ARC Peer Mentors

The ARC Program is committed to supporting the success of our AANAPISI students. Peer mentors are an essential part of this mission. They provide personalized support and guidance to help students navigate the challenges of college and achieve their academic goals.

Diana Castro

Diana Castro
Peer Mentor

Hi! My name is Diana and I'm an aspiring Mathematician seeking to research climate change or perhaps teach. In my time at Cañada College as both a concurrent enrollment student and now a continuing student, I've had the opportunity to be involved on campus in various capacities. I look forward to helping you do the same and supporting you in your academic goals!

Mathematics Major

Thawanrat “Mary” Cheevakasemkoon

Thawanrat “Mary” Cheevakasemkoon
Peer Mentor

Hi! My name is Mary and I am currently a Business Administration major and planning to transfer into Marketing. I am currently in my last year at Cañada College. In my free time, I love to do anything that includes arts and crafts and I enjoy going to new restaurants.

Business Administration Major

Sierra Neuenfeldt

Sierra Neuenfeldt
Peer Mentor

Hi, I’m Sierra! I am a second-year psychology major here at Cañada college. Along with ARC, I also work as a behavioral therapist at a clinic in San Mateo. In my free time, I love to travel, watch movies, and hang out with my friends!

Psychology Major

Chris Valdez

Chris Valdez
Peer Mentor

Hi! My name is Chris and I was born here in the Bay Area and raised in San Francisco. Fluent in both English and Spanish and currently learning French. I am a Computer Science major and plan to transfer to a four-year university. My hobbies include: reading comic books, hiking, going to the gym, and painting.

Computer Science Major