General Requirements for becoming a Peer Supporter:

• Minimum GPA: 2.8
• At least sophomore class standing
• Two letters of recommendation from an academic or professional reference
• Solid connection to the GVSU campus community with knowledge of clubs, events, and services
• Time and motivation to participate
• Past mentoring experience is highly desirable but not required
• Solid social skills with an awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses
• Active listening skills
• Ability to give thoughtful, sensitive feedback
• Ability to work with both individuals and a team
• Excellent problem-solving skills

General Commitment to becoming a Peer Supporter:

• Commit to a minimum of one academic year
• Attend two training sessions at the beginning of each academic semester and emergency protocol training
• Attend monthly problem-solving with staff and mentee, as needed
• Maintain regular communication with the program graduate assistant
• Keep Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. open weekly
• Participate in all service learning projects