Division of Academic Success and Student Affairs

LEAD 312: Peer Leader Practicum

The Division of Academic Success and Student Support (DASSA) has partnered with the Staley School of Leadership Studies to present the LEAD 312: Peer Leader Practicum (3-credit hours) class for Peer Leader Programs at K-State. The purpose of this class is to:

  • Train participants to become effective peer leaders
  • Develop participants’ critical thinking and communication skills to promote academic success, career readiness, and personal well-being among peers.
  • Equip participants with practical strategies to support and guide their peers through challenges.
  • Foster leadership qualities that enhance campus engagement and strengthen community connections.

Through interactive training and practical strategies, participants will learn to enhance their critical thinking and communication skills, ultimately promoting academic preparedness, career readiness, and mental well-being among their peers

Class content

  • Building Effective Peer Relationships: Teach Peer Leaders how to foster meaningful, supportive relationships with their mentees and peers.
  • Facilitating Group Dynamics and Engagement: Equip Peer Leaders to lead small group discussions, individual interactions and activities that encourage participation and interaction.
  • Develop Leadership and Role Modeling: Prepare Peer Leaders to become role models by demonstrating responsibility, integrity, and respect in their daily interactions.
  • Problem-Solving and Resource Navigation: Train Peer Leaders to identify mentee needs and provide appropriate support by teaching effective problem-solving strategies.

What We Do:

  • Weekly Content: Curated resources for Peer Leaders to foster belonging and provide personalized support in small group or individual settings.
  • Facilitation Guides: Discipline-specific guides to enhance Peer Leader’s effectiveness.
  • Resource Toolkits: Tailored toolkits with articles, worksheets, and activities to help address mentee concerns and promote growth.
  • Training Workshops: Interactive sessions on essential Leadership skills, including conflict resolution and active listening, to support diverse student populations.

Class Structure:

  • 3-Credit Hour Class
  • Spring semester 2025: Mondays at 3:30-5:00pm
  • 14 Classes for the Semester
  • Tuition fees: In-state: $1146.57 & Out-of-state: $2881.26 (based on Fall 2024)

For more information on this class or to learn more about how this class can be offered to your peer leader program, please contact Zanete Malan or Tamara Bauer.

Lead 312 Overview PDF