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Peer
Mentoring
The Peer Mentor
program works in collaboration with ACAD 101, Principles of
the Learning
Academy, a seminar class required of all freshmen. All ACAD
101 classes meet with an instructor at least fourteen times a
semester. A Peer Mentor is assigned to every section of ACAD
101 and each student receives extra opportunities through
weekly meetings with a specially selected and trained
upperclassman who serves as a Peer Mentor.
Peer
Mentors are trained to assist their students with succeeding
in college and taking advantage of all that Winthrop
University offers. Peer Mentors present on topics such as time
and money management, study skills, making choices, and
getting involved on campus. In addition, the Peer Mentor
Program will sponsor or plan social events for students. Some
fun events that are in the works include skating, bowling, the
movies and other social gatherings. Peer Mentors also meet
individually with their students to address personal issues
and concerns and help each student make as smooth a transition
to college as possible.
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