Business Peer Mentors

Business Peer Mentors

Supporting New Student Success Through Peer Mentorship

Peer mentors act as role models and assist new students with their transition into the College of Business (CoB) at Stony Brook University to ensure their persistence and success as a Business Management Major. They help students gain knowledge about Stony Brook University, CoB, and the various resources, activities, and programs we have to offer. Peer mentors also encourage long lasting connections with CoB students, staff, and faculty while assisting with any transitional issues students may have. They help and support incoming students and act as a readily available resource for them.

Meet Our Business Peer Mentors

The Peer Mentors Supporting First-Year Business Students

Meet the team of Business Peer Mentors – experienced students who know what it’s like to start out in the College of Business. They're here to answer your questions, share what they've learned, and help you feel confident and connected from day one.

• Temitade Adeyemi
  

  Tade is a senior at Stony Brook University majoring in Business Management with a specialization in Finance. He is also pursuing minors in Communication & Innovation and Creative Writing. He’s the Founding President of the university’s chapter of the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA), where he has worked to build a strong community of empowered and career-ready business students of color. In his free time, he enjoys watching movies and writing. 
• Sophia Bronder-Chang
  

  Sophia is a junior at Stony Brook, double majoring in Psychology and Business Management with a specialization in Marketing. She got involved on campus through the Taiwanese Students Association as their Public Relations Officer. Last year, she was a research assistant in the psychology department, and was a peer tutor for athletes. She loves to dance and is in a dance group with her friends!
• Emily Chen
  

  Emily is a junior at Stony Brook, majoring in Business Management with a specialization in Operations Management and minoring in Asian and Asian American Studies. She volunteers at the Stony Brook Hospital, is the treasurer of the Pre-Genetic Counseling Society, and is a member of the Women in Business Organization. She has a sweet tooth and loves desserts, and enjoys walking around the city and looking for fun things to do.
• Bernick Cyriaque
  

  Bernick is a Business Management student and Accounting Minor with the hopes of obtaining a CPA. He’s so excited to help incoming students in their transition into college life and their interest in the accounting field. He’s benefited from being mentored, and is passionate about being able to do the same as a mentor. He’s here to help in any way he can in your navigation of college life and possible career opportunities.
• Deven Goyal
  

  Deven is a junior at Stony Brook, double majoring in Business Administration and Psychology with specializations in Finance and Operations Management. He got involved as the Treasurer of Intervarsity Christian Fellowship and the PR Coordinator of the American Red Cross Club at Stony Brook. He is a Peer Tutor for the Athletics Department and was a TA for BUS 340. He likes to work out, play the guitar, and read the bible.
• Aashika Jeswani
  

  Aashika is a senior international student at Stony Brook University, pursuing a B.S. in Business Management with specializations in Finance and Marketing and a minor in Accounting. She currently serves as the President of Beta Alpha Psi’s Omicron Alpha Chapter, where she leads strategic initiatives and firm engagement efforts. As a Communications Intern for the College of Business and a Peer Mentor in the Undergraduate Business Peer Mentor Program, Aashika is passionate about supporting student development, fostering professional growth, and helping first-year students navigate college life.
• Saniya Lopez
  

  Saniya is a Business Management major at Stony Brook, minoring in Political Science with specializations in Finance and Operations Management. She serves as the Scholarship Chair for Phi Alpha Delta, Vice President/Managing Editor of the Undergraduate Law Review, and a Peer Career Coach for the Career Center. Passionate about corporate law and professional development, Saniya is committed to supporting student success through leadership and mentorship. She enjoys cooking, writing, and staying involved in community service.
• Shania Squires
  

  Shania is a senior majoring in Business Management with a specialization in Finance and a second major in Psychology. She’s passionate about mentorship, leadership, and helping others succeed. As a Peer Mentor, she’s here to support you through your transition into college and help you make the most of your time in the College of Business!
• David Safo
  

  David is a Business Honors student specializing in Finance with a Real Estate and Insurance minor at Stony Brook University. As a peer mentor, David is excited to help you navigate your college journey, whether it’s with classes, internships, or just finding your way around campus. With leadership experience in student government and a passion for finance and community, he’s here to support and inspire you every step of the way!
• Vansh Valecha
  

  Vansh is a junior at Stony Brook University, majoring in Business Management with a specialization in Finance and a minor in Real Estate & Insurance. He serves as the Co-Director of Fundraising and Apparel for Beta Alpha Psi, works as an Office Assistant for the Living Learning Center (LLC), and is a Student Assistant on the WolfieONE project within the Finance and Administration department. Passionate about leadership, mentorship, and continuous learning, Vansh is excited to support new students in their transition to college life. He is multilingual—speaking English, Hindi, Marathi, Sindhi, and German—and enjoys photography as a creative outlet.
• Olivia Xu
  

  Olivia is a senior majoring in Business Management with a specialization in Marketing. She is currently a Senior Marketing Intern at the Career Center. She was a teacher assistant for international and transfer sections of SBU 101, and has been on the Spirit of Stony Brook Marching Band for three semesters. She is in a dance team with her friends, and likes to draw in her free time.