Roundtable: Supporting Student Success: Reflections from Peer Mentors/Tutors in a Criminology and Justice Studies Department

Session Submission Type: Roundtable Session

Abstract/Description

This roundtable session will explore the unique experiences and challenges faced by peer mentors and tutors within a criminology department. As key components of the academic support system, peer mentors and tutors play a vital role in fostering a collaborative learning environment yet their experiences are often under-discussed. The session will include a diverse group of current peer mentors and tutors who will share their firsthand experiences, challenges, and successes in their roles. Key discussion points will include the impact of mentoring on both academic and personal development, strategies for effective tutoring, and the navigation of interpersonal dynamics with peers. Additionally, the roundtable will address institutional support structures for mentors and tutors, exploring how departments can enhance training programs, provide emotional and professional support, and recognize the contributions of these individuals. By focusing on these areas, the session intends to shed light on the essential yet often overlooked roles that peer mentors and tutors play in shaping the educational journey of students.

Sub Unit

• Area XIV. Roundtables

Individual Presentations

• Navigating the First Year of College: Peer Mentoring Successes and Challenges - Jasmine Raymundo, California State University, Northridge; Flor Silva, California State University, Northridge; Mariana Solis, California State University, Northridge; Vincent Velasquez, California State University, Northridge; Siobhan Stobbe, California State University, Northridge; Edwin Partida, California State University, Northridge; Francisco Ascencio, California State University, Northridge; Nathalie Deras, California State University, Northridge; Aliyah Tredo, California State University, Northridge; Emely Ruano, California State University, Northridge; Diego Trujillo, California State University, Northridge

• Enhancing Learning in Criminology and Justice Studies: Insights from Peer Tutors - Fanny Leon, California State University, Northridge; Nataly Marroquin, California State University, Northridge; Michelle Penagos, California State University, Northridge; Tatiana Tejeda, California State University, Northridge

• Empowering Student Success: The Faculty Role in Peer Mentoring and Tutoring Programs - Nayan G. Ramirez, California State University, Northridge; Marc Glidden, California State University, Northridge

Chair

• Nayan G. Ramirez, California State University, Northridge