Meet the Peer Success Leaders

 Makenna Eisenstock

Makenna Eisenstock 
(she/her)

Makenna is a Junior from Grafton, Massachusetts majoring in Political Science and Psychology with a minor is SLAM. In addition to being a PSL, Makenna is also involved as a Peer mentor for the first-year seminar TIDES classes. Makenna is also on the club volleyball team and is a member of a sorority. She loves dogs, the beach, listening to new music, sandwiches, and going on walks!

Favorite Thing About TU: The abundance of activities offered to students. There is always something fun happening on campus!

Tip for Success: Try your best to stay organized. The planner offered by Tulane is so helpful as it is specialized to the Tulane schedule!

Specialty Topics: College Transition, Organization, Mental Health, Time Management, Problem solving and Connecting with Campus Resources 
 

 Amarya Levy-Mazie

Amarya Levy-Mazie 
(she/her) 

Amarya is a Junior from Brooklyn, NY triple-majoring in Economics, Mathematics, and Jewish Studies. In addition to peer success coaching, Amarya teaches as a Supplemental Instructor for Intro to Microeconomics, serves as the Scholar Society Peer Mentor Lead for the First Year Honors Scholars program, and coordinates Afterschool Newcomb Tutoring (ANT) as the student organization’s president. Outside of school, she loves going on walks with friends, listening to music, traveling, solving crossword puzzles, and trying new restaurants and cafes! 

Favorite Thing About TU: The uplifting environment cultivated by all of Tulane’s amazing professors, dedicated and passionate students, and the beautiful scenery we all get to enjoy every day!

Tip for Success: Find time to celebrate your successes before moving rushing to the next task—you don’t need to finish everything at once. Acknowledging your achievements along the way will motivate you and give you the energy you need to keep thriving!

Specialty Topics: Time Management, Organization, Study Skills, Goal Setting, Work-School-Life Balance, Forming Positive Habits, Wellness on Campus, Bridging the Transition to College.

 Candace Weeden

Candace Weeden

Candace Weeden is a Junior from St. Louis, MO. She is double majoring in Neuroscience and Cellular & Molecular Biology with a minor in Psychology. She is involved in on-campus research, the Public Health Society, a Supplemental Instructor (SI), the Tulane Neuroscience Association (TUNA), and is a Resident Advisor. Outside of this, she enjoys running, reading, the show Supernatural, and traveling with friends.

Favorite Thing About TU: How helpful the professors are when it comes to career advancement and giving advice.

Tip for Success: To design your space to make it something you’re proud of, be open to failure, and pursue activities that bring you joy.

Specialty Topics: Time Management, Finding Research Opportunities, Scheduling, Organization, College Transition, Forming Networks, The Pre-Med Experience.

 Kyla McClary

Kyla McClary 
(she/her)

Kyla is a senior from Palisade, Colorado, double majoring in Political Science and Environmental Studies with double minors in Public Policy and Spanish. In addition to being a PSL, Kyla is also the Ambassador of the CHAARG club and was a Wave Leader. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, playing beach volleyball, exploring the Gulf Coast, and painting.

Favorite Thing About TU: The community of staff, professors, and the scenery of campus makes Tulane super welcoming and supportive!

Tip for Success: Recognize that it's okay to ask for help before you get too overwhelmed! If you think you are going to need help at some point in the future, start using your resources early. 

Specialty Topics: Schedule building, organization, campus involvement, time management, personal wellness, communication, college transition, campus resources.

Rosario Elmudesi

Rosario Elmudesi
(she/her)

Rosario is a sophomore from the Dominican Republic majoring in Marketing and Finance with a minor in Psychology. She grew up as a competitive tennis player and is now one of the captains of the Tulane Club Tennis Team. She is also a delegate in the Tulane Undergraduate Assembly and a member of the Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity. Rosario enjoys eating vegetarian dishes, playing tennis and other racket sports like padel and ping pong, going to the gym, pilates, going to the beach, spending time outdoors in nature, shopping, enjoying music, traveling, learning about new cultures, and exploring new places with friends and family.

Favorite Thing About TU: The warmth of the campus, the people, and the opportunities it offers.

Tip for Success: Be organized, use your resources well, and maintain a balance between academic, social, and physical life. Trust yourself and give your best effort as it will all work out for the best.

Specialty Topics: Organization, planning, time management, goal setting, motivation, and utilizing campus resources.
 

Charli Lewis

Charli Lewis 

(she/her)

Charli is a Sophomore from Portland, Oregon double majoring in Communications and Anthropology with a minor in Strategy, Leadership, and Analytics. She is very involved on campus, with her biggest roles being serving on the executive boards for the Tulane Black Student Union (tBSU), where she serves as a Co-Programming Chair, and Strong City, where she is the Program Coordinator. In her free time, she loves to go for long walks, go to the gym, eat at new restaurants, and spend time with friends.

Favorite Thing About TU: There is so much to get involved in, the opportunities are endless!

Tip for Success: Taking care of yourself is the foundation for success; academically, socially, and physically. Allow yourself to take breaks and clear your mind but stay aware of what needs to get done. Rest feels most rewarding when you balance it with effort throughout the day

Specialty Topics: Interview Tips, Resume Help, Organization, Scheduling, Time-Management, Campus Opportunities, Mindfulness, and Goal Setting.

Lalah Lawrence

Lalah Lawrence 

(she/her)

Lalah is a Junior from The Woodlands, TX majoring in Public Health and Psychology. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, thrifting, finding good eats, and creative activities such as painting. She is a first-generation college student and loves being able to support other students who are trying to find their way! She is a leader in BCM, Baptist Collegiate Ministry, on campus and values connecting with others! You can catch her at the Rec center as she is a personal trainer at Reily!

Favorite Thing About TU: The beautiful campus! The trees and architecture in New Orleans comfort me and remind me of my family. I feel as though Tulane’s campus is an extenuation of the beauty of New Orleans!

Tips for Success: Ask for help! It's important to depend on your community, resources and support systems to help you succeed. The staff and professors at Tulane want you to excel, so reach out for help!

Specialty Topics: Organization, Wellness, Time Management, Planning, Study Tips, Getting Plugged in on Campus