Peer Connections Mentors

Name: Surabhi Bage
Major: Data Science
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� about Peer Connections earlier.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� to never give up! 

Name: Jocelyn Cabrera
Major: Biology
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� how fast time would pass and to enjoy every moment, event, and friends throughout this journey.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� learning how to efficiently study.

Juniper C.
Name: Juniper Clark
Major: Psychology
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� how much would change in so little time, and how okay I would be with that.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� try to fall in love with learning, and maybe it'll love you back!

Name: Gerard Consuelo
Major: Computer Science
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� about the resources and clubs available to me.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� put yourself out there, build time management skills, and know your "why". 

Name: Danino Corsis
Major: Systems Physiology
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� how important it is to build connections early on. I struggled in my first semester but by having a well rounded support system of faculty members, peers, and family, I was able grow both academically and personally. Don't be afraid to reach out, ask for help, or get involved. Your support system can make all the difference.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� being proactive about my education. Always being one step ahead ensures you never fall behind. 

Deb G.
Name: Deb Guevara Argueta
Major: Psychology
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� to take full advantage of the resources available to me, such as free counseling sessions at the Wellness Center, tutoring services, and work-study opportunities.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� to ask for help, get involved, and surround yourself with people who will encourage and support you.  

Name: Lin Iinuma
Major: Pre-Nursing
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� how competitive my major (pre-nursing) would be. I was surprised to find out that almost everyone was working really hard for their 4.0. When I would be studying for midterms or finals, I first found myself comparing how much time I spent studying to those around me. If you find yourself in the same situation as me where you are constantly comparing yourself, my tip for you is to remember that everyone learns at different speeds and ways, and it's important to remember that what works for you can be different than what works for the people around you.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� have fun! It's very easy for you to burn yourself out if you don't enjoy your time. Having genuine curiosity and interest in what you learn about will help you succeed in your studies. Aside for your studies, make sure you take time to do things you love like your hobbies or going out with your friends. Enjoy your time at 91果冻制片厂!

Name: Tiffany Leong
Major: Counseling
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥�
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� 

Name: Jiya Mehta
Major: Sociology
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� to take advantage of the amazing resources at the university. Make sure to use resources like the wellness center, SRAC, Peer Connections, and the Writing Center. These services are helpful academically and personally.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� reach out to professors with questions to better understand the course material and succeed in your classes. Getting to know your instructors can benefit you academically in many ways. Also, get comfortable stepping outside your comfort zone and trying new things. Seek out opportunities to advance your career, and take initiative in your professional development. 

Name: Adam Mejia
Major: Computer Engineering
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥�
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� 

Name: Khoi Ngo
Major: Public Health
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� about the numerous resources a student has at their disposal. For example, Peer Connections, the Writing Center, the Career Center, etc.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� to stay on top of things. Never wait for the last minute to do an assignment.

Name: Izzy Ochoa
Major: Health Science
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� how to meet new graduate students and where to connect with them on campus!
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� staying focused and keeping a well organized agenda/calendar! Without it, I wouldn't have survived undergrad. 

Name: Nick Oh
Major: Materials Engineering
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� how important making conncections would be. I found that a lot of people I met, both in and outside of my major, helped a ton with giving me a sense of belonging and helped find different opportunities to add on to my college experience.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� making everything from studying to going to class fun to keep me motivated. Studying and hanging out with my friends made the toughest courses significantly less stressful and helped fill gaps in each others' knowledge. 

Name: Archi Patel
Major: Computer Science, Linguistics
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� to make as many friends as you can and attend as many events as you can on campus.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� be open to learning new things, Stay focused on your end goal (where do you see yourself at the time of graduation).

Name: Luisa Torres
Major: Psychology
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� that there is a place for every interest, hobby, background, and aspiration. You have to do your best to leave your comfort bubble and explore; it鈥檚 hard, but it鈥檒l be worth it!
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� attend class, prioritize your duties (by due date, time commitment, etc.), ask questions and talk to people! 

Name: Virgil Truong
Major: Linguistics
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� to talk to your peers and professors! It can be very easy to feel isolated in a classroom and on a campus full of people you don't know, especially if you have anxiety, but every person is a wealth of information and connection waiting to happen if you reach out.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� put everything in your calendar! Having every assignment, exam, and meeting visible in one place helped me stay organized.

Name: Dave Wang
Major: Pre-Nursing
Role: Peer Mentor

  • When I started at 91果冻制片厂, I wish I had known鈥� about some of the clubs and met more advisors. I also wish I had explored the city more before I came and connected with more high school friends who came here.
  • My best strategy for college success is鈥� every point matters. It can and will save you.