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!
Autumn Graczyk
Major: Ecology & Conservation Biology
Organizations: PAWS, Zoological Society
Academics Highlights: Zookeeping Internship at Aggieland Safari
Fun Fact: Obsessed with Billy Joel, and has over 70 liked Billy Joel songs on Spotify!
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!
Kathleen Parrish
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Organizations: Alpha Phi Omega, Dance Arts Society, Biomedical Engineering Society
Academic Highlights: 4+1 Master’s, biomaterials research, summer internship
Fun Fact: Her and her three siblings are all redhead s
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!
Payton Davis
Major: Biomedical Sciences, English minor
Organizations: President of Aggie Emeralds
Academic Highlights: Pre - Med track
Fun Fact: Has a dog named Bear!
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!
Dominic Tharakan
Major: Biology, Health Humanities minor
Organizations: Paredes -Sabja Lab, President of AMSA
Academic Highlights: Pre - med, Biology Honors
Fun Fact: Favorite activity is bouldering!
Ashlee Ochoa
Major: Public Health
Organizations: Aggie Emeralds Academic
Highlights: Pre-med, Public Health Honors
Fun Fact: Studied abroad in Barcelona during high school!
Fai Weems
Major: Geology, GIS minor
Organizations: Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS)
Highlights: Go to graduate school after graduating Dec. 2025
Fun Fact: Their rock collection has overtaken four shelves!
Josseline Martinez
Major: Education with a Concentration on Middle grades Math & Science
Organizations: First - Gen Fun Fact: Loves to coupon!
Fun Fact: She once got $130 worth of items for $20 bucks!
Katie Goclan
Major: Industrial and Systems Engineering, Business/Math minor
Organizations: IISE
Academic Highlights: Double minor
Fun Fact: Has met almost every Austin FC player!
Leslie Loza
Major: Public Health/Pursuing a Nursing Degree (BSN)
Organizations: Mexican Student Association Academic
Academic Highlights:Certified in Patient Care & as a Pharmacy Technician, and a first -gen student!
Fun Fact: She’s a middle child!
Michelle Alezano
Major: Community Health
Academic Highlights: First - Gen college student
Fun Fact: Loves chihuahuas!
Ryleigh Phillips
Major: Society, Ethics, & Law, Spanish and Philosophy minors
Organization: Pre - Law Society, Twelve
Academic Highlights: Honors, pursuing law school, studied abroad and interned at an immigration law firm in Spain
Fun Fact: Has a pet turkey and is fluent in Spanish!
Tejas Vaidya
Major: Industrial Distribution, Computer Science minor
Organization: SAE AERO, PAID
Academic Highlights: Interned at Reece Group in sales/operations, and data analytics/supply chain transformation
Fun Fact: Builds planes!
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
Laura Gonzales
Major: Masters of Urban Planning
Organizations: Association of Student Planners
Highlights: I love drawing, baking cinnamon rolls, and roller skating !
Fun Fact: First - Gen student, studied abroad in Chile, and an APA student -member !
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.
Maddy Munoz
Major: Psychology, minor in Women and Gender Studies
Organizations: Aggie Royals, Club Tennis
Highlights: Plans to pursue a PhD in counseling psychology, Dean’s Honor Roll and a distinguished student.
Fun Fact: First - Loves playing instruments and hopes to practice musical therapy.
Nat Chumpirom
Major: Forensic & Investigative Sciences, Chemistry and Anthropology minors
Organizations: SAE Formula Electric Marketing (FSAE EV), Intramural Taekwondo
Highlights: Interned at the Collin County District Attorney’s Office
Fun Fact: First - American Red Cross - certified CPR/AED/First Aid instructor!
San Dulal
Major: Industrial and Systems Engineering
Academic Highlights: First - Gen through the Engineering Academies Program
Fun Fact: Fluent in 4 languages and is an artist!
Veronika Hyska
Major: Marketing
Academic Highlights: SDean’s List, Kohl’s Assistant Buying Internship
Fun Fact: Has dual citizenship with the Czech Republic!