Meet the ELS Peer Leaders

Learn more about the 2023-2024 ELS Peer Leaders! If you’d like to book an Engagement Coaching session with an ELS Peer Leader, be sure to click their name to view their office hours so you know when they are available for coaching sessions.

My name is Chioma and I am a second-year pre-med student. Throughout my time at UGA, I have been able to truly make Athens feel like home by getting involved. I am so excited to help others build community and find their place in Bulldog Nation. In my free time, I like to cook, watch movies, and listen to music.

Ask Me About: Undergraduate Research, Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation, Dawg Camp, African Student Union, American Medical Student Association, Trio

Office Hours
Monday 8 AM – 11 AM

Hi! My name is Zaina and I am a second-year Political Science major from Sugar Hill, GA. In addition to being an ELS peer leader, Iserves as the Community Outreach Co-Chair for the Black Affairs Council, as well as a Football Ambassador through Georgia Daze. In my free time, you will probably find me in the ELS, or in O-House (a.k.a the best dining hall).

Ask Me About: Black Affairs Council, Football Ambassador, African Student Union

Office Hours
Tuesday 8:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Thursday 10 AM – 10:45 AM
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Hi, my name is Rayna! I am a second-year with majors in Biology, Psychology, and Sociology. I love how UGA allows students to carve out their unique path to success, and I’m excited to help you find yours! You can usually find me at the MLC heading to an event, or studying just before one! 

Ask Me About: Honors College, Student Government Association; University Council; Georgia Daze; Undergraduate Research; Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP), Pamoja Dance Company, Multicultural Services and Programs 

Office Hours

Monday, 11:30 AM – 1 PM 

Friday, 11:30 AM – 1 PM 

Hey everyone!! My name is Lorraine Djossou and I am a 3rd Year Regenerative Bioscience student from Jonesboro, Georgia on the Pre-Physician Assistant Track!! I love to listen to music, make friends, and getting coffee! I am passionate about helping others get more involved on campus, and I can not wait to help you find your family at UGA :)!! 

Ask Me About: MSSA, IMPACT UGA, Pre-PA Club, Girls in Healthcare, TriO Support Services 

Office Hours 

Thursday, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM 



What’s up! My name is Jalen Edusei, and I am from Acworth, Georgia. I am a second-year majoring in computer systems engineering with a minor in mathematics. I love to travel, play games, and listen to music. You’ll probably find me at Driftmier studying or at the IM Fields playing tennis. I’m very excited to help you get involved at UGA!

Ask Me About:National Society of Black Engineers, Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation, Resident Assistant, Morehead Honors College, Study Abroad

Office Hours
Monday, 10 AM – 11 AM
Monday, 2 PM – 3 PM
Thursday, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
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Hey! My name is Saumya, I’m a second-year animal health major! I’m from Lilburn, GA and I’m hoping to get into vet school and become a veterinary researcher or pathologist. In my free time, I love to read, do crafts, do gardening, and bake! Can’t wait to meet you! 🙂 

Ask Me About: 

Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club, One Health Club, RBC Fellows Program, Undergraduate Research Assistant, Honors College 

Office Hours 

Monday, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM 

Friday, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM 

Friday, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM 



Hi! I’m Stephany, a 3rd year majoring in Criminal Justice & Sociology, with a minor in PolSci! Being involved in one of the many student organizations on campus is such a fulfilling experience! In my free time, you’ll find me hanging out in Baldwin or in the Latin American Ethnobotanical Garden!  

Ask Me About: Latinos Invested in the Students of Tomorrow (LISTo), Hispanic Student Association, Criminal Justice Society, Former Intern at Project Safe 

Office Hours 

Monday, 10 AM – 11 AM 

Monday, 2 PM – 3 PM 

Thursday, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM 



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What’s up! My name is Corbin Gay, and I am a Management Information Systems major within the Terry College of Business. I enjoy listening to music, watching short series, and any type of sweet treat! I bleed red and black and love helping others make this campus their home. GO DAWGS!

Ask Me About: Freshley, Wesley, Thrive at UGA, New Student Orientation, Society of Management Informations Systems, IFC Greek Life, Student Government Association, ARCH Retreat

Office Hours
Monday, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Friday, 8 AM – 10 AM

Hi everyone!! I am a second-year intended Exercise and Sports Science major (Pre-Physical Therapy track). I am so excited to help promote engagement in the UGA/Athens community because involvement has been such a big part of my UGA journey.

