SLS 1501 Peer Mentor
What is a Peer Mentor?
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A Peer Mentor is a current FIU student leader who assists the First Year Experience instructor
throughout the length of the course
A Peer Mentor is utilized as a great resource for the students and many times lead several discussions
on specific topics throughout the SLS 1501 course
Lead group activities in order to create that bond and relationship within the students in the FYE course
A student who is able to help guide the students throughout their first semester in college by explaining
their personal experiences as a freshman
What do we look for in a Peer Mentor?
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Someone who is responsible and takes the initiative to help others
A role model to their fellow peers
A student who is energetic and shows pride in FIU
One who has a positive attitude is helpful inside and outside of the classroom
Responsibilities as a Peer Mentor:
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Attend one of the Peer Mentor Training Sessions in May
Meet and get to know their professor they are assisting once they are assigned
Attend all of their assigned SLS 1501 classes
Develop creative icebreakers and team builders to have the class interact with each other
Co-facilitate discussions and activities with the FYE instructor
Be positive and have fun with our new Golden Panthers!
Minimum Requirements:
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Current undergraduate student
2.5 GPA or above
To apply for SUMMER B, please submit the following to Shirley Caballero in PC 249 by May 8th at 4pm:
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Peer Mentor Application (typed)
Resume
Recommendation Form
If you have any questions, please contact Shirley Caballero at SCaballero@fiu.edu or (305) 348-2892.
Undergraduate Education: Office of First Year Programs
11200 SW 8 St. PC 249 * Miami, FL 33199 * Phone: (305) 348 – 2892 * Fax: (305) 348 – 2648
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SUMMER B Peer Mentor Application
Please return completed application, recommendation, and resume to Shirley Caballero in the
Academic Advising Center (PC 249) by Friday, May 8, 2015 by 4pm.
Please submit a copy of your resume with your application.
Name: __________________________________________ Panther ID: ________________________________
Phone: ________________________________ Email address: ________________________________________
Major: __________________________________________ Overall GPA: _________________(at least 2.5)
Did you take SLS 1501? � Yes � No
Which campus are you applying for? � MMC � BBC
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If you would like to be a BBC Peer Mentor, please contact Dr. Valerie Morgan at
Valerie.Morgan@fiu.edu or 305.919.5754.
1. Have you ever served in a tutor or mentor role while at FIU or elsewhere? � Yes � No
If yes, please describe your role and responsibilities.
2. What is your understanding of the role and significance of the First-Year Experience Peer Mentor in the
adjustment of a new student to college in general, and to FIU?
3. Why do you want to be a Peer Mentor for First-Year Experience?
4. What qualities do you possess that would make you an effective Peer Mentor for First-Year Experience?
5. List any campus activities in which you have been involved, as well as any off campus extracurricular
activities that you feel are relevant to the Peer Mentor position.
6. Please tell us any other information that would be beneficial in considering you for a Peer Mentor
position.
Undergraduate Education: Office of First Year Programs
11200 SW 8 St. PC 249 * Miami, FL 33199 * Phone: (305) 348 – 2892 * Fax: (305) 348 – 2648
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SUMMER B Peer Mentor Application
Please Select Availability for Summer B 2015: (Please rank the following time slots based on your availability)
Summer B: June 22 – July 31
Monday & Wednesday
___7:35a – 9:15a
___9:30a – 11:10a
___12:00p – 1:40p
___2:30p – 4:10p
___5:00p – 6:40p*
Wednesday & Friday
___7:35a – 9:15a
___9:30a – 11:10a
___12:00p – 1:40p
___2:30p – 4:10p
___5:00p – 6:40p*
Tuesday & Thursday
___8:00a – 9:40a
___10:50a-12:25p
___12:35p – 2:10p
___2:40p – 4:15p
___4:25p – 6:00p*
Are you interested in serving as a Peer Mentor for more than one section? � YES � NO
Please select a training date:
___Thursday, May 28th from 10am – 3pm
___Friday, May 29th from 10am – 3pm
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Applicant Signature
Date
Undergraduate Education: Office of First Year Programs
11200 SW 8 St. PC 249 * Miami, FL 33199 * Phone: (305) 348 – 2892 * Fax: (305) 348 – 2648
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(Applicants are required to obtain a recommendation from FIU faculty or staff.)
Peer Mentor Recommendation Form
Please fill out recommendation and place in a sealed envelope. You may give the sealed envelope to the
applicant to turn in or you may submit it directly to Shirley Caballero in PC 249.
Applicant’s Name: ___________________________________________________
Evaluator’s Name: ___________________________________________________
Please evaluate the applicant on the following scale:
5 = outstanding; 4 = above average; 3 = average; 2 = below average; 1 = unsatisfactory
Characteristics:
Description:
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Leadership
offices held, extracurricular activities,
5 4 3 2 1
self-confidence, respected by peers,
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ability to organize
Motivation
initiative, energy level, work ethic,
5 4 3 2 1
assertive, achievement-oriented
Sociability
poise, tactful, conversant,
5 4 3 2 1
ability to get along with others
Additional comments (continue on separate sheet if necessary):
Undergraduate Education: Office of First Year Programs
11200 SW 8 St. PC 249 * Miami, FL 33199 * Phone: (305) 348 – 2892 * Fax: (305) 348 – 2648
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