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Urja Dhami
Peer Advisor

I am double majoring in political science and legal studies. I am so excited to be a peer advisor for the department because I want to be able to share my perspective with students and help them out with any questions they have. Aside from peer advising, I do many other things on campus, like SGA Leadership, Kappa Alpha Pi, and I am also the treasurer of UMass Jazba. If you have any questions about anything, please feel free to drop by or reach out, and I will be happy to answer whatever comes my way. Can’t wait to see you guys!

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Roan Dunkerly
Peer Advisor

I am a double-major in political science and legal studies. I am excited to be a peer advisor so I can help people feel welcome in the Poli Sci major, and help everyone navigate building schedules and finding communities at UMass. Aside from peer advising, I am a member and was a captain of ZooDisc, the UMass men's club Ultimate Frisbee team, I am in the Pre-Law Club, and am a member of the Commonwealth Honors College. If you have any questions about Poli Sci or anything else, please stop by and say hi! I love meeting new people, and I am always happy to chat! Looking forward to a great year!

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Joann Maldonado Jacome
Peer Advisor

I am a double major in political science and economics. I am eager to help students with any questions, concerns, or comments as a peer advisor, whether that be about political science or college life in general! I hope to share my own experience at UMass with students and help people find their communities and areas of interest. Aside from peer advising, I am also an active member in the Japanese Language Department and help out in their cultural events! If you have any questions about political science or anything else, please stop by during drop-in hours to chat. I am always excited to meet new people, hope to see you all soon!

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Gael Muchnik
Peer Advisor

I am a junior majoring in political science and psychology. I am looking forward to being a peer advisor for the department so that I can help students with any questions, comments, or concerns. My goal in this role is to give students the appropriate resources and knowledge so that they can enjoy UMass as much as I have! Outside of peer advising, I conduct research for the Political Science and Legal Studies Departments, and am a founding member of Kappa Alpha Pi, the UMass pre-law and government fraternity. I am so excited to meet you guys throughout the semester! Please stop by at any time!

Peer Intern Program

Prior to becoming a peer advisor, students spend a semester as a peer intern, for which they earn one academic credit. Interns attend weekly staff meetings, observe peer and staff advisor appointments, learn about major requirements and department/campus resources, and participate in department programming.

Interested in becoming a Peer Advisor?

Peer advising is a challenging and rewarding commitment. If you are a Political Science major and interested in becoming a departmental Peer Advisor, please email the Director of Undergraduate Advising: Adrian Grace.