Peer Support

University study can be quite a challenge, whether you are on-campus or off-campus, a recent school leaver or coming after some time in the workforce. The tUNEinand tUNEin@distance peer support programs provide support and encouragement to first year students to assist them to make a successful transition to university study.

The tUNEin peer support program links new internal students with a senior student enrolled in a similar degree program.

The tUNEin@distance peer support program links new external students with graduates of UNE from the same faculty of study and, if possible, living in similar geographical locations.

Supporters can help new students to understand university expectations, structure their own study and can refer students to relevant support services.

Contact the ASO on 02 6773 3600 or visit our website www.une.edu.au/aso and click on the Peer Support.

About peer mentoring

The tUNEin peer support program involves linking senior students with a small group of first-year students enrolled in the same or similar degree. Linking takes place attUNEin meet and greet functions during O-week.

The tUNEin peer supporters provide support and encouragement to first-year students, particularly those living in town, to assist them to make a successful transition to university study.

University study and life is very different to high school, and different also from the workplace. It’s sometimes hard for new students to work out what’s expected, how they’re going to cope with structuring their own study, and to find out who to go to for guidance.

tUNEin peer supporters are there to assist and encourage new students to find their way through those early stages of university life. This may involve listening, sharing their own experiences, or encouraging students to make use of appropriate campus services.

The tUNEin peer support program is coordinated through the Academic Skills Office (ASO).

Become a supporter

tUNEin peer supporters gain increased confidence, communication skills, meet new and interesting people, and earn New England Award points. If you’d like to participate in this rewarding program please  the Academic Skills Office website and click on the ‘Peer Support’ or call 02 6773 3600.

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