The Opus College of Engineering Peer Mentoring Program is designed to help current students navigate their first and second years on campus. This program provides an opportunity for students to connect with student leaders for advice and stories on how to succeed as engineers.

Students are encouraged to ask academic, social and professional questions, or just start a discussion about their experiences.

Topics include:

• Instructor and course advice
• What to expect in future courses
• Homework and study tips
• Resources and help to consider at Marquette and beyond
• Healthy habits
• Weekend activities and social advice
• Co-op, internship, or research advice
• MORE!

How to meet:

Students are encouraged to schedule time with the peer mentors directly. We recommend students:

1. Read through the 2023 peer mentors below
2. Pick a mentor to meet with and contact them via email to set up an appointment
3. Share your availability via email and communicate directly to find a time

Students can also email Sam Sowl, assistant director of academic advising with questions.

 

Our 2023 engineering peer mentors:

	Ashley T. Major: Environmental Engineering Hometown: Atlanta, GA Organizations and Activities: Engineers Without Borders (Vice President) | Marquette University Student Government (Sustainability Coordinator) | research assistant in the Water Quality Lab Professional Experience: I have had two summer internships with Mortenson Construction. In my first internship, I worked with the enclosure team on a medical center project. In my second internship, I did estimating for several Milwaukee-area projects in the pre-construction phase. Ask me about: Schedule recommendations Ways to get involved with engineering and environmental activites outside of class Places to eat and shop in Milwaukee MORE! CONTACT ASHLEY FOR AN APPOINTMENT
	Christian R. Major: Mechanical Engineering (and STEM-MBA program) Hometown: Naperville, IL Organizations and Activities: Club soccer | American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Professional Experience: I have had three co-op terms with Harley-Davidson with the Platform Team and the Dyno Test Lab. I have also participated in the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellows program working with Dr. Roy on black carbon pollution research. Ask me about: Instructor and course recommendations Getting involved with co-ops, internships or research Studying abroad as an engineer MORE! CONTACT CHRISTIAN FOR AN APPOINTMENT
	Jack D. Major: Mechanical Engineering Minor: Operations and Supply Chain Management Hometown: Mequon, WI Organizations and Activities: Intramural sports | American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Professional Experience: I have had two internships. In my first internship, I worked as a field engineer for a general contractor construction company working on mechanical systems. In my second internship, I worked as quality engineering in a manufacturing facility that builds transformers and regulators. Ask me about: Instructor and course recommendations Things to do on the weekend and places to explore Exploring co-ops and internships MORE! CONTACT JACK TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
	Kylie S. Major: Mechanical Engineering Concentration: Excellence in Leadership (E-Lead) Minor: Operations and Supply Chain Management Hometown: Holbrook, MA Organizations and Activities: Marquette Sailing team | American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) | Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Professional Experience: I have had three co-op terms with Harley-Davidson. In my first and second terms, I woroked with the Lighting and Harness Integration Team. In my third term, I worked with the Paint and Graphics Team. Ask me about: Campus resources Course planning business minors Excellence in Leadership (E-Lead) program Exploring co-ops and internships MORE! CONTACT KYLIE TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT