Peer Advisors

Peer Advisors are former study abroad program participants who have “been there done that”. They can tell you about their experiences, answer questions about study abroad in general, and help you find the information you need in the library. Peer Advisors may also conduct general information sessions, make class presentations, and assist with events such as the annual International Opportunities Fair or Summer Orientation.

These positions are unpaid. However, students with work/study funds may use those funds to receive pay for their work as Peer Advisors.  If you are interested in becoming a Study Abroad Peer Advisor, please contact Linda Wiges at linda.wiges@uni.edu  or 273-7078. Students interested in applying will be asked to submit the following: 

Application Form - Available from 59 Baker Hall and must be picked up in person.
Statement of Purpose - A letter explaining the reasons why you would like to become a peer advisor, your past experience in studying abroad, your strengths, and the contributions you will make to students and the study abroad office.
Resume 
Letter of Support - from a professor, advisor or former supervisor who knows you well. 

Fall 2005 Peer Advisors

Mark Foster
Study Abroad Peer Advisor
Hometown: Traer, IA
Major: Psychology
Expected Graduation: May 2007

"Studying Abroad has definitely been one of the defining experiences of my college years. In terms of truly discovering what this world has to offer, there is nothing that compares for living in
another country. It shaped me in ways I never expected, and is something that will probably influence me for the rest of my life.  UNI has amazing overseas opportunities- come check them out!"

Katie Erickson
Study Abroad intern/Peer Advisor
Hometown: Des Moines, IA
Major: MAE: Student Affairs
Expected Graduation: May 2007

"I participated in the Regent's semester in Wales in Fall 2002. Studying Abroad opened up my mind to new possibilities and helped me figure out what I wanted to do with my life. Since studying abroad, I've traveled to 17 different countries in three continents. Everyone should experience studying abroad and should take advantage of all the international opportunities UNI has to offer."

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