Learning Assistant Program

The Learning Assistant (LA) Program hires undergraduate students to collaborate with faculty mentors with the overall goals of transforming classes to be more interactive and enhancing student success.

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For Students

Learning Assistants (LAs) are pedagogically trained undergraduate students who collaborate with faculty to create active, student-centered classrooms. As part of their role, LAs take a credit-bearing pedagogy course.

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For Faculty

The LA program focuses on providing professional growth to Learning Assistants through a mentor-mentee model, where faculty mentors guide LAs in developing their teaching skills, engaging students, and enhancing the overall learning experience.

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“Leading small groups and explaining complex concepts has strengthened my communication and leadership skills, making me more confident in taking initiative.”

“Being a Learning Assistant significantly improved my public speaking and presentation skills, especially through leading large exam review sessions.”

“Serving as a Learning Assistant pushed me to master concepts deeply enough to explain them clearly, strengthening my foundation and making me a more reflective student in advanced courses.”

“Being a Learning Assistant showed me how meaningful teaching can be and inspired me to pursue higher levels of academia.”