Our Peer Mentors play an enormous role in the experience of students enrolled in CSP. The individuals below have exemplified extraordinary leadership and comprise our Peer Mentor Executive (e-)Board, which includes the following positions: Co-Presidents, Treasurer, Secretary, Academic Liaison, Event Planner, and Social Events Chair. We invite you to meet our current and past Peer Mentor e-Board members and read their heartfelt testimonials about what the CSP has given back to them!
2023-2024's CSP E-Board
As a rising senior and President of the College Support Program, I am grateful for the incredible journey I have had so far. Since joining as a sophomore, I have witnessed first hand the power of the community and resources cultivated through the CSP. Having seen the program's impact, I am thrilled to be at the helm, steering our initiatives towards even greater heights. As President, I am committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging and support amongst our students. With an unwavering dedication, I aim to strengthen our student support network, ensuring that every member feels empowered to thrive academically and socially. I am particularly excited about the upcoming year as we look ahead to an exceptional lineup of community building events in store. By facilitating meaningful interactions and fostering an environment where everyone feels involved, we will continue working to ensure that every student can make the most of their college experience. I am privileged to serve in this role and look forward to working hand in hand with a strong E-board and other passionate peer mentors as we strive to create a brighter and more inclusive future for students on the autism spectrum at Rutgers.
My name is Nicole Podlog and I am a rising Junior at the School of Arts and Sciences, and am part of the honors college as well. I am majoring in Psychology and minoring in cognitive science. I learned about CSP through the psychology majors GroupMe, and signing up for this program has been one of the best decisions I have made a Rutgers thus far. I have had the chance to create close relationships with both my mentee and the other mentees within the program. I am so excited to be Vice President this year and hangout with all the mentors and mentees this upcoming school year before I graduate! The CSP has been a major part of my college experience and has given me the chance to meet so many amazing people and make memories that I will always hold near and dear to my heart.
My name is Maha and I'm a rising Junior majoring in Biological Sciences and minoring in Psychology. I initially learned about the College Support Program (CSP) from a fellow Peer Mentor who spoke highly of the experiences she had in the program. After joining CSP myself last year, I was able to truly connect with my mentee and form meaningful relationships with other peer mentors. I can confidently say that CSP offers a tight-knit community for students and staff to come together and I look forward to what is in store as both a Treasurer and Peer Mentor this upcoming 23-24 school year.
As someone with a sibling on the autism spectrum, my heart has always gravitated towards supporting the community in the capacity that it has helped my own family. To find such a diverse community is rare, and to be a part of a program that encourages students to thrive in not only their academic career, but throughout their lifespan, is a privilege. I am grateful to be a part of the College Support Program because it has given me the opportunity to build friendships in a place where everyone is accepted, and their strengths are celebrated. Knowing that I can help play a positive role in another person’s life, whether that be as a friend or a friendly face in the crowd, will always be the most rewarding experience of all.
My name is Shravya Kamaraju and I am a rising senior at the School of Engineering, majoring in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in psychology. I have always had an interest in working in the fields of neuroscience and behavioral sciences. I have made so many friends through this program and I have enjoyed going to events and meeting so many new people! I am really looking forward to continuing my participation in Eboard as social chair, and am so excited to contribute to the furthering of this program along with the rest of this year's Eboard. I have grown so much as a person through my experiences with the CSP program. I would not be the person I am without the memories I've gained from working with this amazing group of people.
My name is Pranita Sannidhi, and I am a rising junior double majoring in Cell Biology and Psychology. I initially signed up for the CSP Peer Mentor program as an opportunity to learn more about autism and interact with the neurodivergent population at Rutgers. Becoming a CSP Peer Mentor has given me the chance to connect with likeminded, vibrant individuals and to learn more about ASD. I enjoy participating in events and interacting with the RCAAS community, and I am excited to continue doing this as the CSP Academic Liaison.
Have a question for an e-Board Peer Mentor? Email them at csp-pmboard@gsapp.rutgers.edu.