Peer Advising Leaders
What is a PAL?
Peer Advising Leaders (PALs) are trained 51³Ô¹ÏÍø undergraduates—typically juniors or seniors—who support students within the centralized University Advising model. Working in the University Advising hubs and under the supervision of professional advisors, PALs provide peer-to-peer support by answering questions, helping with appointment scheduling and referrals, assisting during Orientation and registration periods, and connecting students to campus resources. They draw on their experience and training to help first-year students navigate their first semester and beyond.
What does a PAL do?
- Assist with academic-related outreach and projects.
- Assist students with using visual scheduler builder and GPS.
- Provide information on program requirements, curriculum, policies, and procedures. 
- Maintain awareness of: 
- Current course offerings  
- Major, academic, and general requirements 
- Campus and college deadlines 
- Serve as advocates. 
- Maintain accurate records through KSU Navigate.  
- Serve as liaison between administration, personnel, faculty, students, and staff in resolving academic advising concerns or problems; referring students as needed. 
- Convey student concerns/issues to supervisor or other staff, as appropriate. 
- Participate and meet regularly with other peer advisors, make recommendations for improvements, discuss advising issues, and receive further training as necessary. 
- Assist undergraduates on major selection, scheduling classes, resources, and referrals.
Feel free to drop in and meet with a PAL:
Drop-in Hours: Monday-Thursday: 10am-6pm
Center for Undergraduate Excellence - Room 109
What can a PAL do for you?
Being a new college student has its challenges. Peer Advising Leaders can help answer questions, relieve some confusion about courses and majors, and relate with you about the stresses of being a new college student.