Peer Mentors

Advice and Strategies

Peer mentors are experienced, high-performing Walden students who share tips, advice, and guidance on student success strategies, such as: building confidence, managing time, staying organized, creating a support community, and developing a positive mindset.

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Contact a Peer Mentor

Peer mentors answer student-related questions via email and Zoom office hours.

Send your questions to the peer mentor team email account peermentors@mail.waldenu.edu, and a peer mentor will personally respond to you within 24-hours with tips and advice based on their experience. If you would prefer to chat with a peer mentor via a video call, send your request for a 1-on-1 Zoom appointment to the same email account listed above and the peer mentors will provide you with their Zoom office hour schedule that you can attend.

Interact with Peer Mentors

Peer Mentors provide a variety of opportunities to connect in small group settings. You can participate in small group connect and learn sessions, attend writing accountability groups, and engage in guided coaching sessions. Each live session allows you to meet other Walden students and build confidence; increase skills; and share in positive, mindful conversation.

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I feel more comfortable and part of the Walden family. I am no longer a stranger! Thank you for all of your support and I know it will continue throughout my stay at Walden University.

Six Things We Wish We Knew When Starting Our Degrees

Ask for help

Ash Pena
Bachelor of Science,
Psychology

"I wish I would have realized that it is ok to ask for help. There are plenty of resources throughout the Walden community that are there for us in case we need assistance, so don't be afraid to use them."

Make Friends

Des O. Ellis
Master of
Business Administration

"Brainstorm with someone who has been through what you're about to embark on; this usually cuts back on the anxiety of starting something new."

Know Your Financial Aid Package

Tiffany Jordan
Master of Science,
Clinical Mental Health Counseling

"I wish I knew about taking a book advance to help pay for textbooks."

Find Balance

Jody Nelson
Master
Social Work

"Set specific times for studying and specific times for stepping away."

Use Writing Support

Sherry Wilson
Bachelor of Science,
Psychology

"For me, learning to write scholarly-level papers came by way of trial, error, and frustration. If I had submitted my first paper to the Writing Support team, I would have had the benefit of this resource earlier rather than later."

Don't Be Afraid to Delegate

Shannon Gentry
Master of Science,
Clinical Mental Health Counseling

"Accept that you can't do everything yourself. Delegating tasks, even small ones, will go a long way in avoiding burnout. Sit down with your family and friends and let them know that you'll be asking for their help."

I felt supported throughout my first term. The guidance and advice have been so helpful. I learned new strategies and sometimes I just needed to hear the words, "You got this!" I feel that Walden has so many resources, which makes me feel well connected to an academic/college family that really cares about my success. Of all the resources, my mentor has been one of the best! I am very grateful.

Peer Mentor FAQs

Who are the peer mentors?

Peer mentors are experienced, high-performing Walden students who can offer social support, advice, and guidance to help you build confidence, develop strategies for success, make connections, and develop a positive mindset.

Visit the Meet the Peer Mentors website to learn more about the peer mentoring team.

How can I contact a Peer Mentor

You can reach out with your questions via peermentors@mail.waldenu.edu for support and insights from the peer mentor team.

How can I connect and engage with Peer Mentors?

Attend a Peer Mentor Live Event to interact with peer mentors and other Walden students just like you!

How do I become a peer mentor?

All peer mentors are employed by the Office of Academic Support Services (OASS) as Graduate Assistants. All openings for these positions will be posted on the Walden University career listings page. *If the position is not posted that means the OASS is not currently hiring.

How is a Peer Mentor different from an academic advisor or course instructor?

First and foremost, peer mentors are students. Unlike instructors and academic advisors, they are not experts who can teach course content or register you for classes. However, their unique position as students allows them to offer support and advice based on their own experiences. For example, while peer mentors are not able to withdraw you from a class, they can point you towards helpful resources and share their strategies for approaching similar challenges.

What are the benefits of connecting with a peer mentor?

Peer mentors are high-performing Walden students who are eager to share tips and advice based on their academic experiences. In particular, peer mentors can help you establish social connections with others students, build confidence, access valuable resources and support, and learn effective study strategies and academic skills.

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