Engage 100 Leaders

Freshman Interest Group (FIG) Leader Role Description

Peer Leader Responsibilities :

• Lead 12-15 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class and small-group activities  
• Customize and implement lesson plans  
• Manage course materials and coordinate external experiences  
• Serve as the primary student contact and provide comprehensive feedback

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Complete Application (Linked under Application Timeline and Process)
• Commit to 5 hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters. Training dates will be provided upon selection.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Link to the application will open on this website Monday, September 22nd, and close on Sunday, October 19th.
• If selected, applicants will be invited to schedule one in-person interview on one of the following dates: 11/10, 11/12, 11/13 or 11/17.
  • Pending successful interview
    • ​​​​​Enroll in HUM4924: Engage 100 Peer Leader Instruction Seminar in Spring 2026 and obtain a grade of B or higher. This course meets twice per week and fulfills FSU’s Oral Competency CoreFSU Requirement.
    • Enroll in SDS3802: Experiential Learning – Engage 100 Leaders in Fall 2026 for 1 S/U credit. This course meets once per week and fulfills FSU’s Formative Experience CoreFSU Requirement.

Program Supervisor: Kylie Lawrence

• Contact Information: 
  • Email: kclawrence@fsu.edu

Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP) Leader Role Description

Peer Leader Responsibilities :

• Lead 12-15 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class and small-group activities  
• Customize and implement lesson plans  
• Manage course materials and coordinate external experiences  
• Serve as the primary student contact and provide comprehensive feedback

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5 hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Kris Ryan

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  kryan@fsu.edu

Living Learning Community (LLC) Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Director: Dr. Courtney Barry

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  cbarry@admin.fsu.edu

Chart Your Course Leader Role Description

Peer Leader Responsibilities :

• Lead 12-15 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class and small-group activities  
• Customize and implement lesson plans  
• Manage course materials and coordinate external experiences  
• Serve as the primary student contact and provide comprehensive feedback

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Complete Application (Linked under Application Timeline and Process)
• Commit to 5 hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters. Training dates will be provided upon selection.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Link to the application will open on this website Monday, September 22nd, and close on Sunday, October 19th.
• If selected, applicants will be invited to schedule one in-person interview on one of the following dates: 11/10, 11/12, 11/13 or 11/17.
  • Pending successful interview​​​
    • Enroll in HUM4924: Engage 100 Peer Leader Instruction Seminar in Spring 2026 and obtain a grade of B or higher. This course meets twice per week and fulfills FSU’s Oral Competency CoreFSU Requirement.
    • Enroll in SDS3802: Experiential Learning – Engage 100 Leaders in Fall 2026 for 1 S/U credit. This course meets once per week and fulfills FSU’s Formative Experience CoreFSU Requirement.

Program Supervisor: Madeline Thompson

• Contact Information: 
  • Email: mthompson7@fsu.edu

Honors Colloquium Leader Role Description

Peer Leader Responsibilities :

• Lead 12-15 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class and small-group activities  
• Customize and implement lesson plans  
• Manage course materials and coordinate external experiences  
• Serve as the primary student contact and provide comprehensive feedback

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.2 FSU GPA.
• Be a member of the FSU Honors Program in good standing
• Successfully complete Honors Colloquium by the end of Fall 2025
• Successfully complete at least one Honors Signature Course by the end of Spring 2026
• Enter 3rd or 4th year at FSU in 2026-2027 academic year (not applicable to transfer admitted honors students)
• Complete 10 Honors credits before Fall 2026 (consideration can be made for laterally admitted and lower division transfer honors student applicants entering their 3rd year) 

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applicants will submit a application that includes a resume, demographic information, and one written response. Upon review, applicants will be selected to move forward to the second application phase which consists of more in-depth written responses. Final candidates will be selected for interviews and offered positions.
• Applications open: Sun. Sept. 21-Sun. Oct. 5
  • Phase II: Sun. Oct. 12-Sun. Oct. 26
  • Interviews: Thurs. Nov. 13-Tues. Nov. 18
• Application is available at this website 
  • https://honorsleaders-fsu-sm.smapply.us/

