Peer Leader Program

 

Selection as a Peer Leader is viewed as an honor.  FRYS 101 Peer Leaders assist FRYS 101 faculty in the successful implementation of the course objectives.  Peer Leaders also serve as role models and mentors to ULM’s first-year students, thereby enhancing the academic performance, co-curricular awareness, and the overall first year experience.  The selection process begins in the spring.  If you are interested in becoming an integral part of ULM’s FRYS 101 Program, please review the selection criteria below and follow the instructions under “How to Apply.”

Peer Leader Selection Criteria

• Minimum GPA of 2.3

• Proven record of leadership and involvement

• Interest in working with a faculty member

• Interest in diversity and community service

• Willingness to mentor 1st year students

 Peer Leader Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as a mentor for academic and leadership involvement

• Maintain communication with FRYS instructor

• Assist in facilitating class discussions and activities

• Serve as a liaison for student feedback to the instructor and SSC staff

• Remain current on campus events and present briefly at each class

• Keep Moodle announcements correct and current

How to Apply

 Download and complete the Peer Leader Application.

Email your completed application to Mary Elizabeth Sewell at msewell@ulm.edu  at the address shown on the application.

 Faculty Nominations

 Faculty may also nominate outstanding student leaders to serve as Peer Leaders.  Please download and complete the Peer Leader Nomination Form.

Email your completed nomination form to Mary Elizabeth Sewell at msewell@ulm.edu or return it to ULIB 202.