EDUC Peer Advisors
Your Peer-to-Peer resource for support, making connections and strengthening community!
Make an appointment with a Peer Advisor!
Megan Allen
"Try your best to stay organized! If you organize early, it will set you up for success for the rest of the semester."
Year: Senior
Major(s): Community Education & Social Change and Psychology
Extracurriculars: President of Active Minds, CHAARG, HER Campus, College of Ed Research
I'm an expert in... Studying Abroad, Double Majoring, School Counseling!
Kayleigh Caldwell
"Get involved! When I came to UMass, it was easy to feel like a small fish in a big pond. Getting involved with things like Clubs, Sports, and Events in the College of Education made it easy to find my group of people and make UMass feel like home."
Year: Senior
Major: Early Childhood Education
Extracurriculars: Afterschool Group Leader/Student Teacher at Crocker Farm Elementary
I'm an expert in... Applying to a Licensure Program, Studying Abroad, MTEL Prep Resources, Finding Things to Do Outside of UMass!
Matt Mejail
"Don't be afraid to prioritize yourself!"
Year: Senior
Major(s): Community Education & Social Change and Public Health in the Community Health Education 4+1 Program
Extracurriculars: Honors College, Community Scholars Program, Intramurals, Community Service
I'm an expert in... Community Ed. and Social Change Major, Honors Program, Double Majoring
Eva Reduto
"Stay in touch with your family and friends from back home, just because you’re not physically with them, does not mean that they are not still your support system."
Year: Junior
Major: Early Childhood Education
Minor: Sociology
Extracurriculars: Alpha Chi Omega Sorority, Education Club
I'm an expert in... Greek life, Applying into Licensure Programs
Leanna Van
"Don't be afraid to reach out and talk to new people - The College of Ed is such a great community!"
Year: Senior
Major(s): Community Education & Social Change and Psychology in the Elementary 4+1 Program
Minor: Business
Extracurriculars: AASA, Alpha Chi Omega Sorority, Education Abroad Peer Advisor