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
develop a positive mindset

Meet the Peer Mentors

Ask a Peer Mentor

Submit an

Ask a Peer Mentor

form to request support on a variety of academic skills. A member of the peer mentor team will respond to your submission via email within 24 to 48 hours.

Ask a Peer Mentor

Live Events

Monthly, interactive events hosted by Walden Peer Mentors covering a range of topics specific to the Walden experience, including:

Time Management
Attending Residency
School-Life Balance
Imposter Syndrome
and more!

Explore Upcoming Live Events

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.

6 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 the Writing Center

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 Center, 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 is eligible for a peer mentor?

All students are welcome to connect with a peer mentor at any stage of their program through the Ask a Peer Mentor button on the Peer Mentors homepage or during a Live Event.

What is the peer mentor program?

The Peer Mentor program is designed to provide peer-to-peer support to all Walden students. Peer mentors are high-achieving, experienced Walden students who provide social support and share strategies for student success.

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 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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Peer Mentor FAQs

Who is eligible for a peer mentor?

What is the peer mentor program?

Who are the peer mentors?

How do I become a peer mentor?

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

What are the benefits of connecting with a peer mentor?

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