Study Partners offers free peer tutoring to undergraduate students at Auburn University. Our goal is to promote academic excellence through peer-to-peer assistance by helping students develop the study skills necessary to succeed in their core courses and encourage them to grow as confident, self-directed learners.
What can I expect from my Study Partners tutor?
Students may expect the following from their experience with Study Partners:
- Confidentiality, Patience, and Respect;
- Knowledge about the subject area being tutored;
- A concentrated effort to aid in understanding difficult material;
- Good communication skills and help with study skill development;
- Ability to help identify learning obstacles and ways to overcome them;
- Ability to model good student behaviors
Academic Support is committed to serving all Auburn University students, and peer tutoring is designed to be a safe learning environment where all students are welcome, appreciated, and supported by their peers. In tutoring sessions, you can expect that the presence of any physical, verbal, graphic, written, or electronic representations of language, images, or behavior that create a hostile or intimidating environment will not be accepted. Additionally, insults related to ability, appearance, culture, gender, home language, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or social class will not be tolerated.
When is Study Partners peer tutoring available?
Study Partners peer tutoring is offered each semester, typically beginning two weeks into the semester and concluding before final exams. Students can schedule free, one-on-one appointments through Advise Assist (Mondays – Thursdays, 9:00am – 5:00pm, select “Study Partners Peer Tutoring” for your appointment) or through the Knack online platform/mobile app at a day and time mutually decided upon by the student and the Peer Tutor. Students are able to participate in one session per day per course, as long as a tutor is available. Learn more about scheduling options on the “Make an Appointment” page!
What students say about Study Partners:
“[My Peer Tutor] was so awesome! She is so knowledgeable on the subject and now I have a much better idea about the information for the chapter I am studying. She is so great at explaining information!”
“[The Peer Tutor] was very helpful and he made me feel more prepared for my exam. He helped me learn at my own pace and took the time to explain the material in depth.”
“I came in with very little understanding of the concepts and [the Peer Tutor] made them easy to understand and apply!”
“[My Peer Tutor] was so helpful! She asked me questions about how I learned best and gave me study advice based off of my answers. She told me about the resources and habits that helped her be successful in this course.”
Meet the Peer Tutoring Leadership Team
Allison Stadler, M.Ed.
Coordinator, Course Support
Justin Childs
Graduate Assistant, Study Partners Peer Tutoring
Sarah Helms
Tutor Mentor
Major: Actuarial Science (Minor in Business)
“Study Partners is the perfect balance between getting the help you need and the casual feel of studying with a friend.”
Gabe Lopez
Tutor Mentor
Major: Supply Chain Management
“I believe the main benefit of Study Partners is the peer-to-peer interaction. We’re students too and understand many of the challenges in each course and are happy to share our experiences and tricks to success with other students.”
Harshini Kannan
Tutor Mentor
Major: Biomedical Sciences
“I love working with Study Partners because it allows me to connect with other students and help them become more confident with course material!”
Caitlin Nugent
Tutor Mentor
Major: Actuarial Science (Minors in Aviation Management & Business)
“I am excited to serve to become a role model for other peer tutors. My Tutor Mentors were people I looked up to and I hope to do the same!”
Julia Odum
Tutor Mentor
Major: Biomedical Sciences
“I am so excited to serve as a Tutor Mentor because I’ve loved getting to know my fellow tutors and now I can help them along with the students I tutor! I have been a tutor for three semesters now, and I’m excited for the opportunity to share some things I’ve learned along the way!”
John Shefrin
Tutor Mentor
Major: Accounting and Finance
“I am excited to serve as a Tutor Mentor because I enjoy seeing other students succeed in their courses; and want to help facilitate a welcoming, positive learning environment.”
Carson Walters
Tutor Mentor
Major: Biomedical Sciences
“Students should use Study Partners because the tutoring sessions are very relaxed and the tutors are not intimidating at all. Peer tutors also have great insight on course material and test-taking strategies.”
Maddie Williams
Tutor Mentor
Major: Management
“In the last year I have developed a deep joy for coming alongside students in their academic journey and empowering them with resources to succeed. From one-time sessions to go over study tips and tricks, to weekly meetings with regulars, I enjoy it all and am so excited to hopefully help other peer tutors find even more joy and love for the work that we do.”
Faith Wix
Tutor Mentor
Major: Genetics
“I enjoy working with Study Partners because I love helping students succeed in their classes. I know some classes can be tricky and being able to pass on any tips and tricks and help a student succeed fills me with so much joy!”
Sophie Young
Tutor Mentor
Major: Anthropology
“Auburn students should use Study Partner because it is personal, one-on-one tutoring from people who have taken the class, who care about your learning, and are more than willing to help you succeed.”