Academic Mentoring Program (AMP)

In collaboration with the Searle Center for Teaching Excellence, the University Academic Advising Center (UAAC) has launched a pilot initiative called the Academic Mentoring Program (AMP).

The AMP pilot program provides academic support for undergraduates enrolled in introductory economics, statistics, and psychology courses. Mentors – fellow undergraduates who have taken and done well in the course – meet weekly with a group of students to discuss and work through questions and problems the students have about their coursework. Mentors participate in training and regular meetings with AMP staff, and provide regular feedback to faculty about their groups' progress.

Each AMP group consists of 5–7 students who are enrolled in the same course, as well as one of our Academic Mentors. The groups meet at a set time and location each week for one hour. Students are expected to attend all sessions and prepare for each session in advance. Preparation includes attending lecture and discussion sections, completing required readings, attempting assigned homework problems, and formulating questions to ask during the session.

Information for Participants
Information for Mentors

For more information about AMP, please contact us by email or at 847-491-5676.