The U of T engSuccess Academic Peer Mentors are upper-year engineering students who understand that success in university goes beyond the classroom.
They understand what it’s like to face academic challenges and how to effectively overcome them using strategies and tools that help you learn and leverage the community around you.
- Book a one-on-one mentorship session with an engSuccess mentor to receive personalized study skills support.
- Attend pop-up events and workshops throughout the year.
- Stay updated by following engSucces on Instagram: @engsuccessuoft(opens in new tab)
One-on-One Sessions
Personalized session with a mentor that can focus on:
- Building effective time management skills
- Improving class preparation and note-taking
- Managing your academic course load and create a school-life balance
- Helping you set realistic goals and expectations
- Dealing with procrastination and distractions
- And more!
Appointments begin in Fall 2026.
Pop-Up Events & Workshops
Throughout the year, engSuccess mentors will host pop-up events and workshops for undergraduate engineering students. These events focus on different learning skills based on the time of year and on building community.
Topics may include:
- Time management during midterm season
- Ways to destress
- Tips for final exams
- And more!
engAccountability for Success - Virtual Accountability Sessions
Virtual accountability sessions with the engSuccess mentors. These sessions will motivate you to stay accountable to your study goals by meeting on Monday and checking in again on Friday. Receive support and motivation to stay on top of your studying!
Sessions begin in Fall 2026.
Meet the engSuccess Mentors
Each of the engSuccess Mentors is unique, with different backgrounds and experiences that we are excited to share with you. As engSuccess Mentors, we are here to help you navigate challenges that come up through informal, peer-to-peer mentorship.
Why meet with a mentor? For questions about U of T Engineering, to enhance your professional and academic skills, or if you just want to meet someone new!
Negin Soltanghorkhaneh (she/her) | CivE 2T6 + PEY
Hi everyone! My name is Negin, and I’m a fourth-year Civil Engineering student with a minor in Engineering Business. One of my strengths is managing multiple responsibilities and prioritizing tasks effectively, which has helped me stay balanced throughout my degree. I’ve been actively involved in the Troitsky Bridge Building Club, where we design and build bridges using popsicle sticks and craft glue—a fun experience I’ve enjoyed throughout my undergraduate years. I’m passionate about supporting students in building strong habits and confidence. Outside of school, I enjoy going to the gym, staying active, and discovering new music—always open to recommendations!
Sarvnaz Ale Mohammad (she/her) | EngSci MI 2T6 + PEY
Hello! My name is Sarvnaz, and I'm a 4th-year Engineering Science student specializing in Machine Intelligence. I am really excited to be an engSuccess peer mentor this year! I've benefited a lot from mentorship and would love to help other students out however I can. I'm a part of Women in Science and Engineering (WISE), Iron Dragons (Purple!), and was previously a part of iGEM Toronto. I've also completed two summers of undergrad research, and worked in consulting and data science roles during my summer internships and PEY. Please reach out if you'd like to chat!
Daphne Keyu Zhu (she/her) | ECE 2T9+PEY
Hi everyone! My name is Daphne (Keyu) Zhu, and I’m a second-year Computer Engineering student at U of T. My strengths include computational problem-solving, leadership, and mentoring. I have worked as an undergraduate research assistant in a lab, building tools for Verus proof synthesis and supporting research workflows. Having grown through international transition experiences myself, I’m excited to be an engSuccess peer mentor to help students feel supported academically and socially. Outside class, I’m involved in ECE Club, Engineering Society, photography, music and dance.
Avani Yadav (she/her) | ECE 2T6 + PEY
Hi everyone! I'm Avani, a fourth-year ECE student with a minor in Robotics. I also spent my first year in EngSci, and as an international student, I know that engineering can be both exciting and overwhelming. Over the past few years, I've had the opportunity to explore both research and industry through a research fellowship at ETH Zurich and my PEY at Qualcomm. Outside of academics, I've been involved in a variety of clubs and design teams, and this year I'm mainly involved with WISE and intramural frisbee. I joined engSuccess because I want to help make your engineering journey a little less stressful, so feel free to reach out anytime to chat about courses, study habits, internships, getting involved on campus, or anything else on your mind!
Paul Bosyj (he/him) | MechE 2T8 + PEY
Hey everyone! I'm Paul, a third-year Mechanical Engineering student! I love staying organized, making To-Do lists and planning out my day, because it lets me balance school with exercise, commuting, and fun! I’ve completed two research terms during my time at UofT, one on campus during my first summer and one in Germany last year. Feel free to ask me about them, both were great opportunities! I'm excited to be an engSuccess mentor because I know first-hand how difficult the transition to university can be, and I want to share what’s helped me along the way. Outside of school, you’ll probably catch me working out at Hart House, biking to school, or planning out my next backpacking trip. Looking forward to meeting some of you soon!
