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Our Peer Mentor positions for Fall 2013 are full! Check back in the fall to apply for next year.

Qualifications

  • Completed one year of study at UNO and be at least sophomore status (30 credits) by the start of the semester
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Be available for all training and required events and for at least 2 sections of UNIV
  • Recommendation from a UNO faculty or staff member

Compensation

  • Peer Mentors earn $200 for each section they teach, paid in increments throughout the semester.

Peer Mentor

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Peer Mentors are an important part of the UNIV 1001 experience. These student leaders are able to share their own knowledge and experience with incoming first years to promote their success at UNO. 

Serving as a Peer Mentor has benefits as well. Throughout your training and experience you will develop an enhanced knowledge of university resources, increased appreciation for our diversity, and effective communication and presentation skills.

What is the Role of a Peer Mentor?

  • Serve as a role model for the new first year students in UNIV 1001
  • Assist the UNIV instructors by attending all of the class sessions and co-teaching sessions, making announcements about campus activities, and participating in class discussions
  • Organize out-of-classroom activities, and serve as a mentor and resource for students in their sections