Learning Support Peer Tutors
Peer tutors are hand-picked for their work ethic, patience, strong student skills, and desire to help other students succeed. Under the supervision of the department, our peer tutors are trained specifically in active listening, questioning, and modeling techniques to provide peers with guided supplemental instruction and constructive criticism in a friendly, non-evaluative, and supportive environment. If you’re a current student interested in becoming a peer tutor, fill out the application on Handshake (Writing) and (Math)*.
*Please see the link for eligibility and application requirements.
The goal of the Integrative Support Model is for peer tutors, in addition to Learning Support Specialists, to provide feedback and assistance to students in class as well as outside of the classroom during scheduled hours. They act as an additional resource to faculty to help reach all students, especially those who may feel more comfortable working under the guidance of an experienced peer.
What Does In-Class Support Look Like?
The peer tutor actively collaborates with faculty to provide in-class support by instructor request, for example, in the form of:
- Breakout room facilitation and assistance
- Individual and group check-ins with students
- Assistance with understanding and brainstorming for assignments (Milestones, etc.)
Peer tutors also promote Study Tables, workshops, and other Learning Support resources outside of class for students to attend and receive additional help on a regular basis. To request an in-class visit, please fill out the Learning Support Course Support Form*.
*While we make our best efforts to support all requests, we kindly ask that you reach out at least one full week in advance of your classroom visit so that we can do our best to ensure availability.
“Peer tutors have been an invaluable part of my English classes. The tutors know the course material, have experience navigating the challenges of assignments, technology, and time management, and provide an amazing resource for students. I've been with the same peer tutor several times, and whether he joins a breakout group to help facilitate discussions and peer workshops, works one on one with students during class or office hours, or provides written feedback on students' essays, he's always happy to help. The students have benefitted so much from the peer tutor support that they often write about their positive experiences in their course reflections at the end of the term. This is a really wonderful program and I'm so grateful to the peer tutors for their many contributions.”
“Having a peer tutor scheduled to join my class was extremely beneficial for students. I had a peer tutor come in on the days after Milestones were due. As the class reflected on the completed Milestone, the peer tutor could work with any students who didn’t finish the Milestone yet. They showed the students examples and gave tips from the perspective of someone who recently took the class. The students got to know the peer tutor this way and then began seeking their help in Study Tables as well.”
In addition to the Learning Support Specialists, our peer tutors are an excellent asset to students! Peer tutors are model students recommended by faculty and Learning Support who have excelled in the courses they support. They can also provide general writing and math support to our undergraduate students. You can find them in Study Tables Mondays-Fridays* from 1-5 pm CST. *With the exception of summer quarter and holidays.
Please see below for information about the individual peer tutors and the specific courses they support. To meet with a peer tutor, please join them virtually at Study Tables (or in person in the Learning Support space Room 6003 at 122 S. Michigan Ave.) as listed.
Brian (he/him/his)
Brian (he/him/his) graduated with a B.A. in Psychology and is currently working towards his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. His thesis explored the effects of yoga and video games on mindfulness levels. He is flexible, patient, and understanding with a strong desire to help others. His interests include going to the movies, playing video games and board games, and staying active (playing sports, yoga, etc).
Subjects/Courses:
Undergraduate: Writing / English, General Education Courses, Psychology / Sociology, PSY-330, HSM-400, PSY-402, PSY-499, APA Format
Graduate: HSC-510, HSC-511, General Writing Support, Research Methods, Research Statistics, APA Format
Spring '24 Hours (virtual in Study Tables)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|
12-3pm; |
1-3pm |
12-4pm |
1-5pm |
10am-2pm (Virtual) |
Available by appointment - email bray2@my.nl.edu
Cara (she/they/theirs)
Cara (she/they/theirs) is a Sophomore pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Social Services and a minor in Psychology. They have a passion for helping others in any way they can. Cara enjoys learning and is a seeker of knowledge, trying to learn as much as they possibly can about various subjects. When not studying, they can be found reading; playing video games, board games, and card games; cooking; baking bread; volunteering as a Crisis Counselor for the Crisis Text Line; watching football; or watching documentaries.
Subjects/Courses:
Undergraduate: ENG 101, 201, & 203, MTH 101, GEN 203, HIS 102 & 103, PSY 101, SOC 101
Spring '24 Hours (virtual in Study Tables)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|
4-6pm |
12-5pm |
9am-1pm |
1-5pm |
- |
Available by appointment -
Scheduling Link: https://nl.campus.eab.com/pal/Q9CUTnzi8F
Email: caldrichlerette@my.nl.edu
Dhruvil (he/him/his)
Dhruvil (he/him/his) is a junior at NLU majoring in the Bachelor of Computer Science and Information Systems. He is enthusiastic about technology, science, and math, and enjoys helping others with these subjects. Outside of tutoring, he enjoys playing video games, watching movies and TV shows, and reading books.
Subjects/Courses: Math and CSIS
Spring '24 Hours (virtual in Study Tables)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| - | 6-8pm (Virtual) |
6-8pm (Virtual) |
1-8pm (Virtual) |
1-5pm (Virtual) |
Available by appointment - email dprajapati@my.nl.edu
Alliah (just use my name, please)
My name is Alliah. You can call me Allie for short. I am 19 years old, and I’m from a beautiful country called Antigua and Barbuda. My favorite hobbies are playing sports, but my favorite out of all of them is playing soccer. I am here to better myself and also to be a good leader to push my fellow peers toward greatness. I am a very wise, intelligent, and hardworking student.
Subjects/Courses: Math
Spring '24 Hours (virtual in Study Tables)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 1-4pm (Chicago) |
1-5pm (Virtual) |
- | 11am-3pm (Chicago) |
1-5pm (Virtual) |
Andrew Bass (he/him/his)
Andrew (he/him/his) is a rising Senior at National Louis University majoring in psychology. At NLU, he is part of the Honors Program and President of the newly formed Psychology Club, Get Psyched. After NLU, he wants to pursue an MFA in Creative Producing at DePaul University.
Subjects/Courses: English / Writing
Spring '24 Hours (virtual in Study Tables)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| - | 1-5pm (Virtual) |
10am-3pm (Chicago) |
1-4pm (Virtual) |
2-5pm (Virtual) |
Cullen Irwin (he/him/his)
I'm 21, from Chicago and I love mixed martial arts, and Star Wars. My major is English, but history, science, writing formatting, and teaching English learners are also things I can do.
Subjects/Courses: English / Writing
Spring '24 Hours (virtual in Study Tables)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 1-5pm (Virtual) |
- | 12-6pm (Virtual) |
1-5pm (Chicago) |
1-3pm (Virtual) |
Michale Ross (she/her/hers)
Hello my name is Michale Ross (she/her/hers). Currently I am a Junior at National Louis University. I’m majoring in psychology and minoring in social work. On my free time, I watch movies and hang out with family and friends. I am tutoring because I like helping people. I like to help people with problems. My academic goal is to continue to get good grades.
Subjects/Courses: MTH-101 and MTH-102
Spring '24 Hours (virtual in Study Tables)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 1-3pm (Virtual) |
- | 1-3pm (Virtual) |
- | 1-5pm (Chicago) |
Testimonials
I had the opportunity to work with math, computer science, and writing specialists and peer tutors during my first year with NLU. All great learning experiences and great learning opportunities from this supportive staff.
Harmony helped me go through my essay and gave great feedback.
Lauren was helping me out with an assignment for one of my general education classes and she helped me figure out how to solve the problems.
