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Peer Academic Coaching

Academic coaching is one-on-one individualized assistance available to all students at any point in their academic career. Peer Academic Coaches (PACs) are fellow Illinois State students who receive training on supporting their peers through the academic and personal challenges that college students face.

Peer Academic Coaches can help you develop and refine your academic skills, set (and achieve) your own goals, and design personalized strategies for academic success. They function as guides, listeners, and accountability partners not as tutors, academic advisors, or counselors.

Ready to get started? Select your PAC and make your appointment!

If you’re unsure who to choose or have questions about peer academic coaching, contact Lisa Lawless

Peer Academic Coaches assist with:

  • Communicating with faculty
  • Goal setting
  • Manage large projects or papers
  • Motivation and procrastination
  • Note-taking strategies
  • Organization
  • Study strategies
  • Test preparation
  • Textbook reading
  • Time management & prioritization
  • Using your resources

Peer Academic Coaches

  • Peer Academic Coach Andrew F.

    Andrew F.

    Exercise Science

    I'm passionate about helping my peers attain their academic goals and reach their full potential!

    Schedule an Appointment

  • Peer Academic Coach Ignacio G.

    Ignacio G.

    Spanish Education

    Accountability is important in college, so being able to create that kind of environment is a reason why I like PAC.

    Schedule an Appointment

  • Peer Academic Coach Erin V.

    Erin V.

    Recreational Therapy/Pre-Physical Therapy

    I enjoy being able to connect with students all across campus and help them learn how to figure out the correct skills needed for them to succeed in their college academic career!

    Schedule an Appointment

  • Peer Academic Coach Justin M.

    Justin M.

    Elementary Education

    I love being a PAC because I just love interacting with people and while I never have all the answers, I find great joy in collaborating with others to find the best way to achieve a goal.

    Schedule an Appointment

  • Peer Academic Coach Natalie V.

    Natalie V.

    Communications: Organizational and Leadership

    I enjoy working with students and being able to make their college experience better.

    Schedule an Appointment

  • Peer Academic Coach Emma C.

    Emma C.

    Human Development and Family Science

    I love being a PAC because I am passionate about helping students reach their academic goals!

    Schedule an Appointment

  • Peer Academic Coach Abbey H.

    Abbey H.

    Exercise Science

    I love helping students on an individual level to help them reach their greatest academic potential!

    Schedule an Appointment

  • Peer Academic Coach Jessica K.

    Jessica K.

    Business Administration

    I like Peer Academic Coaching because as a student myself, I enjoy being able to help my fellow students succeed academically.

    Schedule an Appointment

  • Peer Academic Coach Jessica W.

    Jessica W.

    English Studies Major
    Political Science Major

    I love peer academic coaching because I love helping students recognize their own strengths and learn how to utilize them.

    Schedule an Appointment

  • Peer Academic Coach Morgan S.

    Morgan S.

    Graduate Students Only

    Master of Social Work

    Schedule an Appointment

Additional Resources

  • Coaching Drop-Ins

    Don't have an appointment? No problem! Drop-in and chat with a Peer Academic Coach:

  • Faculty/Staff Referral

    Faculty and staff members can refer a student for peer academic coaching by submitting the form below. A staff member will contact the student to arrange their initial intake appointment.

    Questions about the peer academic coaching program can be submitted to Lisa Lawless.

    Faculty/Staff Referral
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