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Katherine Baker
Email: klbaker1@mtu.edu
Hometown: McAlester, OK
Year: Fifth
Interests: knitting, skiing, swing dancing
Experiences: co-op, resident assistant (RA), resumes, campus employment, student resources, ChemE
student orgs
During my first few years at Michigan Tech, I’ve been able to take advantage of some of the many opportunities for growth on campus. I work as an RA in the dorms, have gone on an eight month co-op at a paper mill, give tours of the Unit Operations Lab, and am involved in a ton of student orgs. I’m super excited to meet new students and work as a peer mentor to share resources and experiences to support them through their time at Tech.
Joey Gannon
Email: jrgannon@mtu.edu
Hometown: Grand Haven, MI
Year: Fourth
Interests: cooking, disc golf, fishing, wood working
Experiences: campus employment, enterprise, internships, minors, resumes, summer classes, summer
jobs, undergraduate research
Minor: Economics
Michigan Tech has so many great resources and opportunities for growth for both new
and returning students. I have completed internships at both Hilite International
as a quality engineer and at a water treatment plant. During the school year I work
for MTU athletics and as an undergraduate student researcher. As a peer mentor, I
look forward to helping students navigate through their courses
here at MTU.
James Hays
Email: jdhays@mtu.edu
Hometown: Walled Lake, MI
Year: Third
Interests: internships, resumes, minors, research
Experiences: campus employment, enterprise, internships, minors, resumes, summer classes, summer
jobs, undergraduate research
Minor: Physics
Michigan Tech is a great place for students to explore their interests and learn in
a supportive
community. I have experience with 2 internships, undergraduate research, and several
clubs
around campus. I'm excited to be a part of the peer mentor team and help students
find their place
here at Michigan Tech.
Abby Mello
Email: agmello@mtu.edu
Hometown: Freeland, MI
Year: Third
Interests: baking, running and lifting, reading
Experiences: co-op and internship, transfer student, minors, summer classes, campus employment,
student orgs
Minor: Business
In my time at Michigan Tech, I've picked up lots of tips and tricks on how to make the most of all resources available to students. I'm excited to pass that knowledge on with a unique, relatable perspective for other MTU students. I also have useful work experience as I am graduating this year, have taken a unique 1-year co-op in the paper industry, and have internship experience in the oil and gas industry. Always feel free to reach out to me with any questions!
Chazz Rohrer
Email: carohrer@mtu.edu
Hometown: Ludington, MI
Year: Third
Interests: Physical Fitness, Reading, Cooking, Music, Hiking
Experiences: transfer student, internship, resumes
College is an excellent time to participate in on-campus activities and explore the wonderful environment off-campus. As a Peer Mentor, I aim to share my perspective of college life with fellow students to further enrich their experience at Tech. Additionally, I want to help my fellow chemical engineers make educated decisions by sharing my experiences.