20 Peer Tutors Recognized for Outstanding Impact

Tutors support 610 students in over 3065 appointments

20 peer tutors were recognized for their impact on Alvernia University's student body during the 2025 fall semester at an award ceremony hosted by the Academic Success Center (ASC) ahead of winter break. The entire cohort of peer tutors supported 610 students in over 3065 appointments since May 11, 2025.

"Tutors help students maximize their learning experiences in a patient and humble way that builds students' confidence," said Director, Academic Support Services, Carla Mannix. "Tutors build justice and equity by making complex material and confusing systems accessible, truly knowledge joined with love."

The peer tutors recieved awards for number of appointments, study group attendance, feedback survery results and going above and beyond overall in their roles. Healthcare Science Major and Doctor of Physical Therapy Candidate Jack Natalino '26 DPT '29 even set the ASC record for most students tutored.

"I am incredibly grateful to have reached so many students this semester," said Natalino. "It was a pleasure meeting so many unique people and assisting them with achieving their academic goals."

Peer tutors offer a wide range of support, including in-person and online as well as individual or group sessions, supplemental instruction for challenging courses, study groups, and extended test review sessions. Students often say that a tutor made all the difference in their course performance.

"As a first-semester tutor, I am truly honored to have supported students across many areas of focus, including more than 40 writing appointments," said Kaci Schaeffer '27, psychology and philosophy major and women's and gender studies minor. "I am beyond grateful for this experience, and I cannot wait to see what next semester offers."