Peer Navigators
Peer Navigators support their peers in the battle against food and basic needs insecurities. They aid in the Wellness Center’s Health, Human Services, and Nutrition programming providing support for the Mobile Markets, food pantries, other Fuel for Success Food Campaign Initiatives, educational programs, and other initiatives.
Current Peer Navigators
Biography
- Personal Information: My name is Muhammad Aziz and it’s my last semester in MC.
- Major Career Path: My major is Info science and I plan on getting my bachelors with a major of Info science and a minor of business.
- Hobbies and Interests: My hobbies are playing sports such as Wrestling and soccer which I really enjoy playing with my friends. I am excited to work as a peer navigator in MC and showcase my skills in assisting my fellow college mates.
Biography
- Personal Information: My name is Ishara. I am from Srilanka, an Island in the Indian Ocean.
- Major Career Path: I am majoring in Homeland Security and plan to continue at the University of Maryland. I also plan to start my own business while pursuing my degree.
- Hobbies and Interests: I love to travel to new places and bring souvenirs from the places I visit. I love to do DIY crafts, painting, and stitching.
- Tips for Their Peers: Some of the tips I have followed over the years as a student is time management. As a mom of two children under 5 years, I plan my work ahead of time and I stick to my timetable which resulted in my success in college.
Biography
- Personal Introduction: Hi my name is Isabel Henriquez, and I am Honduran. As a First-Generation student I attend Montgomery College because of the community and the values it holds.
- Major/Intended Career Path: My major is currently Business, but it will become Accounting once I transfer out of MC. My goal is to attend UMD’s School of Business where I plan on earning my bachelor’s degree and perhaps pursue my master’s as well. Once I have achieved all of this, I hope to become an advisory accountant in the future.
- Hobbies and Interests: My personal interests are dance, music, and food. I take dance classes such as salsa, bachata, and mambo when I have free time. It introduces me to new music, rhythms, and styles of dance. I love trying new food and I enjoy sharing all my experiences with my friends and family.
- Tips for My Peers: As I enter my second year at MC, I want to emphasize how helpful a planner is. It helps me with time management and maintaining a balance between my personal life and school. Lastly, check your emails! Most of the time emails provide opportunities to get free snacks, tutoring, financial assistance, and so much more. MC has many great resources but we as students must utilize them to ensure an enjoyable student experience.
About Me
Years at MC: 1 year
Major: Criminal Justice
Hobbies: Video games and watching sports.
Tips for MC students:
Explore some clubs that you are interested in.
Try your best to maintain your schedule as much as possible.
About Me
- Personal Information: I'm from Japan and this is second year in MC.
- Major Career Path: My major is General Studies
- Hobbies and Interests: I enjoy drawing, gaming, watching anime and YouTube, as well as reading manga.
- Tips for Their Peers: My tips for Students is that when you hit a wall, don't be afraid to ask for help. Making a to-do list or schedule for your classes and managing time will help for you.
Biography
- Personal Information: Nice to meet all of you! My career at MC was coincidental but it was a good twist to my story. I absolutely adore the community here and I am glad to be a part of MC.
- Major Career Path: I am majoring in business, just like the other 80% of the students here. I do intend to complete my bachelor's and go to Law School afterward. Wherever I end up, I will always be grateful that I started my college career here in MC.
- Hobbies and interests: A little info about me is that I am either always sleepy or excited, there is no in-between. I love to travel and explore new things, and I am always down to meet new friends.
- Tips for Their Peers: The one advice that I would give is to just live life. Don't waste it. Do whatever you
Biography
- Personal Introduction: I am a full-time international student majoring in Public Health Science Program. I have experience working in the health and education fields as a Physical Therapist and as a Professor in my home country.
- Major Career Path: I would like to work on developing, providing, and improving educational information based on science and research to improve health and wellness in populations.
- Hobbies and Interests: I love enjoying nature when I am at outdoor activities like walking, running, and hiking. I also love to practice Yoga and spend time playing with my dog. I am interested in traveling to meet people and learn about cultures and languages.
- Tips for Their Peers:
- Listen to your mates, professors, and leaders. There is always something new you can learn from everyone.
- Take care of your body, mind, and soul to succeed in your life!
Biography
- Personal Information: Hello, I am a Peer2Peer student assistant as well as a full-time student.
- Major Career Path: I am currently majoring in computer engineering and plan to transfer to the University of Maryland after getting my associate's at Montgomery College.