Workshop (NSPW) is required for students in their first semester in the College of Arts & Sciences. The workshop will help you use your degree audit and UNM Catalog to plan courses for your next semester.
Your NSPW hold must be removed before you can register for a future semester.
How Do I Remove My Hold?
Complete the online, self-paced workshop below. To successfully complete the workshop, you must:
- Score at least 8/10 on the quiz.
- Submit 5–6 possible courses for your next semester.
- Complete all required portions of the workshop and submit a form.
Once successfully completed, please allow 1–2 business days for your hold to be removed.
Click here to access the Next Semester Planning Workshop!
Who Needs to Complete It?
Complete the workshop if this is your first semester in A&S as a:
- First-year student
- Transfer student
- Student who recently changed into an A&S major
Currently taking a section of ARSC 198: A Lobo's Guide to A&S? You do not need to complete this workshop separately. Your hold will be removed based on successful participation in the course.
Need Help?
Having trouble accessing the workshop or need accessibility support? Contact the A&S Center for Academic Success at asadvise@unm.edu or 505-277-4621.