Lex Piunno (any/all) | Mech 2T6 + PEY
Hello everyone! I’m Lexi, a 4th-year Mechanical Engineering student (Mech 2T6 + PEY) completing a minor in Mechatronics. My interests include sustainable energy and improving quality of life in the Global South, and this year I’ll be completing an undergraduate thesis in this area. At Skule™, I serve as the Marketing and Communications Manager for the Skule™ Choir and am a member of the RSX Mechanical Team. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, drawing, and caring for my many pets—including over 200 tiny shrimp! I became an engSuccess Peer Mentor to help students build confidence, manage challenges, and achieve their goals.
Coralyn Zhong (she/her) | EngSci 2T9 + PEY
Hello! I’m Coralyn, a second year Engineering Science student who’s excited to help incoming students lead organized and successful journeys in engineering! As an EngSci commuter, I find my organization and time management skills to be non-negotiables, but I equally value my empathy and clear communication, especially when delivering any form of advice. In engSuccess, I hope to translate my experiences into fun stories and lessons to accelerate your growth. Reach out if you’d like to learn from some tidbits of wisdom I have accumulated along the way, share witty banter, or explore fibrearts, illustration, and a little absurdism.
Ashreya Mohan (she/her) | EngSci 2T7
Hi everyone! My name is Ashreya and I'm a 4th year EngSci in the Engineering Physics option. I joined engSuccess because I remember how challenging the first few years of engineering can be and I wanted to share my experiences and guidance! I've done summer research in the ECE and Physics departments in the past, and in my free time I enjoy reading, doing art, and exploring local cafes. Feel free to reach out about organization, time management, or anything else!
Rami Hussayn (he/him) | CivE 2T9 + PEY
Hi everyone! My name is Rami, and I’m a second-year Civil Engineering student. Some of my main strengths are time management and maintaining a solid work-life balance which are both essential for surviving the rigorous UofT engineering environment. I became an engSuccess mentor to help incoming students build these habits and find their footing. Alongside mentoring, I’m the Vice President of External Relations for the Canadian Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) student chapter this year. In my free time, I love playing and watching sports and am always willing to debate anyone on why Neymar was the real goat.
Sara Parvaresh Rizi (they/them) | EngSci 2T8+PEY
Hey everyone! My name is Sara, and I’m a 3rd-year Engineering Science student specializing in ECE with minors in AI and Bioengineering. My strengths lie primarily in math subjects (calculus, linear algebra, ODEs, ...) and in projects involving medical AI. I’ve conducted undergraduate research across medical imaging, agentic AI, and predictive models for cardiac health. I’m an engSuccess mentor because I love sharing my experiences and giving the peer support that I very much relied on myself! Outside of academics, you can find me drawing, reading (a never-ending TBR), or crashing out over my ECs. Excited to see you!!
Rahma Zaghloul (she/her) | CivE 2T8 + PEY
Hi everyone! My name is Rahma, and I'm a 3rd year Civil Engineering student. This past summer I worked as a Research Assistant in a concrete sustainability lab. Having had a rough start in 1st year, I became an engSuccess mentor to help students facing similar challenges by sharing time management strategies, study techniques, and useful lessons I learned along the way. Outside of Skule, I'm involved in intramural sports (soccer + flag football) and I also love photography! I look forward to helping you make the most of your engineering experience 🙂
Bala Bala Kannan Murali (he/him) | ChemE 2T6 + PEY
Hey everyone, my name is Bala Kannan Murali (Bala). I am a ChemE 2T6 + PEY, minoring in Artificial Intelligence. I am a very curious mind with a strong background in technical engineering topics. I have industry experience with TC Energy and have researched about Carbon Capture at IIT. My main motivation to be an engSuccess peer mentor is to help students whose shoes I have been in and be a great leader for my team. I am part of UTSM and love to play football, rock climb and hike.
Jeremy Chan (he/him) | CivE 2T9 + PEY
Hey everyone! I'm Jeremy, second year student in civil engineering, hoping to go into transportation engineering. I understand how stressful engineering can be, particularly for those new to Toronto like myself, and I'm here to help! Over first year, I really enjoyed being involved in Skule activities, whether it's hide and seek, intramural frisbee, or even crashing with the Lady Godiva Memorial Bnad (my picture!) This past summer, I did research at UofT's Transportation Institute, where I looked at optimizing GO train services. I'm really excited to meet you and learn about your experiences!
Philip Mugambi (he/him) | ECE 2T8 + PEY
Hi! My name is Philip, a 3rd year Electrical and Computer Engineering student (2T8 + PEY) with a minor in Nanoengineering. I've conducted undergraduate research in UofT's photonics and optics department, and I've been involved with UTWind. Coming from a different country with a different social and educational system, I had to adapt to living away from home and learning in an entirely new way. While I'm still adapting and improving, I hope to help others navigate similar changes with a bit less trial and error than I had to go through.
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