Honors College Peer Mentoring Program

The purpose of the Peer mentoring program is to help incoming students adjust to life at University of West Georgia and the Honors experience by enhancing group support and community within the Honors College.

Peer mentors are current upper division students in the Honors College that work with groups of 5-10 newly admitted Honors College students throughout the academic year.

In addition to small group meetings and events determined by the mentor/mentee groups, the Peer Mentors also work with the Honors Council, the student governing body of the Honors College to plan several large-scale meetings and community engagement events and help facilitate student involvement in these activities.

Peer MentoringObjectives, Details, and Application

Peer Mentoring Objectives

To enhance group support and community within the Honors College
To assist new students with transition to UWG
To encourage mutually beneficial, positive and lasting relationships between students
To provide peer mentors with opportunities for developing skills in leadership, group facilitation, communication and event-planning
To enhance mentees’ abilities to interact comfortably with people and groups from diverse backgrounds

Peer Mentor Details

Being a Peer Mentor is a great opportunity for upper division students to serve the Honors College community. Students serving as mentors will receive community engagement hours for their volunteer service. As such, peer mentors are expected to meet the following requirements:

Participate in a mandatory ½ day training session that will take place at the end of Spring Semester and a refresher training at the beginning of Fall Semester
Provide a picture and bio to be posted on the Honors College Website
Introduce yourself to your mentees prior to Fall Semester
Attend the Welcome Activities and Honors College Cookout before Fall classes begin to meet your mentees
Meet with mentees as a group at least 3 times each semester and help facilitate student involvement in and the planning of Honors College/Honors Council community engagement and social events
Maintain an open line of communication throughout the semester with mentees
Remind students about upcoming events and encourage students to attend programs sponsored by the Honors College and/or Honors Council
Refer students to campus resources
Log all contact dates you have with your mentees using the student contact form
Meet with the Honors College Advisor once a month before or after the designated Monday Night Honors events.
Attend Monday Night Honors events at 5pm; plan at least one Popcorn and Conversation series topic with Mentoring Group

Peer Mentor Application

All applicants must have completed at least 30 credit hours and be in good academic standing in the Honors College to be considered for the positions of Peer Mentor. If you are unsure of your Honors College Standing, please email honors@westga.edu.

We are now accepting applications for Peer Mentors for the 2023-2024 Academic year. To apply, click here. The application deadline is April 1st.

Peer Mentee Details

Students are assigned to mentoring groups with students with similar majors or majors within the same college.

Once paired, students will be provided with the name of their mentor. Before arriving on campus, students will receive an introduction email from their mentor and will have an opportunity to meet with their mentor at the Honors College Cookout before classes begin in August.

Throughout the academic year, there will be many opportunities for students to engage with their mentoring group through small group meetings and other Honors College meetings and events. We hope this program will allow students the opportunity to ask questions, meet new friends, get involved, build connections, and start to become part of the Honors College community of scholars.

