Kadin Ahler
Kadin is majoring in accounting. He is a junior and is very excited. Kadin wanted to become a peer mentor, “to help those new to college entirely without much help on their own.”

Kenix Douangboutdy
Kenix is a sophomore, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Criminal Justice. Kenix describes his relationship with his mentor as “amazing” and he is ready to become a great mentor.  
 

Dalton Higley
Dalton is a senior Nursing major. This is his second year as a mentor and he could not be more excited. Dalton's favorite part of being a mentor is, “creating connections with incoming students on campus and flourishing my bounds with faculty and staff as well!” 

Alexis Oestreich
Alexis is majoring in Psychology and has minors in Criminal Justice and Substance Abuse Counseling. Alexis is a senior this year and this is her third year as a mentor! When asked about why Peer Mentors are important, she says, “TRIO provides peer mentors to help first-years make a smooth and comfortable transition into college life. Mentors are there to provide support, camaraderie, academic resources, and friendship. It’s beneficial to know that you always have someone who is standing by your side, even if you don’t always need them.” 

Kaylee Stevens
Kaylee is a junior Social Work major with a minor in Family Studies. This will be her second year as a mentor. When asked about qualities of a mentor she says, “I think everyone can be a mentor. It is great to have many different characteristics and qualities to connect with the variety of students here.”