ACADEMIC PEER MENTORS
Academic Peer Mentors provide a variety of services to help A&M students reach their version of academic success!
Our staff is filled with a large range of majors/minors and career paths that are relatable to all students. We provide informational programs, student one-on-ones, and academic coaching for all students at A&M. Stop by our offices to check out what we can do for you!
Programs and Services
Academic Check-Ups
Academic Check-Ups (ACUs) are 1-on-1 meetings with an APM to discuss academic strategies, campus resources, or general college life. Meeting frequency and meeting length is up to the mentee and thus gives the student freedom o discuss any and all concerns they may have. Sign up for an ACU today using this link below:
Collaborative Programs
APMs work alongside staff in the residence halls and apartments to plan academic programs. These programs benefit residents by promoting a healthy, well-rounded university experience with a focus on academics. APMs also deliver information to on-campus organizations in order to spread awareness about our services. To request a Collaborative Program with an APM click the link below. Make a Request
REVTalks
REVTalks are campus-wide events where panelists discuss academic topics and share their experiences. Past topics have focused on study abroad, test prep, ETAM, and more.
Office Hours
Drop in and ask any general academic or campus-related questions you have! We can discuss your academic progress, schedule, campus involvement, or whatever else you need. Don’t have time to stop by but you still have questions? Contact us using the information at the bottom of this page!
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Become an APM
Applications are available via the jobs for Aggies Student Employment Office, found online at jobsforaggies.tamu.edu. After an applicant has submitted all requested application items (application questions and résumé), they will be contacted via email with the application status.
For candidates offered interviews, there will be a Group Process & Individual interview with a date and location to be announced via email. Those selected for the position must attend mandatory training before the start of each semester.
In the past, APM training has been scheduled 1-2 weeks before the start of each semester. If APMs participate in a student organization that has a conflicting event during this time, Residence Life will ask that they attend training. Competing academic commitments will be approved on a case-by-case basis.
The Academic Peer Mentor application available via jobsforaggies.tamu.edu includes basic demographic information including Grade Point Ratio, Major(s), Minor(s), contact information and other common information. In addition to the demographic information, applicants will be asked to submit the following documents.
Professional Résumé: On a separate sheet of paper, submit a professional résumé (maximum two (2) pages, but one (1) page preferred) with this application outlining your job experience, leadership or organizational involvement, awards/honors, and other information you feel is relevant.
Remember to list any extracurricular involvement at Texas A&M University. Do not include references here. We recommend visiting the Career Center to get feedback on your résumé. The Career Center offers walk-in hours for résumé review.
• Provide regular, one-on-one peer academic coaching to students who live on campus
• Raise academic expectations with engagement and compassion through programs and services
• Serving as a resource to connect students with programs and initiatives that enhance learning and success
• Partnering with hall staff to foster campus community and feelings of belonging on-campus
• Offer opportunities for academic and personal development within the residence halls
Minimum Qualifications: APMs are expected to have at least one year of on-campus living experience, possess full-time student status, and maintain a 3.0 Grade Point Ratio.
Academic Peer Mentor Compensation includes an hourly starting compensation of $13.50 and increases yearly.
APMs with at least one semester of experience can apply for the Senior Academic Peer Mentor position, which starts at an hourly salary of $15.75.
2nd year salary:
• APM: $13.80
• SAPM: $16.05
3rd year salary:
• APM: $14.20
• SAPM: $16.45
4th year salary:
• APM: $14.75
• SAPM: $17
Training is mandatory for all Academic Peer Mentors. APM training will begin 1-2 weeks before Howdy Week for the fall semester. During training weeks (one week for fall and one week for spring), APM training will be the priority.
If APMs participate in student organizations that have a conflicting event during this time, Residence Life will ask that they attend training. Competing academic commitments will be approved on a case-by-case basis.
Please check jobsforaggies.tamu.edu for the most recent application.
Academic Peer Mentor Contact
Academic Peer Mentors
Location: Hullabaloo 125 and Commons 102
Hours of Operation: M-R 9:00am – 8:00 pm, F: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Phone: 979.458.5466 (Hullabaloo) & 979.458.5068 (Commons)
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @apm_tamu
CSI Contact
Community Success Initiatives
Location: White Creek Community Center 140 | Map
Hours of Operation: 8:00am – 5:00pm, M – F
Phone: 979.458.0343
Email: [email protected]
Meet The APM Team
Mckeena Walter
Major: Psychology, Sociology
minor Organizations: MORPH & WHOOP
Academic Highlights: She’s researching grad schools for Marriage and Family Therapy!
Fun Fact: Has 7 siblings!
