Peer Academic Mentor Program

ACC peer mentor in the Peer Academic Mentor Program assisting another student in the Tutoring & Learning Resources Center in the Library at the Littleton Campus.

The Peer Academic Mentor (PAM) Program at ACC is an innovative academic support program continuing in the Spring 2026 semester! Led by Tutoring & Learning Resources: the PAM Program aims to reinforce content and provide additional support outside the classroom through peer-led learning sessions.

How the Program is Structured

Peer Academic Mentors (PAMs) are peer educators who have successfully completed the course they are supporting and have been recommended by your instructor. PAMs attend class or lab with you, hold their own office hours each week in the Tutoring & Learning Resources area, and work closely with your instructor on the supported content.

You can find PAMs in some college algebra, math for liberal arts, English composition, general biology, and intro to programming courses.

How the PAM Program Differs from Regular Tutoring

The PAM Program is a unique initiative and different from regular tutoring in a number of ways:

  1. Integration with Coursework: Unlike traditional tutoring, PAMs participate in the course(s) they support, providing insights and assistance that are directly relevant to current class topics and assignments. PAMs also develop close working relationships with the instructor of the course(s) they support, giving them a nuanced understanding of class expectations and structure.

  2. Group Learning: The role of an PAM is to facilitate group study sessions rather than provide one-on-one tutoring. This peer-to-peer interaction fosters a collaborative learning environment where students can engage in discussions, ask questions, and solve problems together.

  3. Focus on Specific Courses: The PAM Program targets specific courses that are critical for student success in their academic programs. By providing support in these key courses, the PAM Program helps students build a strong foundation for their future goals.

PAM-Supported Courses

Interested in taking a course supported by an PAM? 

Please contact tutoring [at] arapahoe [dot] edu (Tutoring & Learning Resources) for more information about PAM-supported course sections, then meet with your advisor to register.

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