Undergraduate Learning Assistants
Peer-led Undergraduate Learning, Support and Engagement
The Undergraduate Learning Assistant, or UGLA, program offers academically successful Fulton Schools students the opportunity to support faculty and fellow students. UGLAs are peer educators who support in-class active learning, especially in flipped classrooms, labs or hands-on environments. UGLAs help guide discussions, facilitate small-group work and create more engaging class experiences alongside the instructor.
Need support from a UGLA?
How UGLA’s can assist you
- Help you during in-class activities or labs.
- Guide small-group discussions or problem solving.
- Clarify concepts in real time.
- Encourage collaboration and help keep learning on track.
- Assist instructors in flipped classrooms or lab-based environments.
Note: Office hours and contact methods vary by course. Refer to your syllabus or Canvas announcements for details on how to connect with your UGLA.
Why become a UGLA?
Becoming a UGLA is a chance to build valuable professional skills and contribute meaningfully to the classroom. As a UGLA, you will:
- Strengthen your communication and leadership skills.
- Gain hands-on experience in academic teaching.
- Build professional relationships with faculty and peers.
- Add valuable experience to your resume.
- Receive a stipend at the end of your assignment.
Responsibilities
- Students must dedicate approximately five hours per week hosting office hours, study sessions and supporting students through asynchronous interactions.
- Regularly meet with your faculty member to prepare for course activities and assignments.
- Enroll in and complete a UGLA-specific training course each semester.
Qualifications
To qualify as a UGLA, students must meet the following criteria:
- Have earned a grade of B or higher in the course they will support.
- Have completed at least one semester at Arizona State University.
- Currently be enrolled as an undergraduate in the Fulton Schools.
- Be in good academic standing, with no active violations of ASU’s academic integrity policies.
Steps to apply
Submit an application to the UGTA/UGLA/Section Leader portal.
Please keep in mind that not all students will be offered a position. We recommend reaching out to a faculty member to have them request you as their UGLA.
Students offered a position or course assignment will receive an email with an offer letter.
Students who are offered a position or course assignment will receive an email with an offer letter. Follow the instructions in the offer letter to accept your offer. A signed and completed letter of offer is required to be hired for each course you are offered.
Once you have accepted a position, you will need to apply to the Student Employment Office.
You must submit BOTH applications to be formally hired and accept your assigned position.
For more information
Program email
For additional questions and program related information, reach out to [email protected].
To reach PULSE by phone, call (480) 884-2500.