peer instructor criteria
We look for the following when selecting Peer Instructors:
- Students who have proven their ability to succeed academically at UK. A cumulative GPA of a 3.0 or higher preferred.
- Students who are involved on campus in multiple student organizations and can share with new students the process of getting involved on campus.
- Students who are good role models from a social standpoint. We look for students who make good decisions in regards to consumption of alcohol.
- Students with personalities that can to connect with a variety of different types of students and have a desire to mentor new students.
- Students who are enthusiastic about the University of Kentucky and the UK 101/201 experience.
faculty/staff instructor criteria
Faculty or professional staff members may teach UK 101 or UK 201; professional staff must have earned at least a master's degree to be eligible. New UK 101 and UK 201 instructors participate in a two-day training workshop in May, and returning instructors attend update meetings.
To express interest in teaching, contact Becky Jordan (rjordan@uky.edu), Associate Dean of Students. The number of instructor openings varies from year to year.
