About the PAL Program

About the Program:

The PAL Program is a campus-wide peer mentor program for undergraduate students at UMKC. We connect incoming students with a dedicated Peer Academic Leader (PAL) as they begin their studies at UMKC. We strive to empower each Scholar towards personal and academic prosperity by connecting Scholars to resources and aiding them in identifying partners in their educational journey. 

Who We Support:

Peer Academic Leaders support all incoming Freshmen enrolled in the First Semester Experience course.  We also provide mentoring to PAL Scholars, including: 

• KC Scholars

• Bloch Scholars

• PAL Provisionally Admission Students

• Professional Career Escalators Scholars

• and any other UMKC undergraduate student who chooses to participate in our programming. 

What We Do:

Peer Academic Leaders (PALs):

• Meet one-on-one with scholars.

• Facilitate workshops.

• Receive opportunities for personal and professional development. 

PALs also serve as important members of the support team for the UMKC Essentials First Semester Experience course and provide mentorship to the incoming class of UMKC students.