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Sienna Smith

Former Faculty of Science Lead Mentor

“Group Mentoring allows for students to find a community on campus and make new friends, all while learning how to better themselves on a personal and academic level.

The TMP 2019-20 welcome party, and the Black Grad Reception provided me with the chance to meet new people and be proud of my journey as a Black TMU student.”

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Christian Bambe

Former Arts Lead Mentor

"As a TMU student, one of the most impactful spaces in my undergraduate career was the Tri-Mentoring Program. I started working there as a second year student who was still settling in as an newcomer and my time there helped me grow to who I am today. The dedicated and passionate team at TMP, helped shape a community for me as a student staff and the space allowed me and other student staff to develop in different avenues of our lives. It was there that I met most of my current friends and also discovered many opportunities that were critical in my person and professional growth. I am glad to have been a part of TMP and for the fond memories I have of it."

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Paulina Jankowska

Former Career Mentoring Program Assistant & TRSM Lead Mentor

“Seeing mentees excel and reach their career goals throughout the year always inspired me! I was able to learn from every career mentor I spoke to!"

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Luisa Gonzalez

Latinx Group Mentoring Lead

"This program supported me in the formation of meaningful connections and friendships. The Tri-Mentoring team helped me uncover my strengths, and this experience is something I'll always cherish. It's one of the reasons I'm passionate about ensuring others take full advantage of the fantastic resources they offer."

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Cole Sabaot

Former TRSM Mentee, Lead Mentor & Career Mentoring Assistant. Current Career Mentor

“The TMP community was an incubator for my personal and professional development. I  will forever be in their debt for all the opportunities this program offered me; and for the many friends, guides and mentors I met through it”

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Adriana Carpanzano

Former Faculty of Arts Lead Mentor

“Tri-Mentoring was such a large part of my schooling life at TMU, and the team became a second family to me. 

I truly believe that this program is such an integral part of student life, and the TMU community. I want all students to know that they have fantastic resources for community building and support at TMU, and Tri-mentoring can really provide you with an enriching student life experience.”

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Jasmin Jones Vargas

Former 2SLGBTQ+ Group Mentor & FCS Lead Mentor

“What I remember most is witnessing a person discovering a part of themselves and slowly being comfortable in their own skin. It was a beautiful moment, and I was able to experience with a handful of wonderful individuals.”