Peer Success Leaders
The Peer Success Leaders (PSL) program empowers UNMC students to thrive academically, professionally, and personally through the following six key areas, and more!
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Time Management: Plan smart. Stay focused. Stress less.
Balance academics, work, and life with tools and strategies that help you prioritize, stay organized, and reduce stress. -
Communication: Connect clearly. Listen Actively. Build strong relationships.
Strengthen your connections with peers, faculty, staff, and professionals by learning effective communication, from email etiquette to active listening. -
Study Strategies: Study smart. Prep with purpose. Stay ahead.
Use proven techniques to retain information, manage your workload, and prepare for exams with confidence. -
Wellness: Support your mind, body, and sense of belonging.
Create healthy habits that fuel your success, from mindfulness and movement to nutrition, sleep, and community support. -
Career Readiness: Shape your future. Plan ahead. Build confidence. Be ready for what’s next.
Get practical support as you prepare to take your next step beyond UNMC. Be ready for what’s ahead in your career. -
Campus Connections: Get connected. Thrive at UNMC.
Join student organizations, attend events, and tap into support services that help you grow academically, socially, and professionally.
Connect with a Peer Success Leader (PSL)
- Flexible Scheduling: Sessions are set up based on mutual availability.
- Sessions are offered via Zoom. In-person sessions are based on PSL’s availability
- Use the button below to choose a PSL and schedule a time to meet.
- Or, contact us at academicsuccess@unmc.edu.
“PSL creates a critical space for students to connect with peers, identify areas for growth and strategize goals, and ask questions key to their success not just as a student but also as a whole person.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Sessions are flexible and tailored to your academic, professional, or personal goals. They can range from a quick email exchange to a one-on-one conversation lasting up to 45 minutes.
Most sessions are held via Zoom, with in-person options available on select UNMC campuses depending on PSL availability.
PSLs are current UNMC students, trained by the Office of Academic Success (OAS), who are here to support you throughout your journey at UNMC.
- Browse the PSL Profiles to get to know your peer support team and connect directly.
- Need help getting started? Email academicsuccess@unmc.edu, and the OAS team will match you with a PSL based on your needs.
Consistency matters. Research shows students benefit most from regular check-ins with a mentor.
- All UNMC students are eligible to connect with a PSL weekly while enrolled.
- Sessions can be a quick email or a 45-minute personalized conversation; whatever fits your needs.
- If one session gives you what you need, that’s great! But you’re always welcome to connect again when new questions come up.
