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Become a Peer Student Leader

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The Peer2Peer program provides opportunity, whether you want to receive help, refer a student for help, or assist a fellow student. Here's a look at the ways you can get involved.

Peer Student Leader Opportunities

Peer Advocates

Peer Advocates facilitate weekly Peer Support Groups on campus, focusing on a variety of social and academic topics and provide education on strategies for success. As a Peer Advocate, you listen to and support your peers by allowing a safe space for students to discuss challenges that they face.

WHO THEY ARE

Peer Advocates are enthusiastic and committed students who are prepared to share their lived experiences adjusting to the social and academic setting at Montgomery College with other students in a group setting. Peer Advocates have successfully dealt with the challenges of acclimating to community college culture and can help educate their peers on strategies for success.

In addition, Peer Advocates:

  • Are currently enrolled at Montgomery College
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Have completed at least two semesters

Benefits

As a Peer Advocate, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Develop communication and group facilitation skills
  • Get topical training experiences (stress management, health and wellness, conflict resolution, etc.)
  • Gain leadership training & work experience
  • Earn biweekly pay for hours served

HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Apply to become a Peer Advocate by submitting the Peer2Peer Application, along with two references. Direct questions to the Peer Advocates Coordinator by email or phone.

**We have finished the hiring cycle for Fall 2022 for the Peer Advocates.  We will begin hiring for Spring 2023 later this semester!**

Peer Educators

Peer Educators promote safety, awareness, and education to fellow students and the College community. As a Peer Educator, you will facilitate workshops and lead discussions with other students about social issues that impact college students.  Subjects include maintaining healthy relationships, HIV awareness, conflict resolution, stress management, mental health, and understanding consent and sexual assault. 

Who They Are

Peer Educators are skilled communicators who enjoy making presentations before their peers on topics of concern to college students.

In addition, they:

  • Have completed at least one semester (at least 6 credits) at MC
  • Are enrolled for at least six credits for the semester in which they will work as a Peer Educator
  • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0

Benefits

Being a Peer Educator offers you the opportunity to:

  • Develop leadership skills
  • Learn about topics relating to mental health, preventing sexual assault, substance/alcohol abuse, and healthy relationships.
  • Get involved on campus and meet fellow students
  • Become a certified peer educator
  • Earn biweekly pay for hours served

How You Can Make a Difference

Apply to become a Peer Educator by submitting the Peer2Peer Program Application, along with two references.  Send your paperwork to the Peer Educator Coordinator by email, campus mail, or in person.

**We are still hiring Peer Educators for Fall 2022!  Apply today!**

Peer Mentors

As a Peer Mentor, you will help fellow students at Montgomery College.  You get to encourage and support the progress and success of your peers by providing resources, guidance, and a reliable relationship to help them make the most of their college experience.

Who They Are

Peer Mentors are student leaders who can provide one-on-one support and direction about college life inside and outside of the classroom.  They aid mentees by listening to concerns and experiences, providing guidance, suggesting resources, and answering questions.  Peer Mentors are knowledgeable and serve as role models, allies, and advocates for mentees.

In addition, Peer Mentors:

  • Are currently enrolled at Montgomery College
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Have completed at least two semesters and 18 credit hours at Montgomery College

Benefits

Peer Mentors can:

  • Build leadership, communication, problem solving, and other career readiness skills
  • Develop skills by attending training workshops
  • Feel fulfilled by giving back to the Montgomery College community
  • Earn biweekly pay for hours served

How You Can Make a Difference

Apply to become a Peer Mentor by submitting the Peer2Peer Program Application, along with two references.  Contact the Peer Mentor Coordinator by email or phone.

Once you become a Peer Mentor, you will fill out the Mentor Matching Form to find mentees with whom you may be compatible.

**We have finished the hiring cycle for Fall 2022 for the Peer Mentors.  We will begin hiring for Spring 2023 later this semester!**

Peer Navigators

Peer Navigators support their peers in the battle against food and basic needs insecurities. They aid in the SHaW Center’s Health, Human Services, and Nutrition programming providing support for the Mobile Markets, food pantries, other Fuel for Success Food Campaign Initiatives, educational programs, and other initiatives.

Who They Are

Peer Navigators are leaders committed to supporting their peers and helping to ensure they have access to the resources they need to combat the challenges they are facing.

In addition, Peer Navigators:

  • Are currently enrolled at Montgomery College
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  • Exhibit strong interpersonal skills
  • Energetic, friendly, and approachable
  • Able to lift 50 pounds

Benefits

As a Peer Navigator, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Develop leadership and communication skills
  • Get involved on campus and meet peers
  • Develop career readiness skills through paid training
  • Earn biweekly pay for hours served

How You Can Make a Difference

Complete and submit the Peer2Peer Program Application, including one reference. Send your completed application to the Peer Navigator Coordinator via email, campus mail, or in-person.

**We have finished the hiring cycle for Fall 2022 for the Peer Navigators.  We will begin hiring for Spring 2023 later this semester!**

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to some common questions about the Peer2Peer program:

Typically, recruitment for students to serve in the Peer2Peer Program is March-May for the fall and October-December for the spring.  Please contact the respective Peer2Peer Coordinator for details.
All peer student leaders have a program training once per semester.  Additionally, they have specific training and meetings with their coordinator based on their position monthly.
MC’s mental health coordinator and professionals from local agencies who work closely with MC students to train Peer Educators.  Each academic year, they receive training on topics concerning college students such as mental health, drug use/prevention, healthy relationships, effective communication, and sexual assault awareness. Every fall, Peer Educators are certified through NASPA’s Peer Educator Training Program.
Peer Navigators are “Health Champions” and know the true meaning of “Raptorspitality”. They aid in the SHaW Center’s Health, Human Services, and Nutrition programming providing support for the Mobile Markets, food pantries, other Fuel for Success Food Initiatives, educational programs, and other initiatives. Peer Navigators inform their peers about lifestyle and wellness issues in a positive, interactive, fun, and nonjudgmental manner.
All student positions in the Peer2Peer Program are excellent opportunities to get involved, build leadership skills and employment opportunities. If you need assistance in deciding which role suits you, please contact Sergio Washingtonnew window.  Mr. Washington will be happy to speak with you further.

Any student at MC including students entering MC from high school, transfer students, non-traditional students (ages 25 and above), international students, students of any major, gender, race, and ethnicity.

The support from mentors help mentees with navigating through college and staying connected to campus. Mentees also gain a sense of belonging at MC, time management and organizational skills in supporting academic success, and a reliable means of support from peers who understand and have insight on the experience of a student at MC.

Mentees and mentors will communicate at least once weekly and meet in-person or virtually at least two times a month which can occur on-campus or in the community. Mentees and mentors will work together to schedule meeting times and locations and decide on best methods of communication. Mentees and mentors are encouraged to participate in program-wide social events and service learning projects.
Students with continued interest in obtaining a Peer Mentor will need to complete the Peer Mentor Request Form which will help the Peer Mentor Coordinator consider various factors when selecting a suitable mentor. This worksheet should ONLY be completed by students serious about having a Peer Mentor. Completing this form is an indication that you are agreeing to be matched and will follow the program requirements for mentees. Program requirements are listed on the Peer Mentor Request Form. Also, the form allows submissions to stand as authorization for the Peer Mentor Coordinator to share the mentee’s email address with the matched Peer Mentor. Give careful consideration to completing this step. Mentees would then attend a Mentee Orientation for more information on expectations, make a commitment, and meet their Peer Mentor.
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