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University 101 Programs

Peer Leader +

The Peer Leader + program is an opportunity for University 101 Peer Leaders to provide support, information about events, and university resources to their Fall UNIV101 sections. 

 

Who Serves as a Peer Leader +

All 2024 University 101 Peer Leaders who were also students at the University of South Carolina in spring 2025 were eligible to serve in the Peer Leader + role.  

Goals

The goals of extending the U101 Peer Leader role into the spring semester are to increase first-year students': 

  • Sense of belonging
  • Awareness and utilization of campus resources
  • Confidence and preparation as they enter the second year

Requirements

In this role, the Peer Leader + will:

  • Conduct 1-1 Meetings during the spring semester with their current U101 students
  • Engage with their class through GroupMe or another communication channel
  • Host a reunion meal/event (paid for by U101)

Benefits

In addition to the continued impact peer leaders will have on their U101 students, peer leaders serving in this role also receive $500 throughout the spring semester. 

 

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