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Peer Coaches

Peer Coaches play a pivotal role in supporting first and second year, first-generation college students in SSCP. Peer Coaches are trained using a national model and receive nationally recognized certifications.

Peer Coaches have the opportunity to advance to the Senior Peer Coach role. Senior Peer Coaches continue to support a cohort of students and have additional programming responsibilities that support the personal and professional development of the Peer Coaching team.

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Muir and Seventh College

  • Alize Ayala (She/Her)

    Alize Ayala (She/Her)

    Seventh College

    Communications

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    I would tell my first year self that just because I come from a small school does not make me any less worthy of being here. I would also say that I am on my own timeline and should not be comparing myself to others.
  • Camilla Hong (She/They)

    Camilla Hong (She/They)

    Muir College

    Bioengineering: Biotechnology

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    Enjoy everything going around you because you're doing great and it all works out in the end. You'll meet lots of amazing people once COVID ends.
  • Darius McLaurin (He/Him)

    Darius McLaurin (He/Him)

    Seventh College

    Business Psychology

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    Do NOT be afraid to ask for help, resources, or advice. College is all about self-discovery and learning, take advantage of opportunities that present themselves. Try new things!
  • Luis Ramirez (Any Pronouns)

    Luis Ramirez (Any Pronouns)

    Muir College

    Psychology/Human Health

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    Things won't go according to plan or the way you may have really wanted them to, and that'll be okay. Things will turn out well within time. You deserve more.

Marshall and Eleanor Roosevelt College

  • Britney Juarez (She/Her)

    Britney Juarez (She/Her)

    Eleanor Roosevelt College

    Sociology, Ethnic Studies. Human Rights and Migration minor

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    I would tell my first-year self to not be afraid to ask for help. I'd also advise them to go to office hours and speak with professors because they are there to help you. I'd also encourage them to join clubs/organizations.
  • Desiree Tapia (She/Her)

    Desiree Tapia (She/Her)

    Marshall College

    Biochemistry

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    I would tell my first-year self to stop stressing the things that are out of my control. As a first-gen student myself, I understand the pressure to do everything with ease and as perfect as possible but there's beauty in making mistakes and learning.
  • Melanie Lopez (She/Her)

    Melanie Lopez (She/Her)

    Eleanor Roosevelt College

    Public Health

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    Time flies, cherish every memory and remember you are not alone.
  • Nahomy Azucena (She/They)

    Nahomy Azucena (She/They)

    Marshall College

    Sociology

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    If I could go back and offer myself some guidance during my own first year in college, I'd want to emphasize the importance of being kind to yourself throughout this journey. Your first year at college is a unique and transformative experience, and it's natural to face a learning curve. However, I'd encourage you to view it as a chance for personal growth rather than a period for self-criticism.

Revelle and Sixth College

  • Andy Vu (He/Him)

    Andy Vu (He/Him)

    Sixth College

    Molecular and Cell Biology

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    I would encourage my first-year self to not be afraid to seek help when needed: Don't be afraid to ask for help when you're struggling with coursework or personal challenges. Professors, academic advisors, and counseling services are there to support you!
  • Emily Vo (She/Her)

    Emily Vo (She/Her)

    Sixth College

    Pharmacological Chemistry

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    Even if it may seem like it at times, you are not in this alone! Don't be afraid to seek help or guidance when needed. Professors, advisors, mentors, friends & family are all here for you in this journey.
  • Irene Tan (She/Her)

    Irene Tan (She/Her)

    Seventh College

    Psychology

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    Step out of your comfort zone and be proud of who you are!
  • Jennifer Reyes (She/Her)

    Jennifer Reyes (She/Her)

    Revelle College

    Critical Gender Studies

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    To my first year self, I would say that everyone's college journey is different so just focus on yourself. It's ok to struggle and be unsure of what you want to do. As long as you are putting in the work and taking care of yourself, you're going to be ok.

Warren and Eighth College

  • Alondra Pureco (She/Her)

    Alondra Pureco (She/Her)

    Warren College

    Mechanical Engineering

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    You have always thrived because you have never given up, not because you always had a plan. There are so many unexpected obstacles that you will encounter and sometimes it will feel like the end of the world, but when you envision yourself reaching your goals, you remember why you are there in the first place and that is all you need to keep going.
  • Muylang Chea (She/They)

    Muylang Chea (She/They)

    Eleanor Roosevelt College

    Business Economics

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    I would tell her that she had every right to be here just as everyone else and that she shouldn't feel obligated to follow a certain timeline.
  • Oliver Kelley (He/They)

    Oliver Kelley (He/They)

    Warren College

    Marine Biology, Linguistics Language Studies minor

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    I would tell my first-year self that it’s okay to not have everything figured out and decided yet! No one really knows what exactly the future has in store for them during their first year. Embrace the different opportunities that come your way and be open to all curiosities.
  • Somalea Hayward (She/Her)

    Somalea Hayward (She/Her)

    Seventh College

    Sociology, Communication minor

    What would you tell your first-year self?

    Talking to professors isn't as scary as you think it is, they are really nice and helpful!