Peer-assisted Student Success (PASS) Mentoring Program
The PASS Mentoring Program matches first- and second-year students with peer mentors who can help with managing academics, adjusting to campus life, getting involved and more.
Mentors are juniors and seniors who have experience navigating life as a Great Dane and want to help their peers explore all that UAlbany has to offer.
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Request a PASS Mentor
To request a mentor, you must:
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Have freshman or sophomore class standing
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Connect with your mentor weekly
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Commit to the program for at least one semester
Contact the PASS Mentoring Program at 518-442-3943 or [email protected] with any questions. Our offices are located on the third floor of the Taconic Building.
Become a PASS Mentor
To be become a mentor, you must:
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Have junior or senior class standing
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Have at least a 2.75 cumulative grade point average (GPA)
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Be available for at least three to five hours per week for one semester
Mentors are trained by the Office of Academic Progression & Success and receive RSSW course credit through UAlbany’s Community & Public Service Program.
Apply to become a PASS Mentor.
Contact the PASS Mentoring Program at 518-442-3943 or [email protected] with any questions. Our offices are located on the third floor of the Taconic Building.
Academic Success Coaching
Academic Success Coaches work with students one-on-one to provide support, and success strategies for their courses. Success Coaches collaborate with academic departments to ensure students are equipped with the skills and resources they need to reach their goals.
Once you request a coach, we’ll schedule you for an initial consultation. Some students come in just for one session and others work with a coach long-term. Together, we’ll work out a plan that fits your needs.
Students who participate in Academic Success Coaching can benefit from the following services:
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Improve Your Grades & Study Skills: Discover strategies to better prepare for upcoming coursework and discuss ways to raise and then maintain your grade point average.
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Connect with Campus Resources: Find the right resources for you and your needs, while strengthening your networking abilities.
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Tackle Academic Barriers: Explore your unique strengths and weaknesses, acknowledge the challenges you’re facing in and out of the classroom and identify factors affecting your academic performance.
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Boost Your Time Management & Organization: Consider how you’re spending your time and learn how to establish daily routines. Learn helpful tips, access supplies and resources, and prioritize your responsibilities.
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