What can a Peer Academic Coach do for you?
Peer Academic Coaches (PACs) are peers who provide one-on-one consultations that focus on developing successful academic skills and habits. Consultation topics include:
- Time management
- Study skills and test preparation
- Note taking and reading strategies
- Academic goal-setting
- Organizing your college life
How do I Connect With a Peer Academic Coach?
Peer Academic Coaches are available by appointment during the spring semester!
If you are not able to find a time that fits your schedule, please email academicsupport@boisestate.edu for more information.
Peer Academic Coaching Frequently Asked Questions
How Does Peer Academic Coaching Work?
What does a typical appointment look like?
Appointments are welcoming and casual! After coming to Room 109C in Albertsons Library, you’ll meet the PAC you made an appointment with! The PAC will usually start by asking you why you wanted to meet, and then offer some solutions or an alternate perspective. Appointments are solution based, but they also meet you where you are at! PACs are not here to make sure that you are the perfect student, but instead want to help you accomplish what you want to at Boise State.
Can a PAC provide subject-specific tutoring?
No, Peer Academic Coaches provide general academic support, rather than subject-specific support. You can find different types of tutoring and subject specific help on AASC’s Academic Support Services website.Â
If you have additional questions about where or how to find help, you can email academicsupport@boisestate.edu or meet with a PAC to help you find available tutoring services and assist you with connecting with your instructor during their office hours.
What do I need to prepare for my appointment?
Nothing! If you want to feel more prepared, you can write specific questions you have for your PAC or reflect on what goals you have for your appointment.
My appointment time is 60 minutes. Do I have to stay for the whole hour?
No, but you are welcome to use the full hour! Most appointments are 20-30 minutes and can be as short as you need.
Peer Academic Coaching or Academic Advising?
I have questions about my academic progress, can I meet with a PAC about what classes to take?
No. Peer Academic Coaches provide support related to general academic skills like time management, organization, and study strategies. They are here to help you tackle the work you do in your classes, but do not advise students on which courses to take.
Please make an appointment with your assigned Academic Advisor to discuss your degree plan and academic progress.
Will meeting with a PAC get rid of my Required Advising (RAD) Hold?
Required Advising (RAD) Holds can only be removed by your Academic Advisor. During your first semester, please make your Required Advising appointment with your assigned Academic Advisor or College Advising office.
(Our PACs would suggest making your RAD appointment at your first opportunity!)
Is it free to meet with a PAC?
YES!
Meeting with a PAC is free for all students enrolled at Boise State.
Additional Resources
Can I use PAC resources without making an appointment?
Yes! Physical copies of Academic Support resources – including handouts, step-by-step guides, and study tools – are available without an appointment.
Stop by ALBR 109C in Albertsons Library and grab them from the handout spinner outside the door. Or you can find additional resources in the file stands of the Bronco Learning Commons in Albertsons Library.
Information for Instructors
As an instructor, can I require students to meet with a Peer Academic Coach?
No. Instead we encourage you to recommend that students make an appointment with a PAC by sending them to this webpage.
At this time we do not have the capacity to support large groups of students with a requirement to meet with a PAC. Additionally, when students are required to participate in coaching, they often view the appointment as a punitive checkbox that needs to be completed and are not invested in the outcomes. Therefore, you can always recommend students meet with a PAC but it cannot be a requirement.
Can PACs come to my classroom?
Absolutely! PACs are available to provide short workshops in your class upon request.
Please use our Classroom Request Form to make an official request and view interactive topics that PACs can deliver to your students.
Meet our Peer Academic Coaches
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Camille Wilcox
Peer Academic Coach
Hello, My name is Camille, I am a senior in the theatre arts program and dance minor! I dance with a local dance crew and love teaching dance when I get the chance! I love the arts and am very passionate about time management, organization and the creative process! I am from the Meridian area and love spending time with my family and friends. I have found it super important to balance school, creative endeavors and social life. While the arts are where I thrive, I am excited to help students of any major with their academic goals!
