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Meet our fabulous student peer to peer mentors. Select the link in their name to send an email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Miriam Abecasis<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m currently a rising junior majoring in Software Engineering and Math with a Chemistry minor. I\u2019m secretary of the chess club and am very involved with the Chabad club here at Monmouth. I love hiking, going to the beach, reading, and hanging out with friends. After graduation, I hope to pursue either a master\u2019s degree in Software Engineering or attend graduate school for Mathematics. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Conor Jacob<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I’m currently a rising junior majoring in Computer Science with a minor in physics and finance. I am on the cross country and track and field teams here at Monmouth University. In my free time I enjoy hanging out with friends, playing video games, and DJing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Amina Rabah<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hi! My name is Amina Rabah and I am a biology student here at Monmouth. I am in the Physician Associate (3+3) program and love all things science. I am involved in Tri-Beta, the Pre-PA club, and the Surgical Club. When I am not in school, I love reading, painting, and hanging out with my friends and family. I am looking forward to helping all the incoming freshman adjust to Monmouth and have a great college experience!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Isabella Torres<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hello! My name is Isabella Torres, but my nickname is Izzy. I am a senior biology student with a minor in chemistry. Some things about me are I am a part of EOF for low-income students. I identify as a part of the LQBTQ+ community. I am the next president of Tri-Beta and want more members to make this a community! I am a peer tutor in the student center for science course and have background in research in Dr. Polishook and Dr. Macks lab. On my free time I enjoy cooking and playing video games.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Fomo Wirba<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hi I, Fomonyuy (Fomo) Wirba am a rising sophmore majoring in Biology with a Concentration in Molecular Cell Physiology. After graduating, I plan on attending medical school to become a physician. I am organized, compassionate, a great listener, and fun to be around. I am involved in Monmouth\u2019s Recreational Tennis Club and the Pre-health club. In my free time, I enjoy dancing, reading, doing origami, and cooking!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Meet the 2012-2013 Peer Mentors All of the mentors in the School of Science have a passion for their coursework, but they also are well-rounded students ready to assist mentees in navigating the complex paths of University life. With a multitude of interests, hobbies, and extracurricular connections, each mentor is brimming with firsthand knowledge and advice, in the approachable form of a peer. The 2012-2013 peer mentor biographies appear below. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Jazmin Juarez (Peer Mentor\u00a0Coordinator)\u00a0studies biology with a concentration in molecular cell physiology and a health studies minor. She aspires to a career in medicine. Jazmin’s course study includes molecular and cell biology and lifelong health. She is engaged in several different activities on campus ranging from honor societies to research. Personal interests include art, swimming, learning, and having fun. She is grateful to have established deep bonds with mentees after her first years of mentoring, and she continues to remain close friends with them. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Christine Stopyra\u00a0 (Peer Mentor\u00a0Coordinator) is a senior pursuing a degree in biology and education. She hopes to teach high school biology and perhaps one day at the college level. Her interests include sports, traveling, exercising, and trying new things! She is available weekdays by appointment for mentee meetings. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Jessica Buck is a computer science major with a minor in mathematics. She entered Monmouth University as a transfer student in the fall of 2011. She has worked for the Rapid Response Institute on campus and plans to continue with software engineering after graduating. She is also a member of the Student and Alumni Advisory committee. In her spare time, Jessica enjoys reading, writing, and practicing yoga. She is available primarily via e-mail. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Peter Chace is a double major, in Marine and Environmental Biology and Policy and in Chemistry (Biochemistry concentration). He plans to pursue a doctorate in the marine sciences with interests in benthic ecology, phycology, and polar ecosystems. He works for Dr. Daneshgar in the Plant Ecology Lab and is the curator of jellyfish at Jenkinson’s Aquarium in Point Pleasant. Peter is also an officer in the Monmouth University Outdoors Club as well as an avid SCUBA and Free Diver. His personal interests include hiking, fishing, classic cars, and film. Peter is available during most of the week, usually in the evening. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Genevieve Fasano is currently pursuing a biology major with a concentration in molecular cell physiology. Genevieve is also minoring in chemistry with plans to attend medical school after graduation. She is vice president of the Student Alumni Association, co-president of the Italian club, and a researcher in Dr. Palladino’s biology lab. Outside of school, she enjoys going to the beach, traveling, reading, baking, working out, and helping others. Genevieve is available to meet any time when she is not in class; advance notice is appreciated as she is a commuter student. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Patrick Fedick is currently a double major in Chemistry, with a concentration in Advanced Chemistry, and Psychology. He is pursing three minors in Physics, Information Technology, and Philosophy. When Patrick is not in class he does research with Dr. Tongesayi and serves as a lab assistant and Peer Learning Assistant; he is always around on campus. After Monmouth he plans on working towards a PhD in an undecided area of chemistry. When not doing school-related activities at Monmouth, he enjoys reading at the beach, watching boxing and MMA, and working out. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Casie Illig is a junior majoring in Secondary Education with an endorsement in Mathematics. She is a member of the Honors School. In her spare time she follows the New York Yankees, is a fan of softball, and participates in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. She is available by appointment for meetings with mentees. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Kandria Ledesma is a junior pursuing a major in biology with a concentration in molecular cell physiology with a double minor in Chemistry and Spanish. She plans to attend medical school, specifically osteopathic medical school. On campus, she works as an SI leader for Anatomy and Physiology as well as working in the Biology department. She is also an ER scribe at JSUMC and OMC and plans to shadow a hematologist\/oncologist in the near future. Her personal interests include practicing yoga, playing the violin and piano, reading, and enjoying life. She is available by appointment as well as in the afternoons. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Chris Mahrous is currently a sophomore and is a biology major with a concentration in molecular cell physiology and a minor in chemistry. Chris is a science enthusiast and is particularly interested in the chemistry and biology of the human body. His career goal is to earn a PhD \/ MD and practice medicine in a hospital setting. Aside from academics, Chris enjoys the outdoors, sports such as soccer and football, being with friends, and enjoying life to its fullest by trying new things all of the time. Chris is very outgoing and enjoys meeting new people in hopes of making new friendships. He enjoys helping others, and understands the potential positive effects of being a peer mentor on Monmouth University First Year Students. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Monali Patel is a biology major with a concentration in molecular cell physiology and a minor in chemistry and is hoping to attend medical school after graduation. Monali is also a member of the Honors School and is a Monmouth Medical Scholar. Additionally, she stays involved on campus as a member of both Phi Eta Sigma and Circle K. In her free time, Monali enjoys playing tennis, reading, volunteering, traveling, and hanging out with family and friends. She is available for peer mentoring by request. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Natasha Powell is currently a senior pursuing a major in Biology with a Concentration in Molecular Cell Physiology. She transferred to Monmouth from St. John’s University at the beginning of her junior year, and she intends to be involved in student activities as she was in her previous school. Natasha hopes to attend Medical School where she aspires to become a Cardiologist. Her interests include cooking, dancing, traveling, reading, and playing video games. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Jessica Sponaugle is a senior marine and environmental biology and policy major with a legal studies minor. Upon graduation Jessica plans on pursuing law school to become an environmental lawyer or even gain experience in Officer Candidate School of the United States Coast Guard before achieving her J.D. Jessica is currently the President of her sorority Alpha Sigma Tau, actively involved in Tri Beta the biological honor society, and works for the School of Science as a lab assistant for the Intro to Biodiversity and Evolution course. Her personal interests include working out, playing various intramural sports, going to the beach, watching movies and hanging with friends. 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