UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN River Falls
The Department of Psychological Sciences Peer Mentoring Program is designed to provide all first-year Psychology and Neuroscience Majors with information, tools, and support they need to succeed in the Department and at UW – River Falls. Those serving as Peer Mentors can experience personal and professional growth, get better connected to our department, and have opportunities to enhance communication, leadership, and other important skills.
The program involves having qualified junior and senior Psychological Sciences majors working with first-year students both within and outside of our First-Year Course, Introduction to Psychological Sciences. The program goals are to support equitable student success, help students develop a sense of belonging and self-awareness, equip students to navigate university policies and resources, help students build their campus network as a foundation for continued success, and improve retention in our majors and to UW – River Falls.
Please begin by clicking the button below to review the Peer Mentor Position Description. The Position Description provides more detailed information, including qualifications and important competencies for the role.
Once you have reviewed the Position Description and ensured the role is a good fit for you, please complete the application:
Minimum qualification for the Peer Mentor position are:
If you have any questions, please contact:
Dr. Travis Tubré, Professor and Peer Mentoring Coordinator
Department of Psychological Science