The Biology Peer Mentors are a group of undergraduate biology students who are dedicated to fostering student success and community among students in the Biology Department. Our Peer Mentors play a crucial role in supporting undergraduate students, providing guidance and resources to help them navigate their academic journey and prepare for their future careers.
How Can Biology Peer Mentors Help You?
Academic Guidance
Our Peer Mentors assist students in developing 4-year plans tailored to any of the five concentrations within the Biology major. They provide valuable insights and help you align your academic path with your career goals.
Resource Connection
Navigating university resources can be overwhelming. Peer Mentors are here to acquaint you with the various campus resources available, ensuring you have the support you need to succeed academically and personally. They will be hosting various workshops throughout the semester ranging from undergraduate research to navigating grad school.
Community Building
Your time in college is more enjoyable and rewarding when you feel part of a community. Peer Mentors are helping build community among Biology majors through engagement opportunities.
Meet Your Mentors
Our Peer Mentors are experienced students who have successfully completed the BIO 2300 course and are passionate about helping their peers succeed. They are available to provide feedback on your 4-year plans, give insight on courses you may need to take, and run workshops on topics relevant to your academic and career success.
Katherine Baloga
Major: Biology - Cell/Molecular concentration, minor in music
Ask me about: Cell/molecular biology , peer mentoring, tutoring & advising, pre-health preparation, genetics, volunteering, working in healthcare as an undergrad, music minors, and chemistry minors.
Lanna Bruce
Major: Biology - Cell/Molecular concentration
Ask me about: Cell/molecular concentration, research, study abroad opportunities, incorporating music in your college experience, pre-veterinary science, and campus resources.
Beka Davis
Major: Biology - Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental concentration
Ask me about: The biology honors program, undergraduate research, biology study abroad opportunities, peer mentoring, biological science career paths, campus resources, and four year planning.
Aidan Gardner
Major: Biology - Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental concentration
Ask me about: EEE concentration, campus resources, four year planning, the honors program, peer mentoring, campus involvement, tutoring, and volunteering.
Amy Hamer
Major: Biology - Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental concentration, minor in geography.
Ask me about: EEE concentration, University Honors Program, GIS certificate, undergraduate research, undergraduate thesis, campus resources, geography minor.
Jarrett Lockey
Major: Biology - Cell/Molecular concentration, minor in chemistry
Ask me about: Undergraduate Research, Degreeworks, Cell/Molecular Concentration, Peer Mentoring, Health Professions Advising (HPA), Four-Year Planning and Pre-Pharmacy School Pathway.
Denissa Mate
Major: Biochemistry and Biology - Cell/Molecular concentration
Ask me about: Cell/molecular concentration, biochemistry concentration, double majoring, honors college, working on/off campus, job shadowing, undergraduate research, club sports, volunteering, greek life, scholarships, and the pre-med track.
Lindsey Pleasant
Major: Biology - Integrative Concentration in Public Health, Chemistry Minor
Ask me about: Integrative biology concentration, gut motility research, IUCAC animal research, laboratory research , undergraduate research awards (URA), transfer credits, honors biology program, and research/protocol writing.
Maggie Vaughn
Major: Biology - Cellular/Molecular concentration
Ask me about: Pre-dental track, undergraduate research, the honors college, biology honors program, volunteer work in healthcare, teaching assistantship in a chemistry lab, and four year planning.
Jaida Washington
Major: Biology - Cell/Molecular concentration, minor in chemistry
Ask me about: Cell/molecular biology , Research, Summer Undergraduate Research Internships, Pre-Med Track, How to get Shadowing/Clinical Experience, MD/PhD Pathway, How to get involved in volunteer efforts in the community.
Cameron Williams
Major: Biology - Cellular/Molecular concentration, minor in Chemistry
Ask me about: Transferring credits, cell/molecular concentration, undergraduate research, surviving organic chemistry, campus resources, and four year planning.
Emma Williams
Major: Biology - Cell/Molecular concentration, double minor in chemistry and medical humanities
Ask me about: Cell/molecular concentration, biochemistry and undergraduate research, teaching assistantships in chemistry labs, genetic counseling, career preparedness, and undergraduate advising.
Questions?
For any questions about the Biology Peer Mentor program, please feel free to contact Kim Paramo (paramokm@appstate.edu).