Facing the Challenges of College Together

The start of something new is often accompanied by challenges and uncertainty, and the start of college is no exception to that. However, engineering and computer science students at Texas A&M University– Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) no longer have to face these obstacles alone. Through the iSEE Office’s peer-to-peer mentorship program, students are given the support they need to successfully navigate these hardships and start their college journey strong.  

The iSEE peer-to-peer mentorship program is available to undergraduate students in the College of Engineering and Computer Science and is designed to connect underclassmen with experienced mentors. The mentors are there to help guide students through social, personal, and academic challenges by providing support and encouragement while building a sense of community during their time on campus. 

Talia Hernandez ’30, a mechanical engineering student, was among the first students to participate in the program as a mentee. Throughout her first semester at TAMU-CC, she was paired with a mentor who supported her transition into college life. Her mentor helped answer questions about coursework, develop effective time-management skills, and navigate challenges such as burnout and social anxiety. 

Through this mentorship, Hernandez gained a sense of belonging on campus and formed meaningful, lasting connections—highlighting the program’s impact on student success and well-being. 

“Being a part of this program means that you get to be a part of a tight knit group that you can turn to for advice and support, and, if you are new on campus, that is a priceless thing to be a part of,” said Hernandez of her experience in the iSEE peer-to-peer mentorship program.