Ask Me About:Black Affairs Council – Freshman Advisory Board; Student Government Association First Year Programs – Connect; Disability Resource Center – Notetaker; UGA Housing – Community Service Assistant

Office Hours
Tuesday, 3 PM – 5 PM
Thursday, 3 PM – 4 PM

Hi! I’m Tatum, a second-year student studying English Education! I’m originally from Snellville, GA, but have truly found a home here in Athens, and I’m so excited to help you find your home too. You can usually find me working the info desk at Tate, walking at Lake Herrick, or reading in the Founder’s Garden. See y’all around! 

Ask Me About: Leadership UGA, Campus Ministries, Intermural Sports, Outdoor Recreation Center, Student Employment 

Office Hours 

Tuesday, 3 PM – 5 PM 

Thursday, 3 PM – 4 PM 



Hello! I’m Erica, a third-year student pursuing Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with a minor in Spanish. I love to play the guitar, crochet dish washcloths, read Webtoons, and occasionally swim in my free time! I look forward to helping you on your journey to involve yourself here at UGA!

Ask Me About:UGA CURO, UGA Pandora the Yearbook, UGA Friends of MSF

Office Hours
Tuesday, 3 PM – 6 PM
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Hi! My name is Husna. I’m a third-year pre-med student, majoring in Health Promotion with an emphasis on behavioral medicine. I love riding horses, traveling, and going to different restaurants with friends. 

Ask Me About: Chemistry Learning Assistant (CLA), Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) volunteer, AU/UGA Medical Partnership free clinic volunteer, Undergraduate Research 

Office Hours 

Tuesday, 3 PM – 6 PM 



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What’s up I’m Mohnish! I am a 3rd year Biology major on the pre-med track. I love to spend time outdoors whether that’s playing basketball, skiing, etc. I’m also one of the captains for a nationally competitive Bollywood-fusion dance team called Georgia Saazish.

Ask Me About: SAC, Bennetzen Research Lab, Georgia Saazish, Franklin Transfer Ambassadors
 

Office Hours 

Friday, 11:45 AM – 2:45 PM 

Hiii! My name is Arshi Noorani, and I am a second-year student majoring in Genetics. I aspire to become an Anesthesiologist Assistant in the near future. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music and playing tennis. You will usually find me studying at Tate Center or the Sci Library. I look forward to helping my fellow students get engaged on campus! Go Dawgs!!

Ask Me About: Research: CoDex Lab (Cognition and Dexterity). Involvement: Pre-Annesthesiology Assistant club, MSSA (Minority Student Science Association), SGA(last year), Knit and Crochet Club.

Office Hours
Tuesday, 8 AM – 9:30 AM
Thursday, 8 AM – 9:30 AM

Hi! My name is Mia and I’m a second year studying business management! Overall, I would love to someday work within administration at a major hospital! I love coffee, cooking, Guy Fieri, and watching Big Bang Theory. You can always find me either in Einstein’s with a bagel, or studying in the reading room in the Main Library! UGA truly has so much to offer, and you won’t know it if you don’t try! GO DAWGS! 

Ask Me About: Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity, UGArden, UGA Miracle, Business Management Society, Chick Fil A Business Management Intern 

Office Hours 

Wednesday, 11 AM – 2 PM 



Hi! I’m Feben, a fourth-year student majoring in International Affairs, African Studies, and French. Having met wonderful people here, I would love the opportunity to help you get involved at UGA and find your niche. Let’s make the most of our UGA journey together, one friend at a time 🙂

Ask Me About: Security Leadership Program (SLP), SPIA majors and certificate programs, Internships on and off campus, opportunities for transfer students, study abroad, Cru, International Coffee Hour, Model African Union, EESA

Office Hours
Tuesday, 8 AM – 9 AM
Tuesday, 4 PM – 5 PM
Thursday, 4 PM – 5 PM

I am a second-year intended computer engineering major from Duluth, GA. My passion lies in supporting fellow students with greater involvement that can strengthen their connections to the campus community. I like hanging out with friends and traveling. I’m genuinely excited to meet new students from all over campus!

Ask Me About: Peer Learning and Teaching Others (PLaTO), Residence Hall Association, National Residence Hall Honorary, UGAHacks, Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers, Arch Ready Professionalism Certificate (Career Center)

Office Hours
Thursday 4 PM – 5:30 PM
Friday 10:15 AM – 11:45 AM