Peer Mentoring Leaders

Peer Mentoring Groups 2025-2026
Peer Mentor	Peer Mentor Bio
Dennasia Bellamy
Genesis Briceno, Biology	Hi! My name is Genesis, and I am majoring in Biology. In addition to serving as a peer mentor for the Honors College, I also work as a peer tutor and peer academic coach in the Center for Academic Success at UWG. If you need resources or have any questions or concerns about college, please don't hesitate to reach out! I am looking forward to assisting all new incoming students with their transition to the university and the Honors College!
Madison Brooks
Moriah Burns, Biology	Hi! My name is Moriah Burns, and I’m currently a sophomore Biology major with a minor in History at the University of West Georgia. I’m also a second-year student in the Honors College. I’m really looking forward to getting to know each of my mentees and supporting you throughout your journey!
Terra Corson, Psychology	Hey guys! My name is Terra and I’m a junior at UWG majoring in Psychology and minoring in Gender and Sexuality Studies. After graduation I plan on getting my Masters in Social Work and working in the foster care system. I’ve been part of the Honors College since my first semester freshman year and have loved every minute of it! This will be my second year as a peer mentor and I’m super excited for it! I look forward to meeting you guys soon!
Tawni Davis
Gabrielle Gruber, Criminology	Hi, I am Gabrielle (Gaby) Gruber and I am majoring in Criminology with a minor in Psychology. This is my second year at West Georgia. I have loved being a part of the Honors College this past year, it has helped me do more than just go to class and has helped me meet new people. I am excited to work with new Honors College students and help them with the transition to UWG.
Dominique Guinn, Psychology	My name is Dominique Guinn, and I am a sophomore here at UWG. I am from Conyers, GA and I major in Psychology with a minor in Criminology and Real Estate. I am also apart of Student Government Association here at UWG. This is my first year serving with the UWG’s Honors college council, and I am very excited to make a positive impact for all students!!!
Amber Horton, Psychology	My name is Amber Horton, and I am from Dawsonville, Georgia. I am a sophomore majoring in Psychology with the plan to become a Pediatric Neuropsychologist. In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, reading, and taking my dog to the park.
Emma Huddlestun, Psychology & Biology	My name is Emma Huddlestun and I am a junior at UWG! I am double majoring in Psychology and Biology and plan on becoming a Neuropsychologist. I love hiking, painting, writing, and listening to music. I am very excited to be a peer mentor this year!
Elora Kennard
Eliana Mateus
Hannah Neptune, Speech Pathology	Hey! My name is Hannah Neptune and I’m majoring in Speech Pathology. I’m entering my junior year at the University of West Georgia. I love being a part of the Honors College and I am even more excited to be your Peer Mentor this year! The Honors College has helped support my college journey and brought me the most wonderful friends and I know it will bring you the same joy as well. Go Wolves!
Lindsey Nesbitt, Physics	Hey! My name is Lindsey Nesbitt, and I am a Physics major entering my sophomore year at the University of West Georgia. I have been a part of the honors college since my freshman year, with this wonderful program being an anchor for transition to college. Allowing one to find lifelong friends and mentors to help along the way during this important period of life. I’m excited to mentor the next generation of wolves in the Honors program. I hope that I will be a great help to my mentees! Go West! Go Wolves!
Favour Osuzoka, Accounting	Hi! I’m Favour Osuzoka, a sophomore from Nigeria majoring in Accounting with a minor in Marketing. I’m so excited to welcome you to UWG and help make your college journey fun and stress-free! Being in the Honors College has given me amazing experiences and lifelong friends, and I’d love to help you find that too. I’m always here to spread positivity, answer your questions, and help make campus feel like home. College can be a big transition, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m cheering you on every step of the way!
Amelia Shelton, Anthropology & Sociology	Hi! My name is Amelia Shelton, and I am studying Anthropology with a double major in Sociology. I’m in my sophomore year here at UWG and I’m so excited to peer mentor with the Honors College! Being in the honors program my freshman year was an amazing experience and how I met most of my friends on campus, so I hope I can help incoming students have a fulfilling first year as well!
Kayla Snyder, Elementary Education	Hello everyone! My name is Kayla Snyder and my major is Elementary Education! This will be my second year at the University of West Georgia, and I am so excited to have this opportunity to be a peer mentor. The Honors College has given me so many opportunities and allowed me to truly make the most out of my college experience. It has allowed me to create unforgettable memories and lifelong friends. I can't wait to help incoming wolves make their mark on campus and show my support during this transformative period of their lives. I'm always here to help, so feel free to reach out!
Kaleigh Solis Wilson, English	Hello! My name is Kaleigh Solis Wilson. I am studying English and minoring in Enterprise Systems and Data Analytics. Congratulations on being accepted into the Honors College program! I look forward to being your person to call on when you have any questions or concerns regarding the Honors College or UWG in general. May your transition into college be a smooth one and God bless!