What is a Peer Mentor?

Peer mentors support students during their academic and social adjustment to Sacramento State University. Peer mentors work with individuals to discuss different techniques and skills that students can utilize to be successful in college.

Peer Mentor

Mia Harden

Nutrition, Food & Dietetics

nufd@csus.edu

Office Hours: Fridays from 11:30 am - 12:15 pm

I am currently finishing my first year at CSUS as a transfer student. I serve as a passionate peer mentor within the nutrition program that is eager to support students and faculty throughout this semester.

Discussion Topics

Peer mentors will help provide guidance to students in many ways covering various topics, including:

• Career exploration
• Study groups
• Time management, study skills, general education workshops
• Avoiding procrastination
• Reducing school stress
• Getting involved in student/campus life at Sacramento State
• My Sac State – one stop student portal
• Graduation requirements
• Academic policies
• Resources and tools for course planning/scheduling
• Referral to faculty with relevant academic and/or career information
• Campus resources available to support academic, personal and career development
• General support and encouragement

Peer mentors have been through the college transition and know some of the challenges you may be facing. Conversations with peer mentors are confidential unless there is a danger to self or others.