As a Peer Advisor, you’ll guide newcomers through their university journey while building your leadership skills and campus connections! Peer advisors:
- Assist with orientation and welcome events during Welcome Week
- Mentor first year and new transfer students, with responsibilities beginning in the summer and continuing throughout the academic year
- Represent the School at events (including admissions)recruitment and admissions events
- Help create an inclusive and welcoming SOE community.
Responsibilities and Activities
- Be flexible for event participation based on your schedule!
- Attend a virtual 1-hour training in June, and half-day in-person training during Welcome Week in August
- Communicate with advisees virtually over the summer
- Participate in the Dean’s Welcome and be available for on-campus responsibilities the week before classes start, with some obligations on the weekend
- Guide and meet with advisees throughout the year (at least 4 fall and 2 spring meetings)
- Support admissions through participation in panels, tours, and student outreach (including summer Orange Preview events)
Peer advisors must maintain a 3.0 GPA and be in good academic standing, and be on campus for at least the fall semester (spring abroad is permitted).
Apply to be a 2025-2026 Peer AdvisorQuestions?
Heather Macknik, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
