The Honors College Mentor Program
The Honors College Mentors are current Honors students from different colleges and majors. Mentors help incoming first-year and transfer students adjust to the Honors College and the University of Maine academic experience.
You can learn more about our current mentors below.
Benefits for Mentees:
Benefits for Mentors:
- Academic Support: Help with time management, study strategies, note taking strategies and exams preparation.
- Personal Development: Guidance on goal setting, stress management, and building confidence.
- Campus Navigation: Support navigating campus resources and opportunities.
- Social Support: A friendly face to help you feel connected
- Opportunity to develop leadership skills
- Opportunity to network
- Learning new perspectives from a diverse group of students
- Enhance students’ Honors College experience
- Contribute to community building and professional development of students
Check out this article in The Maine Campus about the Honors College Mentor Program, written by Alexa Rose Perocillo!
Learn more about the Honors College Mentors Below!
Amelia Bradford
Major: Anthropology
Year: Third Year
Interests: art, music, ancient and medieval history
What I can offer as a mentor: I am so excited to be part of the Mentor Program in the Honors College! I’m very passionate about a wide range of topics from art to music to ancient/medieval history. As a mentor, I am well-equipped to share my enthusiasm for making connections on campus and with other like-minded individuals. I love reaching out and finding new places or people to meet as well as forging strong bonds with the instructors at UMaine. I have a lot of experience being part of an ensemble, either in orchestra or in theater, so I am a team player with a knack for listening and communication.
Kathryn Busko
Major: Ecology & Environmental Science and Journalism double major
Year: Third Year
Interests: swimming, knitting, crocheting, reading, and being outside
What I can offer as a mentor: I participate in a variety of extracurricular activities on campus from Swim Club to Fiber Arts Club to the Wilson Center. I am also part of several communities here. I am confident I will be able to connect you to resources and help you find a sense of belonging. As a mentor, I can offer academic support, help with time management, and advice from my own first-year experience. College isn’t always smooth sailing, but I learned a lot about who I am. I imagine you will too, and I would like to help you on that journey.
Lillian Campbell
Major: Microbiology
Year: Third Year
Interests:
What I can offer as a mentor: Hello everyone! Outside of this program, you can find me all around campus! I am a resident assistant in Penobscot, a research assistant in the King lab, and a teaching assistant. I also volunteer for a hotline outside of campus! I have my fair share of navigating challenging classes while juggling other commitments, and I am happy to help you navigate through campus as well! Being involved as a STEM student can be hard, but it is incredibly important for personal growth and career opportunities. A fun fact about me is that I am also from Kansas! So I also know what it is like to be far from home and come to a place where everything and everyone is new. My experiences and activities enable me to provide support in time management, utilizing campus resources, organization, networking, and overall adjustment to a new environment. I want to help other people have the amazing experience I have had in the Honors College.
Ezekiel Delorme
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Year: Second Year
Interests: music, reading, writing, baking, and making creative projects
What I can offer as a mentor: Talking with other people and actively working on communication skills is important to me. I believe that no matter what interests you, a strong personal foundation is the basis for happiness in life. Using that perspective, as well as my experience as an engineering student and a member of Student Government, I hope to be a resource for you to direct any questions about courses, campus life, or really anything else!
Mo Drammeh
Major: Ecology & Environmental Science with a concentration in Earth and Climate Sciences and a minor in English
Year: Third Year
Interests: writing, reading, and I have recently taken up crocheting in my free time.
What I can offer as a mentor: I enjoy writing, reading, and have recently taken up crocheting in my free time. I have experience applying to fellowships and positions in both literary and scientific fields and can help with those processes accordingly! I can connect you with resources on campus that will help with your academic success.
Carolina Diaz
Major: Animal & Veterinary Sciences
Year: Third Year
Interests: baking, cooking, soccer, painting, and playing the guitar
What I can offer as a mentor: I am ecstatic to be a part of a team that encourages and guides students towards a path of success! As a mentor, I love supporting others the best way that I can. I believe that my positive energy will spread to others making me able to connect and leave a mark on someone new. I’ve had many leadership roles in the past, so I believe I’m equipped to lead someone in the right direction while seeing the student as the person they are. I feel like having strong empathy for others allows me to look at several perspectives and gives me the ability to give someone different options for academic support. As a first generation student, I know It’s easy to get lost in a new environment, so having someone that’ll point you in the right direction can start you off on a positive note!
Laila Fairchild
Major: Psychology
Year: Second Year
Interests: writing, music, reading, spending time with friends and family, baking (when at home), and getting involved in my community
What I can offer as a mentor: As an Honors College mentor, I hope to offer guidance and a listening ear as you make your transition into college and the Honors College. In my own experience, some of the most important things you learn during your first year are time and stress management. As your mentor, I can offer you guidance in finding a routine that fits your needs and support you during the ups and downs of the year. The Honors College has connected me to some of my favorite professors, friends, and peers while also developing a unique academic skill set that has already benefited me greatly. And so, I hope to help you create a positive experience at UMaine and the Honors College as well. I look forward to encouraging you and being your ally as you navigate such an exciting and new time in your life!
