Fall 2026 Student Peer Guides
Meet your Fall 2026 PSY & CD Peer Guides!
Our Psychology & Child Development Peer Guides are here to help you navigate Cal Poly. Whether you’re wondering where to go for advising, how to get a permission code, how to schedule a meeting with a professor/ Department head, course options or substitutions, or opportunities like study abroad --we’ve got you covered.
We can also share our personal experiences with classes, professors, internships, research, and campus life. Think of us as your first stop for questions, guidance, and support from students who’ve been there!
Grace Monblatt | she, her
4th Year Psychology Major
Email: gmonblat@calpoly.edu
| mondays | Fridays |
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| 3:00-4:30pm | 10:00-11:30am |
I love hanging out with friends, family, and my animals!! I love to hike, swim, tan and explore around SLO in my free time! I am currently in the human resource team and looking into joining more. I also was a WOW leader!! When I graduate I would love to go into the medical field maybe PT or OT school. I’m really excited to become a peer guide because I love meeting new people as well as well as sharing about the department. I’m really looking forward to all my classes for the academic year!
Shelby Runje | she, her
4th Year Psychology Major
Email: srunje@calpoly.edu
| tuesdays | thursdays |
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| 3:00-5:00pm | 2:00-4:00pm |
I am super excited to become a peer guide within the department! I am a psychology major, as well as a member of our Women’s Soccer team here at Cal poly. I wanted to become a peer guide to help others navigate our department, as well as learn about Cal Poly as a whole. I am looking forward to being able to assist others and meet everyone!
Astrid Teran | she, her
4th Year Transfer Student Psychology Major
Email: avteran@calpoly.edu
| tuesdays |
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| 9:30-1:00pm |
Hi everyone! My name is Astrid, and I’m a fourth-year Psychology student and a member of the Cal Poly Track and Field team, where I compete in pole vault. Outside of school and track, I enjoy staying active, spending time with friends, and traveling. After graduating from Cal Poly, I plan to attend graduate school for Speech-Language Pathology and eventually become a speech-language pathologist. I wanted to become a Peer Guide because, as a transfer student, I had a difficult time navigating Cal Poly when I first arrived. Figuring out requirements, resources, and who to go to for help caused me a lot of stress, and I would love to make that process easier for other students by being someone they can come to for guidance and support. This academic year, I’m looking forward to competing in my final track season as a Mustang, enjoying my remaining time at Cal Poly, and finishing my degree!
Skylar Krouse | she, her
4th Year Psychology Major
email: skkrouse@calpoly.edu
| Mondays/wednesdays | thursdays |
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| 9:00-11:00pm | 1:00-2:00pm |
Hi Mustangs! My name is Skylar and I’m a 4th year Psychology major. I was born and raised in SLO county and I’m a transfer student from Cuesta College, just down the road! I just turned 30 and have experience as a First-Gen student returning to college after taking a period of time off. I’m also a Student with Dependents as I am the mama of 5 beautiful daughters! I spend a lot of time with them on the soccer field, at the beach and shuffling them around to all their activities. I have experience finding balance with a busy life and utilizing available resources both on and off campus. This year I am looking forward to graduating in the Spring and taking some time off before going back to school (again) for a Masters program. My goal is to use my degree to work with families, and eventually I would like to become a Physician’s Assistant. I am excited for the opportunity to become a Peer Guide to help ease the transition (and nerves!) of other students facing minor barriers and questions while navigating their time at Cal Poly.
Maya Williams | she, her
4th Psychology Major and Ethics, Public Policy, Science, and Technology Minor
email: mwill190@calpoly.edu
| Mondays | wednesdays |
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| 5:00-6:00pm | 1:00-3:00pm |
"Hi! My name is Maya Williams. I am a 4th-year Psychology student with a minor in Ethics, Public Policy, Science, and Technology. I am from Encinitas California, and when I am not at the beach you can usually find me going to Pilates or yoga classes, hiking, running, surfing, reading, and hanging out with friends. After graduating, I plan to attend a master's program to broaden my opportunities and obtain a counseling license. I chose to become a peer guide because I know navigating the academic world can be overwhelming; there are so many programs and options, although sometimes it’s difficult to know where to look. I hope I can offer students the answers they are looking for and guidance to help them feel more confident in their path."
