by Kayla Gonzalez, CALS sophomore majoring in Biological Sciences
Upon entering 140 Roberts Hall, one is beckoned to the front desk of the Student Services Office and greeted by one smiling face or another. What one does not realize, however, is what is hiding behind the wall — peer advisors. The peer advisors are a talented group of undergraduate students who have been extensively trained in helping fellow CALS students.
What do they do? They provide help with routine office tasks, answer phone calls from professors, other students, and parents. But, they also offer CALS students unique services. If a student has an important interview, they can schedule a Video Practice Interview here. These practice interviews are prepared and conducted by the PAs. Do you need a resume for a job application? The PAs can handle that, too! They each participated in specialized training to learn the proper techniques of critiquing resumes. All of the Peer Advisors are also trained in the art of cover letter review. They have been armed with an arsenal of tools to aid the lives of CALS students.
Who are they? These eight talented students are from seven different majors and they represent a wide variety of clubs and activities on campus. The Peer Advisors enjoy working one-on-one with fellow students to provide them with a friendly working environment.
If you have any questions and would like a student perspective, head over to 140 Roberts Hall. There are eight students eagerly awaiting your visit!