Library Coaches | University of Wyoming Libraries

Library coaches Here to help you!

Library Coaches can help you with your research questions, both online or in-person. They are students like you, and are prepared to help you find quality information about a topic for your course or curiosity, find background information, or answer questions about the Libraries.

Library Coaches in Action

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Fall Hours Monday & Wednesday 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Location: First floor in Coe Library, near the Writing Center.
Desk will be open: Monday, September 11th through Friday, December 8th.
Walk-ins and appointments welcome in person. Online appointments are also available.
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MEET THE LIBRARY COACHES!

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Allison Gregory – Library Coach
Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences with minors in Honors and Drawing | Junior

I am from Pinedale, Wyoming. I'm comfortable with working with a variety of disciplines and skill levels, so please get in touch if you have any research needs!

Make an appointment with Allison

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Holden Eigenberger – Library Coach
Mechanical Engineering | Freshman

I am from Cheyenne, Wy. On top of my undergraduate in mechanical engineering I enjoy all things outdoors including hiking and fishing. Research is important so reach out for any questions or help.

Make an appointment with Holden

TIPS FOR INSTRUCTORS:

Library Coaches, part of the UW Libraries' Peer Mentor Program, are trained to answer questions about the library and teach students how to use research resources. If you have students that may benefit from library services or additional support with research assignments we encourage you to refer them to a Library Coach.

Suggested syllabus language about the program: UW Libraries’ Library Coaches can help with your research questions, understanding library resources as well as questions about utilizing the Libraries. Visit their webpage to see walk-in desk hours or to schedule an appoointment.

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Program Goals:

The University of Wyoming Libraries developed this Peer Mentor Program to provide meaningful employment opportunities that help students learn advanced research techniques, strengthen communication skills, and gain resume-building work experience. Library Coaches primarily assist undergraduate students with questions about the libraries and answer basic research questions.

Library Coaches Develop Transferable Professional and Academic Skills By:

Discovering research strategies and library resources they can use to enhance their own academic performance and lifelong pursuits.
Gaining mentoring experience, improved communication skills, and confidence by guiding fellow undergraduates.
Acquiring experience with teaching by assisting Librarians with instruction or co-leading workshops.
Assisting Librarians with advancing program goals through participation in outreach.
Making a lasting contribution to the UW Libraries and campus by representing students in discussions on improving the libraries.

Library Coaches: A Peer Mentor Program

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