Peer mentors are here to help new students transition to the University of Arizona as well as assisting all COH students with finding their Academic Advisor’s office, navigating campus resources and expectations, and connecting them with the right people to succeed. Peer mentors are role models who can help students get more involved on campus and also serve as a resource for any challenges they encounter.
Want to meet with a Peer Mentor?
Our peer mentors look forward to helping you! Appointments available every day! Please email coh-peermentors@arizona.edu with your availability to schedule an appointment or with any questions.
Meet our Current Peer Mentors
Amalie
Peer Mentor
Amalie is currently a senior majoring in Biochemistry and Spanish with an emphasis in translation and interpretation and minors in statistics and data science and emergency medical services. After graduation she plans to work as a first responder before applying to medical school. In her free time, she likes going on hikes, playing soccer, and discovering new music. She's originally from Norway but has lived in Tucson for almost 15 years now.
Harper
Peer Mentor
Harper is currently a senior here at the University of Arizona, majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies with an Emphasis in Human Understanding and Social Behavior. She is also pursuing minors in Spanish and Gender and Women's Studies. In addition to being a Peer Mentor, she also works as a tutor at the Writing Center here on campus. In her free time, she can be found spending time with her friends, enjoying the outdoor spaces on campus, or discovering new coffee shops.
Peyton
Peer Mentor
Peyton is an Applied Humanities, Business Administration major with a minor in Psychology and Communication Her favorite part about being a Peer Mentor is being in the classroom and connecting with students. She loves getting to see every student succeed and loves being a small part of their journey. In her free time, she loves to read and hang out with her friends. She hopes to one day work in the Human Resources field and can’t wait to continue to gain new experiences during her time here in the College of Humanities.
Karen
Peer Mentor
Karen is a dual major in Veterinary Science and Spanish & Portuguese with an emphasis in Spanish Translation and Interpretation. Some of her dreams after graduating are to go to veterinary school, travel to all 50 states, have her own business someday and eventually own a cafe. In her free time, she loves to travel and sometimes unwind with a cup of tea, her dog, and a good show. She also loves Marvel to a fault and one of her favorite heroes is Moon Knight. If you have any questions about any of the majors that she is in, feel free to reach out and she’ll be happy to answer them.
Tana
Peer Mentor
Tana is a sophomore majoring in World Literature, Classics with an emphasis in civilization, and Creative Writing. After she graduates, she plans to pursue a PhD in English Literature and Language and teach in a higher education setting. She loves helping students meet their succeed and meet their academic goals. In her free time, she can be found spending time reading or spending time with her many animals.
Leah
Peer Mentor
Leah is currently a senior majoring in Classics, with an emphasis in Classical Civilizations, with two minors in History and Italian. She hopes one day to pursue teaching in higher education, specifically in the topics of history or classics, after obtaining a master's degree. Outside of being a Peer Mentor, she loves to travel, read, and spend time with friends, family, and pets. Her goal is to have an impact on people for the better and see them succeed in life.
Katelynn
Peer Mentor
Katelynn is a sophomore with a major in Applied Humanities that emphasizes Business Administration. She is working towards a minor in Finance and hopes to work in the financial field of real estate one day. Her favorite part about being a peer mentor is interacting with the students, connecting with them, and setting them up for success in their future years at the University of Arizona. In her free time, she loves going to the gym or thrifting for a new outfit. She also enjoys trying new food spots with her family or friends. She is excited to see what the new year will bring and hopes to make more amazing memories throughout her college career!
Lily
Peer Mentor
Lily is a senior majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Arts, Media, and Entertainment and has a minor in English. In addition to being a Peer Mentor, she is also an Ambassador for the College of Humanities and is involved in Greek life on campus. In her free time, she loves shopping, reading, and spending time with friends.
What do Peer Mentors do?
Peer Mentors meet with students to help them with a variety of matters as well as assist with college-related events, including:
- Transition to the UA
- Humanities Café
- Destination Arizona
- Registration Outreach
Want to meet with a Peer Mentor?
Our peer mentors look forward to helping you!
Fall 2024 Schedule:
Appointments available every day! Please email coh-peermentors@arizona.edu with your availability to schedule an appointment or with any questions.
Interested in becoming a peer mentor?
Being a peer mentor is an excellent opportunity to build connections with the University community, including faculty, staff, and students. As a mentor, you will gain valuable interpersonal skills, deepen your understanding of the University, and acquire transferable skills that can be applied in various settings. Additionally, your interactions with incoming students will have a meaningful impact on their university experience. Furthermore, serving as a peer mentor also offers the opportunity to earn internship credit.
Ready to Apply?
The application to become a peer mentor for the 2024-2025 has closed. Please check back in early spring of 2025 for the application for the next academic year.
If you have any questions about the program, please email Caitlin Bryan at cabryan@arizona.edu