Becoming a TAP peer ally is a great opportunity for established transfer students to give back to the transfer community. On top of gaining leadership and mentorship experience and professional development, you’ll also receive a stipend of $1,000 for the academic year.

Eligibility Criteria: 

All TAP peer allies must: 
  • Have entered UML as a transfer student with at least 12 credits earned at another institution. 
  • Be enrolled as an undergraduate student in satisfactory academic standing with a cumulative (overall) GPA of 3.0 or higher. 

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Guide new transfer students by being a consistent source of outreach and support. 
  • Inform new students about networking opportunities, campus involvement and transfer student events.
  • Share your knowledge about academic supports, financial resources, career opportunities and more.
  • Must attend all TAP trainings and events during the academic year (initial mentor training, welcome events, debrief sessions and more). 
  • Nurture a welcoming atmosphere through participation and inclusion with your mentees through periodic contact. 
  • Assist in the organization and implementing of TAP events (as needed). 
  • Represent UMass Lowell in a professional manner during all interactions with new transfer students.
If interested, please contact us at TAP@uml.edu.