Tutor Mentor

The Learning Center Tutor Mentors are passionate and skilled tutors committed to delivering exceptional peer tutoring. They play a vital role within the TLC Tutoring Program across various departments on campus, participate in conferences as presenters, and contribute to the recruitment, hiring, and training of new tutors. Their dedication goes beyond expectations, setting a remarkable example for others in the program.

If you are interested in becoming a tutor mentor, email tutoring@rochester.edu.


2024-2025 Tutor Mentors
BIOCHEMISTRY

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Aiden Ward

Hey! I'm Aiden (they/them). I'm a senior majoring in biochemistry who works in supramolecular, biology mimicking chemistry. So if I'm not in class or tutoring, I'm most likely making some molecules in my lab! I mainly tutor organic chemistry and biology classes on the biochem track (genetics, biochem, etc.) but I also tutor intro programming classes. Feel free to reach out with questions, comments, concerns, or any other matters and I'll be sure to respond as quickly and as best I can!

Email: award16@u.rochester.edu

CELL AND DEVELOPMENT BIOLOGY
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Archita Amudhan

Hi, y’all! My name is Archita (she/her), and I am majoring in Cell and Developmental Biology. I have been a TA in the biology department for BIOL 110, BIOL 113, BIOL 252, and now BIOL 204. I love to read books of all genres, bake desserts, and go hiking. I currently tutor most biology courses, as well as a few math courses. Feel free to reach out and ask me anything, as I am happy to help!

Email: Aamudha2@u.rochester.edu

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Serena Khalifeh

Hello! My name is Serena Khalifeh, I am a junior majoring in Cell and Developmental Biology on the pre-med track! I mostly tutor in intro biology and chemistry courses. I am also working as a TA for BIOL 198P (Genetics Lab) and as a First-Year Fellow. Outside of class, I really like reading and singing. I also started a Baking Club on campus! Please reach out with any questions, I’d be happy to help!

Email: skhalife@u.rochester.edu

BUSINESS ANALYTICS

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Le Minh Khue Nguyen

Hi everyone! My name is Katie (some people call me Khue as well) and I am a senior majoring in Finance and Data Science. In the past, I have TA for ACC and STAT and I usually tutor for MATH and Business related classes. I love cooking, hiking, and sometimes reading when it rains outside as well. I'm here to support you all academically, so please feel free to reach out with any questions. I look forward to seeing you!

Email: Lnguy22@u.rochester.edu

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Lan Nguyen

Hi everyone! I am Lan. I am a senior double majoring in Business Analytics and Financial Economics with a minor in Environmental Geology. I tutored the required Math sequence, Business classes, and some music and Environmental Science classes in case anyone is interested :). I also have extensive experience as a Study Group Leader, Workshop Leader, and Teaching Assistant. One fun fact about me is that I have traveled to 15 countries and love trying out new food and movies. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I would be happy to help!

Email: lnguy26@u.rochester.edu

MATHEMATICS
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Christin Napierkowski

Hi! I’m Christin (she/her), and I am a senior double majoring in mathematics and English literature. Here at UR, I am in the Wind Symphony and Jazz Band, I am a Speaking Fellow, an usher at Eastman, a TA for the math department, and, of course, a tutor. I mostly tutor all the calculus courses, and I have been a TA for both Math 142 and 161, and 162 multiple times. In my free time, I love to read, draw, work out, and play the piano! Feel free to reach out with any questions or if you need anything at all.

Email: cnapierk@u.rochester.edu

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Anuraag Kumar

Hi! My name is Anuraag Kumar (he/him), and I am a senior majoring in mathematics and minoring in Statistics and Computer Science. I tutor most math courses including the entire calculus sequence (140s/160s/170s) and other 200 level courses. On campus, I'm a member of the Music Interest Floor, Esports Club, and Smash Club. I'm also a Math TA, having led recitations in both Math 161 and 162. I enjoy writing, reading, going on walks, staying up way too late, and eating a variety of food. Please reach out if you have any questions at all. I'll be sure to answer soon.

 

Email: akumar48@u.rochester.edu

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Tianzi Wu

Hi guys! I’m Tianzi Wu (can also just call me Vicky). I’m a senior majoring in Mathematics and Business, minoring in Japanese. I mainly tutor Math courses and several Business courses. I’m also the study group leader for MATH 140 and 141. This semester, except for those major or minor-related courses, I’m also taking MUSC183 to start my journey on guitar as a novice. In my free time, I love watching anime, reading novels, tasting food, and playing badminton (even though I’m not good at it). Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns, I would be happy to help!

Email: twu37@u.rochester.edu

PHYSICS

 

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Josh Stead-Dorval


Hi! I'm Josh (he/him), and I'm a senior majoring in physics with minors in music and digital media studies. I mainly tutor physics and math courses at TLC, and I've worked as a lab TI and TA in physics and DMS respectively. Outside of class, I'm a violist in the University of Rochester Symphony Orchestra and a massive classical music nerd, I'm an avid writer who enjoys thinking way too much about video games, and I love me a good Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Email: jsteaddo@u.rochester.edu

PSYCHOLOGY

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Derek Ju


Hello! My name is Derek Ju and I am a junior majoring in Psychology and Cell & Developmental Biology on the pre-dental track. I mainly tutor biology and chemistry courses required for most biology majors. Outside of class, I volunteer at the Strong Memorial Hospital and work as a research assistant at the Wynne Center for Family Research and at Dr. Jamieson’s Social Stress Lab. You can find me studying late at night in Gleason Library!

Email: dju@u.rochester.edu

OPTICS

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Quynh (Quinn) Trinh


Hello! I'm Quinn (she/her), a senior majoring in Optics. I tutor the PHYS 11x and 12x series, where I also served as a study group leader. Additionally, I’ve been a workshop leader for CHEM 132. Outside of academics, I enjoy reading fiction, baking, and binge-watching shows or movies. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance!

Email: qtrinh@ur.rochester.edu