Online Student Supporters
The Online Student Supporters are dedicated student leaders who support new online students at UNCG. This paid position is responsible for supporting online learners through Online Orientation, hosting peer support sessions and virtual events, and acquainting new online students with the mission, goals, policies, procedures, and resources available at UNCG.
Meet our Online Student Supporters
Mya Snell
Major: Nursing
Minor: Psychology
Home town: Bridgeport, CT
Gissele Vasquez
Major: Speech Pathology and Audiology
Minor: Human Development and Family Studies
Home town: Zebulon, NC
Online Student Supporters serve the university by helping to welcome and transition new online students to UNCG. The primary goal of the position is to assist with the development and implementation of Online Orientation and to provide peer support to online students. As an Online Student Supporter, you will have the opportunity to grow as a leader by hosting peer support sessions and leading weekly virtual events that connect, engage, and support the online learning community at UNCG.
Online Student Supporters will work 10 hours per week (remote) during the academic year, with the exception of university breaks and holidays.
Be committed to fulfilling NST&FYE mission and vision
Demonstrate a commitment to UNCG and a willingness to serve others
Exhibit qualities of a student leader: reliable, responsible, confident, flexible, positive attitude, strong work ethic, teamwork, strong communication and interpersonal skills, problem solver, takes initiative, and able to manage conflict
Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
Be in good academic and disciplinary standing with the university
Be an enrolled student at UNCG for the duration of application window and work period.
Position start date: August 18, 2026
Online Student Supporter synchronous fall training sessions.
10 hours remote work per week, excluding university holidays and breaks.
“Peer support helps online students feel less isolated and more connected to the UNCG community. It provides encouragement, shared resources, and understanding from others who are going through similar experiences, which makes navigating online learning more manageable and meaningful.”
“A transition program is important because it helps online students connect with resources, build community, and adjust smoothly to online learning at UNCG.”
“Supporters can create community through virtual events, consistent check-ins, and sharing resources that highlight UNCG’s culture and values, helping online students feel connected and proud to be Spartans.”