William “Hayna” Francis
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Year: Second Year
Interests: running, hiking/camping, quality time with friends, music, and volunteering
What I can offer as a mentor: As a mentor, I can offer insight into what to expect regarding campus life, personal experiences from my first year as an Honors student, and how to separate your personal/ social life from academic life. I am a patient, easy to talk to, insightful, open-minded, and an understanding person who loves to talk. Outside of being a mentor, I am a member of Camp Kesem, the Club Track and Field team, Honors Cup Planning Committee, Honors College Student Leadership Council, and Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. I am happy to work with you!
Brynn Lilly
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Year: Second Year
Interests: healthcare, biology, math, running, swimming, tennis, hiking, and music
What I can offer as a mentor: Participating in the Honors College as somebody studying engineering is a unique and challenging position. It is typically pretty credit-heavy in your first couple of years, so I can guide you on how to best navigate this process and balance your course load. Additionally, I am involved in numerous extracurriculars, which I recommend as a great way to meet new people! Together, we can work on finding resources for help in your classes, create a studying/homework schedule, and find extracurriculars/clubs you want to join.
Tatyanna McCourt
Major: Psychology
Year: Third Year
Interests: reading, being around friends and family, music, and traveling
What I can offer as a mentor: I can offer my experience of being a first year student in the Honors College along with my guidance, my patience, my confidence, my support, my honesty, and so much more. I will be your ally, making you feel like someone is always on your team. As a mentor, I will work with you to help you achieve your academic goals.
Raina Movalia
Major: Communication Sciences and Disorders & Psychology
Year: Second Year
Interests: healthcare, music, art, drawing, painting, writing, spending time with friends and family
What I can offer as a mentor: As a mentor, I can bring my experiences as an Honors student and strong understanding of how to succeed in college to offer guidance, support, and serve as a drawing board for your own ideas and goals. I can help connect you to a variety of resources, build essential skills such as time management and communication skills, and support you as you navigate the beginning of your college journey. Additionally, I am involved in multiple extracurriculars and work as a student researcher in a campus lab, and can share insight on how to connect with others and take advantage of the many opportunities available at UMaine. I know the transition to college can bring a mix of emotions, from excitement to daunting to stressful, and I want to help smooth that transition by creating a welcoming space where you feel supported and confident to tackle anything that comes your way. During my first year in the Honors College, I learned so much about myself and the world around me, and I hope I can be a resource as you begin this new chapter of your life.
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Arianna Perdomo
Major: Human Dimensions of Climate Change and International Affairs
Year: Second Year
Interests: the environment, volunteering, reading, arts and crafts, spending time with friends and family
What I can offer as a mentor: Hi! In addition to being an Honors mentor, I am also a tour guide with Team Maine, a Honors Ambassador, and member of Sophomore Eagles society. Through these roles, I’ve gained a strong understanding of campus life and am here to help you navigate the many opportunities available at UMaine. I really believe that involvement and connecting with others is extremely important—especially in college, where there are so many ways to get involved and grow. I offer support with time management, organization, and campus resources, and as a first-generation Latina college student, I also bring a unique perspective to the college transition. My goal is to create a welcoming, supportive space where you feel comfortable and confident. The Honors College offers so many exciting opportunities, and I’m excited to help you make the most of them!
Alexa Rose Perocillo
Major: Journalism with a minor in International Affairs
Year: Third Year
Interests: singing, dancing, writing, and traveling.
What I can offer as a mentor: As a mentor, I can offer academic guidance, advice, support, and feedback on your progress as a first-year Honors College student. I will be patient, understanding, and open-minded in helping you form an academic routine that will help you achieve your academic goals as well as balance extracurricular activities.
Micah Shelenberger
Major: Ecology and Environmental Science with a minor in Legal Studies
Year: Third Year
Interests: reading, writing, spending time with friends and getting outdoors
What I can offer as a mentor: I participate in several extracurriculars and the Maine Bound Adventure Center. I am also involved in Army ROTC and Sigma Phi Epsilon. As a mentor I can help you get connected around campus, give support to students in Army ROTC, and answer questions about fraternity life and being an out state student.
Anya Shulman
Major: Animal & Veterinary Sciences
Year: Third Year
Interests: animals, art, spending time with family and friends, nature, and biology
What I can offer as a mentor:Hello! I’m so excited to be a peer mentor this year! I’m passionate about supporting other students and helping them succeed in both academic and personal goals. I’ve served as an Honors College peer facilitator, a Maine Learning Assistant (MLA) for BIO 100 and BIO 200, and I work as a veterinary assistant in an emergency clinic. In my personal life, I’ve volunteered at a wildlife rehabilitation center, coached middle school basketball, and worked as a camp counselor! At home, I enjoy spending time on my family’s hobby farm and with my snakes. I’m here to help you navigate your Honors College experience, guide you to the best resources for you, and be someone you can talk to as you pursue your goals!