CLSS Peer Mentor Appointments

Unlock Your Academic Potential with Peer Mentors

Peer Mentors are your friendly, knowledgeable guides to academic success at U of T. As fellow students, they understand the unique challenges you face and are excited to share the insider tips and strategies they wish they’d known from the start. From learning study techniques and staying motivated to navigating campus services, Peer Mentors are eager to help you succeed on your own terms.

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CLSS Peer Mentors Can Help You:

  • Learn how to study for exams.
  • Be effective at note taking.
  • Learn techniques to write tests and assignments.
  • Stay motivated and overcome procrastination.
  • Set and achieve goals.
  • Manage your schedule.
  • Access various U of T services and supports.
  • And more…
Choose a Peer Mentor and book an appointment or get instant help through our online chat

Book an appointment with a CLSS Peer Mentor

  • Browse our list of experienced U of T students to find your ideal Peer Mentor and book an appointment through Folio.
  • Check available slots up to ten workdays ahead, with appointments offered regularly via Zoom.
  • CLSS Peer Mentor appointments (and online chat) are open to all UTSG (St. George) undergraduate and graduate students.

If you’re having trouble booking an appointment through Folio, no worries! Just give us a call at 416-978-7970, send us an email at clss@utoronto.ca, or use our online chat tool on the Centre for Learning Strategy Support home page, Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m.

If you choose to email us, please include:

  • Your name
  • Student number
  • Level and program of study
  • Your available times
  • The reason for your appointment.

This way, we can make sure to set up the best possible meeting for you.

Chat with a CLSS Peer Mentor Online

For immediate support, join our online chat during chat hours and connect with a mentor who understands your academic journey.

Fall 2024 chat hours:
12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays
(until the end of classes)

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Chat with a CLSS Peer Mentor

CLSS Peer Mentors

Alec smiling.

Alec Telford

Peer Mentor & Mentorship Coordinator
1st year, Graduate

Book an appointment with Alec

Alec (he/him) is a first-year Master of Teaching student studying at OISE here at U of T. He recently finished his undergraduate in history also at U of T. As a queer student who has lived in Toronto his whole life, Alec is committed to helping students at U of T feel supported, connected, heard, and empowered. Alec is very thankful for the opportunity to help students achieve their own goals and looks forward to meeting you!

Program of Study:
Master of Teaching

Interest(s):
Reading, writing, playing video games (mainly Stardew Valley), building Lego, and spending time with my family and friends!

Anneke Huisman

Anneke Huisman

Peer Mentor & Study Hubs Coordinator
3rd year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Anneke

As an alumna of the Academic Bridging Program, Anneke understands that the path through education often doesn’t follow a straight line and that people attending university have a variety of unique experiences and needs. Anneke found the services offered through CLSS invaluable and is eager to give back to the university community. She loves helping other students and believes supporting each other creates a happier, healthier space for everyone.

Program of Study:
Archaeology and Digital Humanities

Interest(s):
Textile crafts, container gardening, and card, board, and video games

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Artem Goubkine

Peer Mentor
4th year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Artem

The prospect of connecting with others, providing support, and helping students have a positive university experience, is the highlight of being a peer mentor. As a commuter student for most of his university life, he understands the unique challenges of staying connected. Working in Centre for Learning Strategy Support, he aims to help students feel the sense of community and engagement that can sometimes be missing. He is here to make communication easier and the university experience richer.

Program of Study:
Life science, double majoring in human biology and genome biology

Interest(s):
Programming and video creation, gym, sports, and other physical activities

Ayesha Shakeel

Peer Mentor & Facilitation Coordinator
2nd year, Graduate

Book an appointment with Ayesha

Ayesha is a 2nd year Master of Sciences student in Health Systems Leadership and Innovation at U of T. She loves to meet students and work with a variety of people. As a Facilitation Coordinator, she wishes to help people develop necessary skills to work towards their career goals. Ayesha has been a U of T student since 2018, when she completed her undergraduate studies here. Now, she’s on her way to finishing medical school at Queen’s University in addition to her master’s at U of T.

Program of Study:
MSC Health Systems Leadership and Innovation

Interest(s):
Pottery, reading

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Edwin Park

Peer Mentor
4th year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Edwin

Each year, Edwin has felt more at home attending University of Toronto. By taking the position of a peer mentor for the CLSS team, Edwin is excited to support his peers in their academic pursuits while helping them transition into university life. He is passionate about student life and looks forward to helping students develop their academic skills. Edwin hopes to continue his studies by attending graduate school and law school in the future.

Program of Study:
Criminology and Bioethics

Interest(s):
Discovering new music, watching movies on Criterion, and running

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Faisal Alnaji

Peer Mentor
3rd year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Faisal

Faisal Alnaji is a third-year student currently on the pre-med track with hopes of going into medicine in the next few years. Having put immense pressure on himself to succeed in his first few years at university, he’s developed many study habits and been exposed to several resources offered by U of T that have supported him throughout his studies. He hopes to draw from these experiences to help ease the transition into university for any current or incoming students.

