Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center
A Division of Undergraduate Education and Student Success
What is Peer Academic Coaching?
Academic Coaching is a series of 1:1 meetings designed to enhance your learning experiences and academic well-being. Peer coaches help you to identify, develop, and implement effective strategies that support your academic goals at UO. You can meet regularly with a peer coach for individualized support or schedule a one-time appointment about specific topics.
Some common coaching topics include:
- Starting the quarter off successfully
- Effective study strategies (note-making, reading strategies, active studying, etc.)
- Time management and planning
- Improving and maintaining motivation and willpower
- Adjusting to campus
- Building focus and concentration
- Planning for tests and final exams
- Communication in college (emailing faculty, utilizing office hours, etc.)
Coaching appointments are individualized, so discussions focus on your unique experiences, perspectives, and personal goals. The aim of coaching is to help you reach your full potential.
We can’t wait to meet you!
How can Academic Coaching help me?
Set Goals
Identify exactly what you want to accomplish.
Take Action
Create a plan of action to achieve your goals.
Learn Effective Study Strategies
Discover new, research-supported strategies.
Stay Accountable
Time Management
Learn ways to balance your life in and out of the classroom.
Find Campus Resources
Explore resources that can support your academic and personal goals.
How can I make an appointment with an academic coach?
To schedule an appointment:
- Log in to Navigate with your Duck ID
- Click “Schedule an Appointment” blue button
- Choose “Tutoring and Academic Support”
- Choose “Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center (Knight Library)”
- Choose “Peer Academic Coaching”
- Choose a time (use arrows for next week) and Location (In-Person or Remote)
- Enter a phone number and comments
You can also click on the individual scheduling link for each PAC. Find the links in their bios below!
Meet our Team!
Emily Andrade-Gonzalez
She/Her/Hers
About Emily
Hi! My name is Emily. My pronouns are she/her. I’m majoring in Global Studies and Spanish with minors in Legal Studies and Latinx Studies. I plan to attend Law School with the goal of becoming an immigration lawyer. Outside of school, I love spending time outdoors, going on hikes and travelling as much as I can. As a first-generation student, I’ve come to know firsthand just how overwhelming and confusing adjusting to college life can be. In part, that’s why I’m excited to be in this position where I can help others in any way I can. So, please don’t hesitate to reach out 🙂
Make an appointment with Emily.
Kailey Furino
She/Her/Hers
About Kailey
Hi! My name is Kailey, I use she/her pronouns! I am from the beautiful Portland area, and a second-year majoring in education foundations with minors in special education and nonprofit management. My career goal is to be an elementary school teacher one day and plan to go through the UO Teach program. When I am not studying or in class, I love to paddleboard on the river, hike to waterfalls, have dance parties and travel. I am excited about meeting you so do not hesitate to make an appointment with me!
Make an appointment with Kailey.
Monica Gonzalez
She/Her/Hers
About Monica
My name is Monica Gonzalez, my pronouns are she/her. I am a 4th-year student at the University of Oregon majoring in educational foundations and minoring in special education and interdisciplinary cognitive studies. This will be my 3rd-year as a peer academic coach, and I am excited for this upcoming year! Fun facts about me: I am from The Dalles Oregon, enjoy baking in my spare time, and I collect snow globes from the places I have traveled! In my picture, I was in Seattle, Washington! Yes, I do have a snow globe from there 🙂
Make an appointment with Monica.
Patrick Henslee
He/Him/His
About Patrick
Hi! My name is Patrick (he/him), and I’m a transfer student from Central California with a junior standing at UO. I’m majoring in English, minoring in Comparative Literature, and plan for a future in community college education. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, reading, dreaming about actually writing, watching movies, practicing bass guitar, or doing a list of outdoor activities too long for this already-too-long blurb. I’m always interested in connecting with new folks, so don’t hesitate to reach out for a meeting!
Make an appointment with Patrick.
Lucie Nortman
She/Her/Hers
About Lucie
Hello! My name is Lucie (she/her). I am a fourth-year student majoring in Communication Disorders and Sciences. My goal is to go to grad school to become a speech pathologist. I transferred to UO last year, so I know a bit about the both fantastic and overwhelming experience of coming to a new place as a transfer. When I’m not in class or doing homework, I love to read, play music, stress-bake, be with my family (and cats!), explore outside, and craft. I am excited for the coming year. Please reach out, I look forward to getting to know you!
Make an appointment with Lucie.
Peter Weisel
He/Him/His
About Peter
Hi there, my name is Peter Weisel (he/him)! I am a 4th year biology major and biochemistry minor from Orange County, CA. In the future, I plan on working as a bioinformatician to research new cancer therapeutics via computational pipelines. In my free time, I love baking muffins, walking through farmers markets, playing with cats, and volunteering for local organizations. Please feel free to reach out or schedule an appointment, I look forward to meeting you!
Make an appointment with Peter.
Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center
1501 Kincaid St
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403
Office: Knight Library, 4th Floor
P: 541-346-3226
engage@uoregon.edu