Peer Tutoring
The Peer Tutoring program provides collaborative support for undergraduate students desiring assistance with lower-division course content or general study skills. Peer tutors work directly with students in small groups and one-on-one settings under the supervision of a Specialist.
There is no need to make appointments. Access to tutors will be on a first-come first-served basis. To view the tutoring schedule please click here. All our peer tutors are committed to promoting independent, active learning among the students they assist.
Our peer tutors are a select group of students chosen for their ability to assist students both academically and interpersonally. Peer tutors must have a minimum cumulative GPA of a 3.0 and a grade of B+ or higher in each course being tutored. In addition, each tutor must be recommended by a professor.
All tutors are required to attend training sessions conducted by the SLSC staff.
If you are interested to join our team of peer tutors, click on Guidelines for Tutors to learn more about the peer tutor position. To apply for this position, click on Tutor Application Form.
The peer tutor-training program is ongoing and mandatory for all tutors. Newly hired tutors must attend a one-hour training, “Introduction to Tutoring,” before they start their work. After that, they have to go through 10 hours of intensive training and complete 50 hours of actual tutoring in order to be certified by the National Tutoring Association (NTA) . Additional tutor training sessions will be offered throughout the academic year.
Tutors are obligated to abide by the NTA Code of Conduct.
- Tutoring sessions are not a substitute for classes. Instead, students will review and improve their understanding of course material, as well as develop better study skills and strategies during tutoring sessions.
- Tutoring services are drop-in. Students do not need to make tutoring appointments, and access to tutors will be first-come first-served.
- Tutoring sessions range from 15-60 minutes. After a 60-minute tutoring session, waiting students have priority.
- Tutees are responsible for completing their own assignments. Tutors will not be blamed for students’ failures.
- Tutees are expected to come to tutoring sessions prepared. They should attend classes, take notes, attempt homework, and prepare specific questions for each session.
Each semester, the Section of Academic Support nominates a tutor for outstanding service and dedication to the position. The selection criteria may include but not limited to: deep understanding of the job responsibilities, motivation, enthusiasm, understanding the academic needs of students, student feedback and evaluation, punctuality, and accepting additional responsibilities.
Peer Tutor of Semester Award
Tutor Name | Semester | College |
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Missbah Hanif Baji | Fall 2014 | College of Arts and Sciences |
Mojahid Grande Bangon | Fall 2014 | College of Business and Economics |
Noha Soliman El-Sakrmy | Spring 2014 | College of Pharmacy |
Mohammad Nawras Abdulrahman | Spring 2014 | College of Engineering |
Mouna Bint Baba Said Ahmed | Fall 2013 | College of Arts and Sciences |
Othman Shukri Abulaban | Fall 2013 | College of Engineering |
Sana Iftikhar khan | Spring 2013 | College of Arts and Sciences |
Abdul Quddoos Abdul Basith | Spring 2013 | College of Business and Economics |
Abdallhi Mohamed Almukhtar | Fall 2012 | College of Engineering |
Farasha Veettilayil | Fall 2012 | College of Business & Economics |
Fadi Sharafedin | Spring 2012 | College of Engineering |
Muyassar Walid Al-Natsheh | Fall 2011 | College of Business & Economics |
Basma Yahia | Spring 2011 | College of Business & Economics |
Fatimah Ahmed A. Elshaikh | Fall 2010 | College of Arts and Science |
Sejadalija Huskic | Spring 2010 | College of Business & Economics |
Salma Hayder Ahmed | Fall 2009 | College of Pharmacy |
Safa'a Abdul-Salam Al-aamri | Spring 2009 | College of Business & Economics |
Elma Atic | Spring 2009 | College of Arts and Science |
Safrina Latheef K.P. | Fall 2008 | College of Business & Economics |
Outstanding Service Award
Tutor Name | Semester | College |
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Amenah Yousef Khaledi | Fall 2014 | College of Business and Economics |
Yousra Rahmaha Hussein Emam | Spring 2014 | College of Business and Economics |
Wigdan Mohamed Ahmed | Fall 2013 | College of Engineering |
Hind Tarek El Saleh | Spring 2013 | College of Arts and Sciences |
Amna Abdulameer Yusuf | Fall 2012 | College of Arts and Sciences |
Masba Obaid | Spring 2012 | College of Arts and Sciences |
Basma Yahia | Fall 2011 | College of Business and Economics |