Students helping students succeed.

We’re here to support all Faculty of Arts students with free one-on-one peer mentoring, course specific study groups and skill-building workshops. Whether you need study skill strategies, a listening ear, or help navigating university life, our peer mentors are ready to help, in person or online. Drop in or book an appointment today!
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Whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate student, we offer personalized peer mentoring, collaborative study groups, and practical workshops to help you thrive.

About the Student Mentoring Centre

We’re students just like you, and we get it. University life can be exciting, overwhelming, and everything in between. That’s why we’re here to help.

Our team of peer mentors comes from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and we’re ready to support you with study strategies, time and stress management tips, and navigating student life. Whether you’re looking for academic tips or just someone to talk to, we’ve got your back.  Book a one-on-one appointment today, in person or online!

Brock

Brock

Pronouns: He, Him

Hometown: Ottawa

Program of study: Music

Languages: English, French, Spanish

Clement

Clement

Pronouns: He, Him

Hometown:  Markham, Ontario

Program of study: Second Language Teaching

Languages: English, French, Cantonese

Ella

Ella

Pronouns: She, Her

Hometown: Sault Ste Marie, Ontario

Program of study: Religious Studies and History

Languages: English, French

Mentor Emma

Emma

Pronouns: She, Her

Hometown:  Embrun, Ontario

Program of study: History

Languages: English, French

Mentor Hayley

Hayley

Pronouns: She, Her

Hometown:  Ottawa

Program of study: Modern Languages and Cultures

Languages: English, French, Italian (B2)

Mentor Holly

Holly

Pronouns: She, Her

Hometown:  Ottawa

Program of study: Communication & Sociology

Languages: English, French

Mentor Lily

Lily

Pronouns: She, Her

Hometown:  Toronto, Ontario

Program of study: Philosophy with a Microprogram in Creative Writing

Languages: English, French, German

Neveah

Neveah

Pronouns: She, Her

Hometown:  Orangeville

Program of study: French as a Second Language, minor in Animal Studies

Languages: English, French

Nicolas

Nicolas

Pronouns: He, Him

Hometown: Ottawa

Program of study: Philosophy

Languages: English, French

Tian

Tian

Pronouns: She, Her

Hometown: Nanchang, China

Program of study: Linguistics and Psychology

Languages: English, French, Mandarin

Student testimonial

I began my studies at the University of Ottawa in Fall 2025. During the registration process, I reached out to the Faculty of Arts Mentoring Service and was paired with Mary. She supported me throughout the process and helped me better understand several details that I had not been aware of.

Afterward, I stayed connected with the service, which allowed me to take part in review sessions for my philosophy course, among other activities. This support helped me earn strong grades during my first semester.

– Zine, Faculty of Arts student

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Location
Simard Hall, Room 125 B
60 University Street
Ottawa, ON, Canada K1N 6N5
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Hours

Monday to Friday

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Closed for Thanksgiving and reading week

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