Academic Support for Residents
PALs and Scholar in Residence
Residential Peer Academic Leaders
Responsibilities
Residential Peer Academic Leaders (PALs) live in Hamilton, Honors, and the Woods. They hold office hours and study tables for residential students to access one-on-one academic support and group study sessions and host fun events right where you live!
PALs create programs and academic initiatives that align with Residence Life's programmatic goals and the goals of collaborating Colleges. This includes bulletin boards, virtual content, community programming, and other initiatives related to each PAL's academic focus and general student success. PALs collaborate with Resident Assistants (RAs) and Residential Organizations to provide opportunities for connection and further resources.
PALs also hold weekly office hours and study tables (5 hours) in your assigned community office/lounge, advertising so students can stop by for help one-on-one or in a group setting. PALs are happy to refer students to other campus resources that may be useful, including tutoring services, the Student Success Center, and the Counseling and Wellness Center.
Office Hours & Support
Each PAL offers weekly office hours to support residential students. You can find a list of your PAL’s office hours on their office door and/or posted around your halls. Find the office locations below:
- The Hamilton PAL office is located in Hamilton 106, but you’ll find them in the Hamilton lobby during their hours!
- The Woods PAL office is located in Hawthorn Hall on the 2nd floor next to the Community Directors’ offices
- The Honors PAL office is located on the 3rd floor, right next to the building's front entrance.
PALs can support you with reviewing papers, practicing presentations, test prep, creating a time management system, preparing to register for classes, setting academic goals, and more! Stop by their office hours or email to set up a one-on-one time today!
2024—2025 PALs Staff 
- Hamilton Hall:
- Aakriti Aakriti
- Ben Kressbach
- Honors Hall:
- Katy Seas
- Shavonn Corbett-Robinson
- Woods Hall:
- Liv Baldasare
- Nathan Sheriff
Scholar in Residence
Scholar in Residence Responsibilities
The Scholar in Residence is meant to support residential Honors students, help them foster strong connections within their academic college, and create a holistic learning experience. The Scholar is Residence is expected to be a visible community leader who supports the educational mission of the University, the welfare of residents, and the goals and objectives of the Honors Studies through a partnership with Residence Life and Housing.
The Scholar in Residence holds office hours for students to visit and hosts monthly academically-driven programs for residents to attend.
Scholar in Residence Office Hours & Support
The Scholar in Residence holds 3-5 office hours each week. Their office is located in Honors Hall on the 3rd floor- right next to the main entrance of the building.
2024 - 2025 Scholar in Residence
