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Mental Health Peer Educators
2016-2017

Marian Trattner, MSW

Marian Trattner, MSW
Program Coordinator

I practice self-care by talking to my partner, hanging out with friends, calling my Mom, spending time alone, reading, and exercising.

Gustavo Molinar

Gustavo Molinar
Teaching Assistant

Major: B.S. Psychology, B.A. Health & Society

I practice self-care by running, hiking, and taking pictures (photography is a major hobby!). I will be pursuing my master's degree in Higher Education in Student Affairs after graduation.

Allie Hayes

Allie Hayes

Major: Civil Engineering

I practice self-care by listening to my favorite jams and eating delicious, (usually) healthy food. In the future, I hope to build more sustainable and efficient cities.

Azza Matthia

Azza Matthia

Major: Psychology

I practice self-care by working out, getting enough sleep, and counseling. In the future, I hope to attend graduate school for clinical psychology and earn my PhD.

Bunmi Akindona

Bunmi Akindona

Major: Psychology and Sociology

I practice self-care by writing, singing, and taking time for myself to decompress. In the future, I hope to attend graduate school as well as help reform the criminal justice system.

David Aghado

David Aghado

Major: Neuroscience and Biochemistry, Pre-Healt

I practice self-care by listening to music, exercising, and meditating. In the future, I hope to become a doctor focusing in Neurology.

Emily Zhang

Emily Zhang

Major: Public Health

I practice self-care by traveling to new places, watching movies, and exploring the outdoors. In the future, I hope to attend medical school and become a physician.

Holly Bowles

Holly Bowles

Major: Public Health

I practice self-care by journaling and setting time aside to spend with friends and read for pleasure. In the future, I hope to be in a position where I am able to help people.

Jess Pink

Jess Pink

Major: Psychology

I practice self-care by exercising, meditating, and having meaningful conversation with my friends. In the future, I hope to attend graduate school in counseling psychology.

Katarina de la Rosa

Katarina de la Rosa

Major: Economics and Government

I practice self-care by drinking a warm cup of tea. In the future, I hope to attend graduate school and work in the foreign service.

Kori Epstein

Kori Epstein

Major: Psychology, Pre-Occupational Therapist

I practice self-care by spending time with friends, running, and practicing gratitude. In the future, I hope to become a pediatric occupational therapist.

Kristen Luu

Kristen Luu

Major: Biology

I practice self-care by listening to music, calling my family, and taking long showers. In the future, I hope to become a physician's assistant.

McKenna Gessner

McKenna Gessner

Major: Plan II Honors and Public Health

I practice self-care by taking time to express gratitude throughout the day. In the future, I hope to become a doctor or expert in Women’s health.

Mehraz Rahman

Mehraz Rahman

Major: Plan II Honors and Management Information System

I practice self-care by reading a book and talking to my friends. In the future, I hope to attend law school to practice immigration or civil rights law.

Miranda Weed

Miranda Weed

Major: Biology

I practice self-care by taking the time out of my week to do something that I really enjoy like going on a hike at the Greenbelt or reading a book for fun. In the future, I hope to attend pharmacy or medical school.

Nihki Sivagnanakumar

Nihki Sivagnanakumar

Major: Biology

I practice self-care by writing in a gratitude journal and scheduling time for myself. In the future, I hope to attend graduate school and become a clinical psychologist.

Riley Pirinelli

Riley Pirinelli

Major: Chemistry and Psychology

I practice self-care by spending time with friends as well as reading good books, knitting, and taking bubble baths. In the future, I hope to go to medical school and become a psychiatrist.

Tae Kim

Tae Kim

Major: Exercise Science

I practice self-care by exercising - whether it's running or basketball. In the future, I hope to become a physical therapist.

Trevor Sivin

Trevor Sivin

Major: Mechanical Engineering

I practice self-care by taking a walk without listening to music and fully immerse myself in my environment. In the future, I hope to work in a city close to mountains.

Vandita Kumbham

Vandita Kumbham

Major: Public Health with a Business Foundations Certificate

I practice self-care by taking time with myself, spending time with friends, or watching funny videos. In the future, I hope to attend graduate school for Public Health.

Yanusha Yogarajh

Yanusha Yogarajh

Major: Social Work

I practice self-care by singing, playing ukulele, and spending time with loved ones. In the future, I hope to pursue a master's degree in Social Work.

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