Program Supervisor: Liz Iaconis

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  eiaconis@fsu.edu

Board of Advisors (BOA) Facilitator Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Be a fully trained member of BOAs: Board of Advisors in the College of Music
• Attend Spring Facilitator Interest Meeting
• Application completed and sent to Program Supervisor
• Open to 2nd Year, 3rd Year, or 4th Year students

Application Timeline and Process:

•  Attendance at the Spring Facilitator Interest Meeting held for current BOAs to review the purpose and content of the course and application deadline. All interested parties are required to attend the interest meeting, including returning BOA Facilitators.
  • Initial announcement for Interest Meeting date will be made in Late Fall
• After the interest meeting, students apply to be a facilitator by sending Rachel Boatwright an updated resume and a cover letter explaining why they want to facilitate the course and why they would be a good fit.
• Additional requirements are shared upon acceptance such as onboarding, training, and course materials like the Facilitator Guide, Syllabus, and Course Schedule.
  •  Early summer: Training (2 hours to review course content), and review facilitator schedules, Mid summer: "brush up" training & Q&A session. Partners review course content and begin lesson planning. Late summer (Summer B) course begins.

Program Supervisor: Rachel Boatwright

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  reward@fsu.edu
  • Phone: 850-644-3038
  • Office location: Housewright Building, Top floor, HMU 205

Leader Role Description

Peer Aide Responsibilities :

• Lead 1-3 class meetings 
• Facilitate small-group conversations and reflection activities 
• Assist with course discussions 
• Host out-of-class community-building events 
• Provide limited feedback on student progress 
• Participate in regular class planning meetings 
• Support course material management

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Former Exploratory student
• Sophomore or above
• Declared or decided major by March of application year (ex: Declared March 2026 to work Fall 2026)
• Minimum 30 credit hours completed by end of Spring of application year
• Availability for trainings

Application Timeline and Process:

• Application will open on October 24th, 2025 and close on January 16th, 2026
  • Survey: Students complete an interest survey and must submit a resume for consideration
    • Link to application will be made available here

• Interview: Interviews are group-based and one round only. Students can expect to interview in front of a hiring committee composed of the SLS1203 instructors. Interviews include round-robin style interview questions and a presentation.

  • Interviews will occur from February 9th-13th, 2026, with decisions being announced on February 16th, and trainings in April, May, and August.

Program Supervisor: Cameron Grant

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  UGS-SLSExplore@fsu.edu

OAS Seminole Leader Role Description

Peer Aide Responsibilities :

• Lead 1-3 class meetings 
• Facilitate small-group conversations and reflection activities 
• Assist with course discussions 
• Host out-of-class community-building events 
• Provide limited feedback on student progress 
• Participate in regular class planning meetings 
• Support course material management

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Student must be upper level division or grad student with a disability and has shown leadership/engagement.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Spring 2026, typically throughout February-March, with decisions announced in April
• Traditional interviews
  • Students will be required to develop an example PowerPoint lesson.
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Dr. JR Harding

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  jharding@fsu.edu
  • Phone:850-644-4294
  • Office: Rovetta A, Suite 414

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Abria Harris

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  ajh10f@fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Aide Responsibilities :

• Lead 1-3 class meetings 
• Facilitate small-group conversations and reflection activities 
• Assist with course discussions 
• Host out-of-class community-building events 
• Provide limited feedback on student progress 
• Participate in regular class planning meetings 
• Support course material management

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Current, degree-seeking FSU Panama City Undergraduate Student
• Must have at least one academic year (fall and spring semester) completed at FSU
• Be free of any pending academic honor violations and any behavioral conduct concerns
• Attend and engage in an assigned IDS1107 (The Florida State Experience) course during the term they are applying for
• Assist with student success outreach and events
• Be committed to the position for a full semester
• Agree to attend all required trainings and meetings

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications for teaching in the Spring will open on October 6th and close on October 31st
  • Online Application will be posted here when made available
    • Application requires resume and 2 reference forms
  • Interviews will occur from November 4th to November 13th, with final decisions announced on November 21st
• Applications for teaching in the Fall will open on February 9th and close on March 11th
  • Online Application will be posted here when made available
    • Application requires resume and 2 reference forms
  • Interviews will occur from March 23rd to March 31st, with final decisions announced on April 8th
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Tawni Hayden

