PEER & WISE Resources and Services
Resources Geared for STEM Majors
Elevate Your Academic Success
Our program gives access to study groups, tutoring sessions, and academic mentors - helping you feel more confident, better prepared, and more connected to the Clemson community than trying to navigate your STEM journey alone.⇢
Thriving in Foundational STEM Classes
Ace Your Exams with Practice Materials
Struggling with tough courses? Get the edge you need with our Practice Exam Library.
PEER & WISE now offers comprehensive study materials designed specifically for challenging STEM courses. Access previous exams, problem sets, and study guides that have helped countless students transform Cs into As. These resources are available in our office and monitored by our supportive staff to ensure everyone benefits fairly.
Location: 158 Freeman Hall
Phone: (864) 656-0976
Email: roach6@clemson.edu
Expert Tutoring When You Need It
Stuck on a difficult problem set? Our tutoring services run Sunday through Thursday in the evenings in Freeman Hall, starting on the first Monday of Fall and Spring classes. Our qualified peer tutors can help you master challenging concepts in a supportive environment (Tutoring services pause during school holidays, including spring break week).
Don't wait until you're falling behind—PEER & WISE resources are designed to help you stay ahead!
Location: Freeman 102
When: Sunday through Thursday from 7–10 pm
Closed for university holidays and spring break
Your Campus Hub: PEER & WISE Spaces
PEER & WISE offers convenient study and gathering places in a central location close to Cooper Library. Here you can access STEM resources, connect with alumni, explore scholarship opportunities, relax with peers, or gather for larger events.
Your Home Away From Home: The Student Lounge
Need a place to recharge between classes? The PEER & WISE lounge in Freeman Hall (just steps from Cooper Library) is your perfect campus hub. This welcoming space offers the following:
- Major-specific information for all science and engineering disciplines
- Resource books and journals when you need quick references
- Connections to alumni who've walked in your shoes
- Up-to-date scholarship opportunities
- Faculty directory to help you build relationships with potential mentors
Whether you're cramming for an exam, meeting friends, or simply need a comfortable spot to decompress, our lounge has you covered. Join us in Freeman 158.
Book Your Perfect Study Space
Finding a distraction-free zone during midterms shouldn't be a struggle. PEER & WISE offers several reservable spaces to fit your needs:
- Conference Room: Perfect for group projects with space for up to 8 people, equipped for teleconferencing
- Office Area: Quieter environment ideal for focused individual study
- Annex: Need to accommodate your entire study group? This space fits up to 75 people for review sessions or larger collaborative projects.
Reserve your ideal space today, and stop struggling to find tables at the library!
Student Mentoring: Your Guide to Success
Navigating your first year in engineering or computer science can feel like learning a new language while finding your way through a maze. That's why we've created a mentoring program that pairs you with someone who's already mastered the journey you're just beginning.
As an incoming student in the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences (CECAS), you'll be matched with an upperclassman who's not only in your major but can give support and advice about adjusting to life as a Clemson student. Not only can mentors help you prepare for a test, but they can also become a lifelong connection.
What Your Mentor Provides:
Gain insider knowledge and personalized strategies from mentors who've already succeeded in your courses while receiving support for academic challenges, time management, and stress relief—all to help you navigate both your studies and college life with confidence.
- Academic Guidance: Gain insights about professors' teaching styles, effective study locations during peak academic periods, and underutilized campus resources typically discovered later in undergraduate studies.
- Course-Specific Support: Receive guidance on difficult concepts and help students navigate common academic challenges.
- Time Management Resources: Develop practical strategies for managing coursework while participating in campus activities and maintaining personal well-being.
- Ongoing Support Network: Connect with experienced advisors during stressful academic periods such as examinations and major projects.
Beyond One-on-One Support:
The PEER & WISE mentoring community hosts regular social events, study sessions, and professional development activities throughout both semesters. These gatherings are perfect opportunities to:
- Connect with students across different engineering and computer science disciplines.
- Build your professional network before you even need to start job hunting.
- Decompress with peers who understand the unique challenges of STEM majors.
- Celebrate successes and milestones together.
Many of our mentees tell us that what started as an academic support relationship evolved into one of their most valuable friendships at Clemson. Whether you're looking for academic guidance, social connections, or just someone who can show you the ropes, your PEER & WISE mentor is ready to help you thrive from day one.
Interested in Signing Up?
Mentors
The mentorship position is offered through Clemson's UPIC on-campus internship program, providing students with valuable professional experience while supporting their peers.
Mentors earn competitive hourly compensation for 10 hours of weekly service and receive official internship credit that enhances their academic portfolio. This structured opportunity develops leadership, communication, and coaching skills highly valued by future employers.
Interested students should send an email to the appropriate program supervisor—Lisa Jackson for PEER or Stephanie Henry for WISE.
Mentees
The mentorship program is designed to provide supportive guidance while respecting students' busy schedules.
Mentees commit to a weekly check-in with their assigned mentor, which can be conducted through text, email, or in-person meetings based on individual preference and availability. Beyond this essential connection, participation in additional activities is flexible and optional. Mentors dedicate 10 hours weekly to supporting their mentees, creating one to two hours of enrichment opportunities each week.
Mentees receive weekly invitations to participate in personalized check-ins and group activities specifically designed to enhance their academic success and professional development.
If you are interested in mentoring, email cupeerwise@clemson.edu.
Personalized Life Coaching
College is about more than just classes. Our one-on-one life coaching helps you navigate everything from time management to career planning. Our experienced coaches help you:
- Identify meaningful personal and academic goals
- Develop strategies to overcome obstacles
- Balance academics with other aspects of college life
- Build confidence in your decision-making
Email Serita with the completed LIFE Coaching form to schedule your personalized session.
Life Coaching Form Serita Acker