The purpose of the WINGS, or Warmhearted Individuals Nurturing Great Success, Peer Mentor Program is to facilitate a volunteer movement at Auburn that creates opportunities for friendships, personal/social interactions, employment support, academic support, and leadership development between traditional Auburn University students and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities enrolled in the EAGLES program. Furthermore, the WINGS peer mentors support the vision and mission of the EAGLES program by fostering genuine relationships during an EAGLES student’s Auburn experience and beyond. The goal of the Auburn University Chapter of the WINGS Organization, is to promote friendships and mentorships between members of Auburn University’s student body and those in the EAGLES program. The WINGS Organization of Auburn seeks to contribute positively to the social and psychological development of all persons involved and to enhance the idea of a genuinely diverse and inclusive community.

Please review the WINGS peer mentor opportunities available below. If you are between the ages of 18-26, apply to become a WINGS peer mentor!

Timeline:

  • Applications close Friday, November 1 at 12:00 p.m.
  • Interview notifications sent by Monday, November 4 at 12:00 p.m.

Levels of WINGS Mentorship

The WINGS Peer Mentor Student Organization is the backbone of the EAGLES Program administration. WINGS serve as a natural support for our students and help them achieve gradual independence and experience full inclusion across all domains. Please click each tab to learn more about each specific type of WING!

  • Model appropriate classroom and study skills for EAGLES
  • Allow an open line for communication between students, professors, and EAGLES staff
  • Assist the students with homework, assignments, or preparing for upcoming exams
  • Model appropriate employment skills for EAGLES
  • Model appropriate communication between EAGLES and supervisors
  • Provide feedback to employment coordinators regarding EAGLES performance, and provide suggestions for fading support
  • Model appropriate physical activity skills for EAGLES
  • Model appropriate eating habits for EAGLES 
  • Assist in creating and completing grocery lists
  • Model appropriate social skills for EAGLES
  • Participate in social activities with students at least 3 times per month
  • Model and assist in healthy relationship-building skills, and conflict resolution
  • Model appropriate independent living skills for EAGLES
  • Encourage and help support skill acquisition and practice within EAGLES dorms
  • Facilitate healthy roommate relationships and conflict resolution

Questions concerning WINGS peer mentor opportunities can be directed to Emmaree Wilson.

  • Applications are reviewed each November for the spring semester and each summer for the fall semester.  

Apply to be a WINGS Peer Mentor

Last updated: 10/10/2024