Applications to become a Peer Educator for Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 are NOW CLOSED.

Do you have a passion for wellness and making a difference in your Red Raider community? Join the RISE Peer Educator program! Lead important conversations, connect students to resources, and gain leadership skills that last a lifetime. Applications to become a Peer Educator will be open from January 15 through March 24.

General Interest Meetings

Don’t miss your chance to attend one of our Peer Ed General Interest Meetings during the Spring 2026 application process to learn all about this exciting opportunity.

 

How to Apply

Applications for the RISE Peer Education program open during the spring semester. This coveted position offers paid appointments for the subsequent fall through spring academic year.

2025-2026 RISE Peer Educator Application is CLOSED

Who are the RISE Peer Educators?

RISE Peer Educators are a passionate cohort of bright minds and inspiring leaders dedicated to promoting wellness and educating their peers. These selected students collaborate with RISE in outreach, programming, events, and workshop facilitation. They understand the art of balancing academics, work, and personal life and strive to empower Texas Tech students to lead fulfilling lives tailored to their individual needs.

Being a part of the RISE Peer Educators has taught me a lot not only about myself, but the things I'm passionate about and ways I want to help improve the world around me. I've become a better leader, advocate, and person because of it.

- RISE Peer Educator, 2024

Meet our Current Team

What are the perks?

• Paid Position: Earn $10 per hour for up to 20 hours monthly.
• National Exposure: Opportunity to present at prestigious conferences.
• Comprehensive Training: Dive deep into topics such as mental health, wellbeing, substance use, sexual assault prevention, consent education, emotional safety, and more.
• Career Development: Gain hands-on experience for your professional resume.
• Impact and Engagement: Make a tangible difference, support peers, and shape Texas Tech's culture.
• Dynamic Team Environment: Collaborate with student leaders from various majors and backgrounds.

Requirements

• Mandatory Training: Attend sessions in mid-August.
• Raider Welcome Week Participation: Engage in events during August 2024.
• Monthly Commitment: Dedicate approximately 20 hours per month to committee meetings, office hours, workshops, campus outreach, events, and innovative student engagement initiatives.
• Academic Standard: Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Conduct Expectations: Uphold good disciplinary standing at Texas Tech University.