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Peer Mentoring

Founded in 2008, as the first LGBTQ+ focused peer mentorship program in the state of Michigan, the GSC Peer Mentoring Program aims to support new students in their transition to college by providing an experienced student mentor. This one-on-one mentoring relationship allows new students to develop academic and leadership skills in addition to providing information on available support services and academic programs. For more information, contact [email protected].

Currently, we are recruiting peer mentees or incoming freshman and transfer students who wish to be paired with a mentor. Apply here.

Peer Mentee

Freshman, sophomore, and new transfer students for Fall 2026 can apply here to be paired with a GSC Peer Mentor.

Mentees May Be:

  • 1st year students beginning courses at OU during the Summer 2026 or Fall 2026 semester.
  • Transfer students beginning courses at OU during the Summer 2026 or Fall 2026 semester.
  • Returning OU students enrolled in Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 courses who have received no more than two semesters of mentorship from a GSC Peer Mentor.
Program Requirements:
  • Meet twice per month with your assigned GSC Peer Mentor.
  • Meet once per semester with the Coordinator of the Gender & Sexuality Center or Graduate Assistant.
  • Meet at least once a semester with your assigned Academic Advisor (FYAC or College/School Unit).
  • Comply with Gender & Sexuality Center referrals to university academic support services.
  • Remain in good standing under the OU Student Code of Conduct.
Peer Mentor

Our 2026-2027 Peer Mentor team has been hired. Recruitment for 2027-2028 GSC Peer Mentors will begin in late December of 2026. 

Qualifications:

To qualify, individuals must:

  • Be enrolled at OU full time
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Be in good disciplinary standing with the University and residence halls
  • Have 28 credits or more by Fall 2026
  • Have the ability to perform responsibly in a leadership role
  • Have solid interpersonal skills
  • Be a positive role model

Program Requirements:

  • Attend mandatory team meetings
  • Attend mandatory staff training
  • Meet twice per month with mentee
  • Meet once a month with the Coordinator or GA of the Gender & Sexuality Center
  • Attend monthly all-staff meeting
  • Represent the GSC at a variety of university events
  • Maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA

Gender and Sexuality Center (GSC)

North Foundation Hall, Room 104J
318 Meadow Brook Road
Rochester, MI 48309-4454
(location map)
(248) 370-4336
[email protected]
Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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