STEM Communities Learning Assistant Program Student Opportunities

Texas State University undergraduate students can become Learning Assistants (LAs) for one of our supported STEM courses or benefit from the improved instructional approaches and peer guidance in these courses.
LAs are undergraduate students who, through the guidance of weekly preparation sessions and a pedagogy course, facilitate discussions and activities among groups of students in a variety of classroom settings that encourage active engagement. LAs also work with faculty as a teams to find, develop, and modify student-centered activities for specific courses.

Meet with Learning Assistants Outside of Class

Students can access department-specific study centers to get one-on-one help from LAs. LAs will guide your learning process by asking questions and offering suggestions, and helping you develop your understanding of course materials.

Become a Learning Assistant

Applications for Fall 2024 are now closed.
Applications for Spring 2025 will open in October.
Watch the video below to learn more about this opportunity!

LAs working together

Learning Assistant Application

Students can support their peers by applying to be an LA. Applications open in October and March. Returning LAs can also serve on our LA Advisory Committee.

STEM Pedagogy Course

New LAs have opportunities to evaluate the process of STEM teaching and learning and examine structures and practices that facilitate and/or inhibit student learning in a 2-credit STEM Cognition and Pedagogy course (HON 3210 / BIO 3210 / PHYS 3210).
LAs presenting at the Pedagogy Poster Session

Learn about LAs' experiences in the pedagogy course by watching the video below!

LAs at prep

Planning with faculty

LAs and faculty meet in weekly preparation sessions on Fridays to prepare for upcoming classes. Weekly preparation sessions also include community discussions about inclusive STEM teaching and learning.

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Transformed Courses

Students are also impacted by getting to know LAs in their courses. We are currently supporting sections of BIO 1330, BIO 1331, CHEM 1320, CHEM 1341, CHEM 3375, PHYS 1335, PHYS 1345, PHYS 2325, PHYS 2326 and PHYS 2335. 

If you are a STEM major, chances are you have met one of our LAs!