Meet Your Library Coaches
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.
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 schedule an appointment.