Griffin Zund | he, him
4th Year Psychology Major
Email: Gzund@calpoly.edu
| thursdays |
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| 1:30-1:00pm |
"Hi, my name is Griffin. In my free time, I love to surf, go to the gym, and spend time with friends. I am a member of Theta Chi Fraternity. In the future, I want to become an HR consultant and eventually own my own firm. I became interested in becoming a peer guide because I understand how complicated navigating college can be, and I want to help others be successful. This year, I am excited to take fun classes such as golf and beekeeping!"
Ruhi Singh | she, her
4th Year Psychology Major and Environmental Studies Minor
Email: rmsingh@calpoly.edu
| Wednesdays |
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| 3:00-4:00pm |
"Hi! My name is Ruhi Singh and my pronouns are She/Her. I am a fourth-year Psychology major with a minor in Environmental Studies. Outside of school, I enjoy yoga and Pilates classes, cooking, reading, and traveling. I've been a member of Alpha Chi Omega for three years and after graduating I am planning to pursue a Master's in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. I wanted to become a Peer Guide to connect with my fellow students and ensure their transition into the Psychology department is as smooth as possible. I am looking forward to contributing clarity, support, and understanding as a Peer Guide this academic year."
Victor Cordero | he, him, his
4th Year Transfer Student Psychology Major
Email: vicorder@calpoly.edu
| wednesdays | thursdays |
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| 4:30-5:30pm | 10:00-11:30pm |
"Hey everyone! I’ll be on one of your peer guides this semester. A few of my interests include listening or making music, traveling and fashion. I also dance for SLO breakers and am a student liaison for TRIO. I plan to take my psychology degree the business route where I can get into sales and marketing consulting. I became a Peer Guide because I want to offer the same kind of support that seriously helped me when I was transitioning into Cal Poly and the Psychology Department. I’m looking forward to what this semester has to offer with a more lengthy, yet extensive pace. We’ll do this together!"
Joey Mikles | he, him, his
4th Year Psychology Major and Accounting Minor
Email: jmikles@calpoly.edu
| Mondays | wednesdays |
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| 11:00-1:00pm | 11:00-1:00pm |
"Hi everyone I'll be one of your peer guides this semester. In my free time I enjoy golfing, training martial arts, and listening to music. I am currently in the accounting club and am planning on joining the vibe coding club. Professionally, I plan on entering the business world using my psychology degree. I will be interning at an accounting firm after graduation and plan to pursue that as a career. I chose to become a peer guide because I have had great prior experiences with them and enjoy helping others, especially with the quarter-to-semester change. This next academic year I look forward to visiting friends at other schools and finishing my last year at Cal Poly strong."
Paige Robertson | she, her
4th Year Transfer Student Psychology Major
Email: pnrobert@calpoly.edu
| fridays |
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| 11:30-3:00pm |
Hi everyone! My name is Paige Robertson, and I’m a fourth-year transfer student majoring in Psychology. I enjoy hiking, going to the beach, traveling, and baking. After graduating from Cal Poly, I plan to attend graduate school to pursue a degree in Forensic Psychology. I chose to become a Peer Guide because I want to help students navigate college life, which can feel overwhelming at times. Past Peer Guides have been incredibly helpful to me during confusing moments, and I hope to offer that same support to others. I’m excited to make the most of my senior year at Cal Poly by staying involved in campus life!
Fall 2026 Peer Guide Zoom Drop-In Schedule
Please use the zoom link here during any of the times listed below. [See advising page for Finals Week hours. There are no drop-in hours during Summer.]
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