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  tkm22@fsu.edu
  • Phone: 850-770-2127

  • Office Location: Florida State University Panama City, The Chapman Center, Holley Academic Building C117

IMS Program Mentor Role Description

Peer Leader Responsibilities :

• Lead 12-15 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class and small-group activities  
• Attend, support & engage with an assigned Engage100 course IHS 1100 during the fall/spring semester.
• Develop and maintain supportive relationships with assigned mentees, serving as a resource for academic, personal, and social concerns.
• Collaborate with the IHS 1100 instructor and other IMS administration, faculty, advisors, and staff to plan and execute student success-related activities, workshops, and events.
• Maintain regular communication with mentees through in-person meetings, email, phone calls, and other communication channels as appropriate.
• Promote the Peer Mentor Program through outreach efforts, including tabling, social media engagement, and presentations to student groups.
• Maintain accurate records of mentorship interactions and activities using designated tracking systems.
• Prepare reports and summaries as requested by administration and directors to track program effectiveness and outcomes.

• Attend regular check-in meetings with Peer Mentor Supervisor/Coordinator/Instructor

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA, Completion of application
• Current, degree-seeking FSU Undergraduate Student (enrolled Fall 2024)
• Must have at least one academic year (fall and spring semester) completed at FSU.
• Be free of any pending academic honor violations and any behavioral conduct concerns.
• Attend, support & engage with an assigned Engage100 course during the term

Application Timeline and Process:

•  Applications will be collected and reviewed the semester before intent to teach, likely in Spring 2026
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Dr. Lauren Bell

• Contact Information: 
  • Email: Lauren.bell@med.fsu.edu
  • Phone: 850-644-2199
  • Office location: MSB (College of Medicine Building), Room 2140

Academic Trainer Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.
• must have and maintain full-time status, and be free of any academic or conduct violations.
• Attend Informational Session in November
• Complete Online application, and submit one Letter of Recommendation 

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications open in October and close in December
  • online application link will be posted here when made available
• Interviews are conducted from January to February, and decisions are announced in March.
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Stephanie Tillman

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  sftillman@fsu.edu

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Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• There is no formal application or interview for this position
• For more information regarding interest, contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Holly Smith

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  hsmith17@fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• There is no formal application or interview for this position
• For more information regarding interest, contact the supervisor when information posted

Program Supervisor: 

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Joi Phillips

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  jnphillips@admin.fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Bridget Shannon

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  bpshannon@fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Bridget Shannon

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  bpshannon@fsu.edu

First-Year Connections and Success (FYCS) Leader Role Description

Peer Leader Responsibilities :

• Lead 12-15 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class and small-group activities  
• Customize and implement lesson plans  
• Manage course materials and coordinate external experiences  
• Serve as the primary student contact and provide comprehensive feedback

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Complete Application (Linked under Application Timeline and Process)
• Commit to 5 hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters. Training dates will be provided upon selection.
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Application Timeline and Process:

• Link to the application will open on this website Monday, September 22nd, and close on Sunday, October 19th
• If selected, applicants will be invited to schedule one in-person interview on one of the following dates: 11/10, 11/12, 11/13 or 11/17.
• Pending successful interview
  • Enroll in HUM4924: Engage 100 Peer Leader Instruction Seminar in Spring 2026 and obtain a grade of B or higher. This course meets twice per week and fulfills FSU’s Oral Competency CoreFSU Requirement.
  • Enroll in SDS3802: Experiential Learning – Engage 100 Leaders in Fall 2026 for 1 S/U credit. This course meets once per week and fulfills FSU’s Formative Experience CoreFSU Requirement.

Program Supervisor: Norris Boyd

• Contact Information: 
  • Email: Nboyd@fsu.edu
  • Phone: (850) 644-7424
  • Office: University Center A, 4th Floor, Room 4330

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Wisley Dorce

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  wes@innovation.fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Leader Responsibilities :

• Lead 12-15 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class and small-group activities  
• Customize and implement lesson plans  
• Manage course materials and coordinate external experiences  
• Serve as the primary student contact and provide comprehensive feedback

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.3 FSU GPA.
• must have earned an AA degree during high school
• have completed at least one semester as a full-time student (that term can be in progress at the time of application)
• Commit to attending any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.
• Please note that this position is not available to transfer students with an AA.