Cate Miller
Major: Sociology Academic
Organizations: Blinn TEAM
Fun Fact: Has an orange cat named Smelly!
Jorge Peredo
Major: Statistics, Mathematics and Astrophysics minor
Organizations: Aggie Data Science Club, Aggie Climbing Community
Academic Highlights: Initially admitted to Texas A&M to pursue a major in Meteorology
Fun Fact: Loves watching Formula 1 and growing his astrophotography portfolio!
Kaitlyn Young
Major: Statistics major, economics minor
Organizations: Aggie Babes, Texas Aggie Democrats
Academic Highlights: Plans to pursue a masters in public policy. Dean's honor roll and distinguished student in the college of arts and sciences.
Leslie Loza
Major: Public Health/Pursuing a Nursing Degree (BSN)
Organizations: Mexican Student Association
Academic Highlights: Certified in Patient Care & as a Pharmacy Technician, and a first -generation student!
Fun Fact: She’s a middle child!
Megan Pahl
Major: Accounting (Bachelor’s and Master’s)
Organizations: Patriot Paws Academic
Academic Highlights: 5 -year masters program for accounting, internships with Century A/C Supply and Helios Service Partners
Fun Fact: Helped raise 10 service dogs to go to veterans with PTSD!
Adriana Tzorin de Leon
Major: Allied Health
Organizations: Latino Medical Student Association, Finding Resources for Underprivileged Groups in Aggieland
Academic Highlights: First Generation, Pre-Med, Associates Degree from High School
Silas Reznik
Major: Master’s in Medical Science
Academic Highlights: Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas A&M
Fun Fact: Grew ghost peppers once and ate one!
Katie Goclan
Major: Industrial and Systems Engineering with a Minor in Mathematics
Academic Highlights: Student researcher for Ocean Engineering Department
Ashlee Ochoa
Major: Public Health
Organizations: Aggie Emeralds Academic
Highlights: Pre-med, Public Health Honors
Fun Fact: Studied abroad in Barcelona during high school!
Tanmayee Chandupatla
Major: Biology
Organizations: MORPH (an organization supporting the foster community), Minority Association of PreMed Students
Abby Wooddell
Major: Industrial Distribution
Organizations: MORPH (Molding Ourselves and Reaching People’s Hearts)
Madison Ngo
Major: Biomedical Sciences, Public Health minor
Organizations: Asian Presidents' Council & Future Aggie Physician Assistants
Academic Highlights: Pre-PA track
Naomi Macmanus
Major: Biology
Organization: The Big Event
Academic Highlights: First in family to go medical route, planning to pursue doctorate
Landry Webb
Major: Human Resources Management
Organization:Human Environmental Animal Team, AgsREACH
Academic Highlights: Completed summer internship at Kingwood Methodist Church, plans to pursue an MBA with HR specialization
Laura Latt
Major: Civil Engineering, Minor in Mathematics
Organization:American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Student Engineers' Council (SEC), & Sounding Rocketry Team (SRT)
Academic Highlights: I interned at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport this summer!
Kate Hudson
Major: Human Resource Development, minors in Business and Psychology
Organizations: Gamma Phi Beta and Fish Camp
Highlights: Blinn TEAM, wants to pursue a master’s in HR Management at Mays Business
Fun Fact: Ted Lasso is her favorite show
Madison Munoz
Major: Psychology with a minor in Women and Gender Studies
Organizations: Club tennis, Aggie Royals, Alpha Zeta Chi, Psychology Club
Jimena Garcia
Major: Statistics with a minor in Computer Science
Organizations: Aggie Data Science Club and First -Generation Org
Highlights: First - Gen Student, Graduating Early
Fun Fact: First - Has a dog named Chucho!
Juan Olmedo
Major: Industrial Distribution
Organizations: Corp of Cadets
Highlights: Enjoys organizing his calendar and Canvas for academic success
Fun Fact: First - Born in Argentina and has 4 siblings
Laura Packer
Major: Biomedical Sciences, Psychology minor
Organizations: Choudhury Lab
Highlights: Honors Program and pursuing a master's in Genetic counseling!
Fun Fact: First - Has 20/20 vision in one eye & the other is a free loader.
Charity Chern
Major: Chemical Engineering
Organizations: Society of Women Engineers, KARURA
Highlights: Engineering Honors
Brianna Patel
Major: Marketing
Organization:TAMU Pre-Law Society, Fish Camp
Academic Highlight: Plans to go to grad school after graduating in 2028, Bookkeeping Intern
Ally Podnar
Major: Psychology
Academic Highlights:Psychology honors
Organization: Psychology Club, Occupational Therapy Society, Ags REACH