The School of Government and Public Policy’s Peer Mentors assist our freshmen and transfer students with the transition to the University of Arizona. They assist with freshman and transfer orientations, help plan events for SGPP students, and play a role in recruiting students from the local community colleges and high schools. They also act as a point of contact for students looking for direction to resources as students acclimate.
2024 - 2025 Peer Mentors
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Parvina Sharonova
Parvina is a senior at the University of Arizona, majoring in Political Science with an emphasis on International Relations. She is also pursuing double minors in Pre-Law Thematic and Arabic.
Q: What is your favorite thing to do in your free time to de-stress?
A: I love checking out new restaurants and cafes. Sometimes I’ll go for a swim, and other times I just chill with a good movie or some Russian literature.
Q: Do you have any study tips?
A: Stay organized by using a digital calendar. Breaking tasks into smaller goals and finding a study environment that works for you could be helpful. Don’t forget to take short breaks to recharge!
Q: Where is your favorite place to study?
A: My favorite place to study is the Main Library. You can frequently see me at Scented Leaf as well.
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Jazlyn Ortega
Jazlyn is a junior at the University of Arizona pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Law and Political Science with an emphasis in Law and Public Policy.
Q: What is your favorite thing to do in your free time to de-stress?
A: My favorite things to do are talk or hang out with my friends and family and go to the gym! I love going to the workout classes offered by Campus Rec.
Q: Do you have any study tips?
A: Use ChatGPT or AI to create practice tests using your notes or a study guide and take them to practice for real exams!
Q: Where is your favorite place to study?
A: The Law Library or Yellow Brick Coffee.
DATE | EVENT | TIME | REGISTRATION LINK |
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| Thursday, September 18th | Voter Registration Drive: Register to vote with help from your Peer Mentors Outside of Social Sciences | 1:00pm - 2:30pm | N/A |
| Wednesday, October 22nd | SGPP Undergraduate Student Panel: Steps to Success! | 5:00pm - 6:30pm | RSVP HERE |
| Tuesday, December 9th | Cocoa & Cram: Study for finals with your Peer Mentors | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | TBD |
Contact a Peer Mentor
Do you have a question for our Peer Mentors? Email SGPP-PeerMentors@email.arizona.edu.