ALBR 109CHello, My name is Camille, I am a senior in the theatre arts program and dance minor! I dance with a local dance crew and love teaching dance when I get the chance! I love the arts and am very passionate about time management, organization and the creative process! I am from the Meridian area and love spending time with my family and friends. I have found it super important to balance school, creative endeavors and social life. While the arts are where I thrive, I am excited to help students of any major with their academic goals!
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Riley Suckling
Peer Academic Coach
Hello! My name is Riley and I am a junior majoring in Accounting with a minor in Film and Television Arts. I am from Colorado Springs, Colorado but love exploring Boise and all it has to offer. In the past year I studied abroad in Turin, Italy with the USAC program. On campus I enjoy spending time with friends, visiting the REC center, and going to football and basketball games. Outside of school I love to read, watch movies and tv shows, hike, and travel. As a peer academic coach I love to focus on organization and time management skills, but I would be happy to help with any academic goals!
ALBR 109CHello! My name is Riley and I am a junior majoring in Accounting with a minor in Film and Television Arts. I am from Colorado Springs, Colorado but love exploring Boise and all it has to offer. In the past year I studied abroad in Turin, Italy with the USAC program. On campus I enjoy spending time with friends, visiting the REC center, and going to football and basketball games. Outside of school I love to read, watch movies and tv shows, hike, and travel. As a peer academic coach I love to focus on organization and time management skills, but I would be happy to help with any academic goals!
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Abbie Richards
Peer Academic Coach
Hi there! My name is Abbie Richards, and I’m a junior here at BSU. I want to be a physical therapist, so I’m majoring in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Rehabilitation Science. In my free time, I love martial arts, baking, playing piano, and working with kids as a martial arts instructor! I also love hanging out with my friends/family and my dog, Daisy. Some of my biggest strengths are creating systems for time management, organization, and studying, though I’m excited to support you in any way I can!
ALBR 109CHi there! My name is Abbie Richards, and I’m a junior here at BSU. I want to be a physical therapist, so I’m majoring in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Rehabilitation Science. In my free time, I love martial arts, baking, playing piano, and working with kids as a martial arts instructor! I also love hanging out with my friends/family and my dog, Daisy. Some of my biggest strengths are creating systems for time management, organization, and studying, though I’m excited to support you in any way I can!
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Allie Hampton
Peer Academic Coach
Hi! My name is Allie and I am a Senior majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies. My disciplines are English Literature, Communication, Creative Writing, and Environmental Studies. I am from Meridian, ID and at Boise State, I am the President for the Talkin’ Broncos Speech and Debate team! Otherwise, I love to read, knit, and spend time with my friends and family! Since I have a lot of areas of study, I have strengths in many different study tactics, as well as tips for building successful study habits. I also specialize in time management skills, and am happy to work with you about any academic needs!
ALBR 109CHi! My name is Allie and I am a Senior majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies. My disciplines are English Literature, Communication, Creative Writing, and Environmental Studies. I am from Meridian, ID and at Boise State, I am the President for the Talkin’ Broncos Speech and Debate team! Otherwise, I love to read, knit, and spend time with my friends and family! Since I have a lot of areas of study, I have strengths in many different study tactics, as well as tips for building successful study habits. I also specialize in time management skills, and am happy to work with you about any academic needs!
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Jackson Drown
Peer Academic Coach
Hi everyone! My name is Jackson and I am a second year graduate student pursuing a master’s in Mathematics with an emphasis in Education. During my time in undergrad at Boise State, I studied Mathematics, Computer Science, and Spanish and worked as a Learning Assistant supporting math, physics, and computer science courses. In my time away from school, I love playing video games with my friends, running, reading, and being mediocre at watersports. I’m looking forward to continuing to connect with students while assisting them as a PAC!
ALBR 109CHi everyone! My name is Jackson and I am a second year graduate student pursuing a master’s in Mathematics with an emphasis in Education. During my time in undergrad at Boise State, I studied Mathematics, Computer Science, and Spanish and worked as a Learning Assistant supporting math, physics, and computer science courses. In my time away from school, I love playing video games with my friends, running, reading, and being mediocre at watersports. I’m looking forward to continuing to connect with students while assisting them as a PAC!