Program of Study:
Fundamental Genetics and Its Applications Major, Minor in Immunology and Physiology

Interest(s):
Volleyball, biotechnology, food (big foodie)

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Jade Johnson

Peer Mentor
3rd year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Jade

Jade is a 3rd year undergraduate student pursuing a double major in Political Sciences, Critical Equity and Solidarity Studies, and a minor in Philosophy. Jade joined the Peer Mentor team to guide fellow students in an inclusive and supportive environment. She hopes that as a peer mentor, she will grow through her interactions with the vast spectrum of students present at the University of Toronto.

Program of Study:
Double Major in Political Sciences, Critical Equity and Solidarity studies, with a Minor in Philosophy

Interest(s):
Sewing, knitting, crocheting, TV shows, reading

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Maybelle Martin

Peer Mentor
4th year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Maybelle

Maybelle is a fourth-year Chemistry Specialist student at U of T. In her free time, Maybelle enjoys a variety of activities. Whether she’s listening to music (from KPOP to Taylor Swift), hitting the gym, or going for a swim, she finds joy in staying active and engaged. She also loves spending time with friends. As an international student from Malaysia, she deeply appreciates the diversity at U of T, cherishing the opportunity to connect with peers from various cultural and academic backgrounds.

Program of Study:
Chemistry Specialist

Pronouns:
She/her

Interest(s):
Music, sports, travel – especially to places with nature

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Micah Tan

Peer Mentor
2nd year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Micah

Micah has a passion for learning and helping others learn. He used many on and off-campus resources to navigate university life, so he wishes to help others find and use them through his role as a Peer Mentor. He takes many opportunities to explore his academic and professional interests. He has experience as a statistics and mathematics tutor, and recently went on a research expedition in Costa Rica to study turtles. When he has free time, Micah is a huge gamer. He also loves to crochet.

Program of Study:
Biomedical Toxicology Major, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Major, Environmental Biology Minor

Interest(s):
Crochet, gaming, learning new things—especially about nature!

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Muhammad Abid

Peer Mentor & Analysis Coordinator
4th year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Muhammad

Muhammad is a fourth-year student in Rotman Commerce specializing in Finance and Economics. With aspirations to attend law school after undergrad, he seeks to use his experience to make a meaningful impact. As a Peer Coordinator with the analysis portfolio, Muhammad delves into the student feedback. Through this, he aims to provide actionable insights that will inform future Student Life programs. Along with his studies, he serves as the finance director in Rotman Commerce Law Association and is the treasurer for the U of T Pre-Law Society. Muhammad is looking forward to meeting with students.

Program of Study:
Rotman Commerce

Interest(s):
Playing electric guitar and watching horror movies

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Naomi Ho

Peer Mentor
4th year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Naomi

Transitioning from the United States to Canada for university gave me firsthand experiences of the challenges of adapting to university life in a new country, especially without familiar support systems. Furthermore, as I am in my last year of undergraduate studies, I am committed to sharing the learning strategies that I’ve discovered and contributing to the betterment of our university community. Beyond the classroom, I am actively engaged in various research positions in the University Health Network which I would be happy to discuss.

Program of Study:
Molecular Genetics and Microbiology Specialist (Microbiology stream), Neuroscience Major

Pronouns:
She/her

Interest(s):
Cats (Samwise and Milo), running, and reading horror novels

Shane Joy

Peer Mentor
5th year, Undergraduate

Book an appointment with Shane

Shane is a fifth-year undergraduate student at the University of Toronto. Having worked as a peer mentor on the CLSS team for the last two years, he remains excited by the opportunity to support students in navigating services, resources, and their respective university journeys. Passionate about student life, Shane has served in numerous extracurricular, volunteer, elected, and appointed roles here at U of T, and he looks forward to working to using this experience to uplift his peers at all levels of their undergraduate and graduate careers.

Program of Study:
History Specialist, International Relations Major, Near & Middle Eastern Civilizations Minor

Pronouns:
He/him

Interest(s):
Reading non-fiction books, staying active, and trying new food places across Toronto.

Explore academic success at U of T

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CLSS Peer Mentor run workshops

CLSS Peer Mentors run multiple workshops every week to support you and all aspects of your academic success. Check out our Workshop Series for more details.

Understanding academic support roles at U of T:
Peer Mentor vs. Learning Strategist vs. Academic Advisor

Peer Mentor: A peer mentor is a current U of T student who acts as a guide to academic success, offering personalized tips, motivation, and insider knowledge.

Learning Strategist: Learning strategists are expert staff advisors who provide personalized, professional support tailored to boost your academic skills. They are available by appointment at the Centre for Learning Strategy Support or your home college, department or faculty.

Academic Advisor: An academic advisor is a trained professional with expertise in academic planning. They can help in formulating and/or adjusting your short-or long-term educational goals, including course selection, interpreting degree requirements, and understanding university regulations. Academic advisors are available through your faculty or college registrar.

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Study Hubs

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U of T Tutor Directory

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