Library Peer Mentors
Need help with your academic studies? New and existing students are welcome to drop in or book ahead to talk with their fellow students during term. Your Library Peer Mentors have diverse backgrounds and subject expertise across UNSW faculties and schools.
The Library Peer Mentor service has wrapped up for 2024. Library Peer Mentors will be back in Term 1, 2025.
How to meet us
Where to find us
Main Library
2pm to 5pm
Monday to Thursday
Main Library Study Lounge - turn left as you enter through the Main Library entrance. Or, use the mobile directory to locate the service.
Law Library
2pm to 5pm
Monday, Tuesday to Thursday
Look out for the Library Peer Mentors sign inside the Library entrance study lounge area.
Paddington Library
1pm to 4pm
Tuesday
Look out for the Library Peer Mentors sign inside the main entrance.
Who are we
Individual hours may change at short notice.
Jordan
(he/him)
Bachelor Adv. Science (Pathology and Immunology), Biomedical Research (Pathology, HDR)
Days: Monday (Main Library)
Languages: English
"I'll do my best to help you out with navigating Science or Medical Science. Feel free to ask about studying, assignments, honours and postgraduate studies."
Jodie
(she/her)
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Product) and Commerce (Finance)
Days: Tuesday (Law Library), Wednesday (Main Library)
Languages: English
"I can help you with understanding assignments and exam preparation."
Jacob
(he/him)
Bachelor of Advanced Science
Days: Thursday (Main Library)
Languages: English
"I can help you with Biology and first year Chem, give you study tips and offer advice for seeking research opportunities as an undergraduate student. Also feel free to ask me anything regarding uni life and socialising in uni."
Danielle
(she/her)
Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Design
Days: Tuesday (Paddington Library), Wednesday (Main Library)
Languages: English
"I can help you with commerce/design related questions, study tips and general questions about uni life."
Jane
(she/her)
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Days: Thursday (Main Library)
Languages: English, Chinese (Mandarin)
"I can help with any questions related to psychology whether that be writing a research proposal, statistical calculation or just understanding the course content. I can also help with finding research opportunities, internships and applying for any scholarships."
Abena
(she/her)
Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering / Bachelor of Computer Science
Days: Tuesday (Main Library)
Languages: English, Korean (Beginner)
"I can help you with discovering useful resources, programs and extracurriculars to maximise your student employability and experience. I can also provide insights relating to engineering course content whether it be exam prep or time management."
May
(she/her)
Bachelor of Computer Engineering
Days: Wednesday (Main Library)
Languages: English, Mandarin
"I can help you out with time management, studying for Computer Science and college life."
Martin
(he/him)
Biomedical research (Pathology, HDR), Commerce (Finance)
Days: Tuesday (Law Library)
Languages: English, Vietnamese
"I can help you with your science and medical studies."
Shivani
(she/her)
Master of Construction Project Management / Master of Property and Development
Days: Monday (Law Library)
Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi
"I can help you with any questions related to construction or property and postgraduate resources. Any advice related to being a woman pursuing a degree in a male dominated industry is welcome."
Alyssa
(she/her)
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Days: Thursday (Law Library)
Languages: English
"I can help you with all things Psychology, statistics and scientific writing. Any questions about changing degrees or getting involved on campus are also welcome."
Dia
(she/her)
Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering (Honours)
Days: Tuesday (Main Library)
Languages: English, Hindi
"I can help with first year engineering subjects and assessments. I can provide tips on how to manage uni life along with extra curriculars and volunteering on campus"
Zi Yu
(he/him)
Master of Development Studies
Days: Tuesday and Wednesday (Main Library)
Languages: English, Chinese (Mandarin)
"I can help you with general advice for arts, humanities and social sciences courses and specific tips for reading course materials."
Samiksha
(she/her)
Bachelor of Design
Days: Tuesday (Paddington Library), Wednesday (Main Library)
Languages: English, Hindi
"I can help you with transitioning into university, studying abroad, study hacks, along with tips for your design journey."
Lillian
(she/her)
Master of Applied Linguistics
Days: Monday (Main Library)
Languages: English, German
"I can help you out with navigating university life, studying languages or a Linguistics related degree and how to get involved with extra curricular activities at university."
Ramsha
(she/her)
PhD Chemistry
Days: Monday (Main Library)
Languages: English, Urdu, Punjabi
"I can help you with the study and research tips related to science. Any discussion/questions related to international student life are also welcome."
Oliver
(he/him)
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
Days: Thursday (Main Library)
Languages: English
"I can provide general advice on organising yourself around university life as well as provide help with any questions related to engineering."
Here's what some students had to say about their experience with Library Peer Mentors:
"Easy to communicate and friendly people."
"The mentors are extremely patient and they provide brilliant ideas with my research and academic requirements."
"Peer mentor was amazing and helped me a lot."
"Convenient, do not have to book in advance."
"Very patient in explaining to me all the resources available at my school. It made it easier to cope with my studies."