What We Do

Mentors are a source of academic support for fellow students throughout their time at SU. We work with students to develop effective study skills and strategies on an individual basis, design and facilitate academic skills workshops, refer students to campus life support services, and guide students through short- and long-term planning.

 

Been there, done that:

As upper-level students, the Peer Mentors have experiences both in and out of the classroom that help relate to the students they work with. They are eager to answer your questions, hear your concerns, or just chat!

 

Alyanna Martinez (she/her/hers, they/them/theirs)

Junior | Hometown: San Antonio, TX

 

Majors: Computer Science, Psychology | Minor: Neuroscience

Involvement: SU Wind Ensemble, Pirate Pep Band, LatinXcel

 

Schedule an appointment with Alyanna

 

Advice to my first-year self: “I am glad that I explored campus activities throughout my first-year. I tried out a lot of clubs, which helped me figure out which activities I wanted to focus my time on. I also went to most of the office hours offered by my professors, which helped me get comfortable with going to office hours whenever I needed help.”

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Davin Ratliff (he/him/his)

Senior | Hometown: Brandon, MS

 

Major: Biology | Minor: Business

Involvement: Football Team, Student Activities, E.M.P.I.R.E., Pirate Host, University Programming Council (UPC), Students of Color Support Group

 

Schedule an appointment with Davin

 

Advice to my first-year self: “I would tell my first year self to take it one day at a time. I am glad that academically I found what works for me to be successful. That alone has gave me great joy.”

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Elias Sarwana (he/him/his)

Junior | Hometown: Karachi, Pakistan

 

Majors: Economics, Business

Minor: Data Analytics

Involvement: Intramural Sports, Business Club, Economics Society

 

Schedule an appointment with Elias

 

Advice to my first-year self: “Don’t stress if you don’t have everything figured out. Just show up, try new things, and stay consistent. The right opportunities and people will come with time.”

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Ixtazi Hernandez (she/her/hers)

Sophomore | Hometown: Laredo, TX

 

Majors: Classics, Anthropology

Minor: Art History

Involvement: Latinos Unidos, LatinXcel, OASIS, D.R.A.F.T., Megaphone

 

Schedule an appointment with Ixtazi

 

Advice to my first-year self: “The advice I would give to myself is not to stress too much and to focus on creating a good schedule. It’s okay to ask for help. I wish I had understood earlier how important it is to manage my time well and stay organized without becoming easily overwhelmed. I’ve also learned that it’s okay to take a step back, relax, and give myself a moment to breathe.”

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Joshua Marquez (he/him/his)

Senior | Hometown: Leander, TX

 

Major: Psychology

Minor: Spanish

Involvement: Latinos Unidos

 

Schedule an appointment with Joshua

 

Advice to my first-year self: “Remember to learn with purpose, go beyond just learning for the next exam and be mindful of what topics strike your interest for you to pursue further in the future.”

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Madison Almarez (she/her/hers)

Senior | Hometown: San Antonio, TX

 

Major: Biology

Minor: Health Studies

Involvement: Zeta Tau Alpha, LatinXcel, Latinos Unidos, Tri-Beta, Black Student Union

 

(Appointment link coming soon!)

 

Advice to my first-year self: “Don’t be so hard on yourself! I wish I could’ve been more involved in organizations sooner but I’m glad that I was dedicated to my academics so early on.”