Meet our Mentors

Hello everyone!

My name is Tori, and I am in my third year of the Neuroscience and Biology Combined Honours program with a minor in Forensic Psychology! This is my third year working with the SSSC - this year as Team Lead of the Health Care team. I love to cook, read, and spend time with friends and family when I’m taking time away from my studies!

If I could offer one piece of advice for incoming first-year students, it would undoubtably be to keep an open mind! My first year at Carleton was a defining year for my academic career, as I began my journey in a BA program. Throughout the course of my first-year, I discovered my passion for the brain and knew I needed to make a change. Despite the challenges that followed, I switched into the program that fit for me. This experience taught me that changing my mind and following the less obvious path is more than okay, and keeping an open mind throughout your academic career is crucial!

Throughout my experience at Carleton, I have gotten involved with various extracurriculars! Last year, I was a Peer Mentor on the Health Care team with the SSSC which provided me with the skills necessary to communicate effectively with other students. This year will mark three years of being the VP Communications for the CU Pre-Medical Society. Additionally, I have been a volunteer notetaker with the PMC, and will continue as a Neuroscience Peer Lead Study Group lead!

Getting involved in the Carleton Science community has elevated my university experience and has provided me with many valuable skills and memories. I was definitely intimidated once beginning my academic journey in science and felt as though getting involved would be at the back of my mind. However, once seeing all the wonderful opportunities Carleton has to offer, I knew I wanted to get involved. Joining clubs and various activities at Carleton has made me more connected to my school community as a whole and has allowed me to meet some wonderful people and career opportunities! I encourage getting involved, in any capacity, to all incoming students as it makes the transition into university much more manageable!

With all that said, I hope to you reach out to the SSSC or myself for any concerns, advice, or someone to talk to throughout this year, we are here to support your success! 🙂