Undergraduate International Peer Advisor Program
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Applications for summer + fall 2024 are now closed.
Mission Statement
The mission of the International Peer Advisor program is to support international students with their adjustment to Tufts and the US through peer-to-peer support and guidance. Through peers, students will learn about resources for navigating Tufts and will be able to build an inclusive community and connect with one another.
If you are interested in finding out more about becoming an undergraduate peer advisor, contact us at internationalcenter@tufts.edu.
Undergraduate Peer Advisor Program
- Where to go to get information about various issues and concerns such as academic, personal, or financial support
- Identify ways to connect to campus extracurricular or other activities
- Learn how to get practical advice on navigating the Tufts environment or pursuing different academic and professional opportunities
- Get informal opinions and advice about how to make the most of your Tufts experience
Peer advisors do not provide advice on complex immigration, health, psychological or related private and confidential matters. However, they can provide directions to appropriate campus resources.
Meet Our Peer Advisors
Spring 2024 Peer Advisors
Hello everyone! My name is Moizés and I come from the countryside of the Northeast Coast of Brazil. I am a rising sophomore studying Computer Science and Human Factors Engineering. I like working with creating solutions to real-world problems with technology by/and creating more representation for minorities in STEM, as well as engaging with the international community at Tufts. On campus, I’m part of the e-board of the Brazilian Student Association at Tufts (BRASA), and I also attend to the International Club. In my free time, I like photography, doing nature trails/outdoors stuff, working out, and hiking. I’m looking forward to getting to know many of you and glad to join the team!
I am Angela from Shanghai, China, majoring in community health and economics. As a mental health advocate, I am a part of Active Minds at Tufts, which is a club aiming at spreading and raising mental health awareness on and off-campus. I am also involved in some research projects with a research team at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. In my free time, I enjoy doing arts and photography. I am very excited to join the team and look forward to meeting and getting to know you!
Hi, I am Astha from Kathmandu, Nepal. I am a rising sophomore studying Computer Science in the School of Engineering. I like to explore and be part of different events on campus and was a part of Jumbo Ventures and Data Science group at TAMID. I like to travel, listen to music, read, and cook in my free time. I am excited to join the peer advising team and get to know you!
Hello! My name is India Tamari and I am a sophomore here at Tufts! For me, home is Geneva, Switzerland but I’m also Lebanese, Greek, Brazilian and Palestinian! I speak 5 languages and plan on majoring in International Relations with a concentration in globalization and a minor in Economics at the School of Arts and Sciences!
On campus, I enjoy attending I-club meetings and Women in International Relations meetings. Outside of campus I am a member of YNG (Young presidents organization Next Generation group) in addition to YVA (Young Visionaries associations).
I’m passionate about justice, a big foodie and I love music!
Hi! My name is Ari, and I am a rising junior from Lima, Peru. I am double majoring in International Relations with an International Security concentration and Civic Studies. I am passionate about social impact, youth leadership, human rights, and educational policy. On campus, I am involved as the President of the Latin American Committee (LAC), Tisch College in the Student Advisory Council, and as a Teaching Assistant for Spanish. Through Tisch and the IGL (Institute of Global Leadership), I had the opportunity to go to Qatar for a UN Conference and perform research in Colombia. During my free time, I enjoy baking, watching movies, and do crafts. I am really excited to join the Peer Advising team and look forward to meeting you!