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will open on Monday, October 6th and close Friday, October 24th
  • Application Link will be posted here when made available

    • Students applying to teach the high school AA sections of IDS 1107 must apply using Graduation Planning Strategies' application.

• Interviews will be conducted from November 3rd to November 7th.
  • After a successful interview, selected candidates must complete HUM 4924 with a grade of A or A- in the spring 2026 term to be eligible to be hired as a peer leader for the fall 2026 term.
• Following successful interview, applicants expected to complete HUM 4924 with a grade of A or A- in the spring 2026 term to be eligible to be hired as a peer leader for the fall 2026 term. ​​​​​​​
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Heather Shattuck

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  hshattuck@fsu.edu
  • Office Location: Hecht House, second/main floor, Room 215 

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• must be a History or Humanities Major
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.​​​​​​​

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications are conducted via emailing Dr. Claudia Liebeskind to set up a meeting during Fall to discuss their own Engage 100 experience (pros and cons) and explain their ideas for how to shape their own class.
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Dr. Claudia Liebeskind

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  cliebeskind@fsu.edu

Quest Scholars Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.​​​​​​​

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Emily Leyava

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  eleyava@fsu.edu

Nole Nursing Peer Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• Nursing Major
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.​​​​​​​

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Susan Baker 

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  sabaker@fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Leader Responsibilities :

• Lead 12-15 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class and small-group activities  
• Customize and implement lesson plans  
• Manage course materials and coordinate external experiences  
• Serve as the primary student contact and provide comprehensive feedback

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• Only open to current Study Skills Tutors or Academic Success Mentors
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Summer B 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered during Summer A.​​​​​​​
• Meet with superior and fellow leaders 3-4 times during Summer A to continue to review curricular materials

Application Timeline and Process:

• Current Study Skills Tutors or Academic Success Mentors are selected by invitation only during Spring.
  • If selected, must attend all 6 weekly training meetings during Summer A and other meetings in Summer B
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Dr. Samantha Tackett

• Contact Information: 
  • Email: stackett@fsu.edu
  • Phone: 850-645-4047
  • Office Location: WJB G015

Leader Role Description

Peer Leader Responsibilities :

• Lead 12-15 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class and small-group activities  
• Customize and implement lesson plans  
• Manage course materials and coordinate external experiences  
• Serve as the primary student contact and provide comprehensive feedback

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• Only open to current Business majors
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Summer B 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.​​​​​​​

Application Timeline and Process:

• Application will open on September 22nd, and Close on October 10th.
  • ​​​​​​​Application link will be posted here when available 
• Interviews will take place from October 20th to October 31st
  • ​​​​​​​Final decisions will be sent out on November 7th
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Dr. Jared Miller

• Contact Information: 
  • Email: jmiller@business.fsu.edu
  • Phone: 850-644-2561
  • Office Location: Rovetta 215, Second Floor

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.​​​​​​​

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Ahmed Negm

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  ahmed@innovation.fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.​​​​​​​

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Anthony Kurza

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  akurza@fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.​​​​​​​

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Dr. Shane Hockin 

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  shockin@fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.​​​​​​​

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Emily Burgess

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  eburgess@eng.famu.fsu.edu

Leader Role Description

Peer Assistant Responsibilities :

• Lead 4-11 class meetings 
• Lead whole-class discussions and customize course materials  
• Design and implement lesson plans  
• Coordinate guest speakers and field experiences  
• Provide feedback on student progress and experience 
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for students

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 FSU GPA.
• Commit to 5~ hours of compensated work per week during Fall 2026.
• Commit to attend any mandatory training opportunities, offered periodically through spring, summer and fall semesters.​​​​​​​

Application Timeline and Process:

• Applications will be collected and reviewed during Fall 2025
• For more information contact the supervisor listed below

Program Supervisor: Paige Rentz

• Contact Information: 
  • Email:  prentz@fsu.edu