Peer Advisor Program
Each first year student is paired with an upper year student who acts as their peer advisor. Peer Advisors are selected for their commitment to helping fellow students and willingness to pass on the assistance and knowledge they received while in first year. Peer Groups consist of approximately 40-45 students (2 small groups).
Peer Advisors hold weekly drop-in hours. Individual student appointments can also be scheduled to answer questions and discuss concerns on academic matters and law student life. Peer Advisors will share their experiences, and provide support and encouragement to first year students. Furthermore, Peer Advisors hold both social and academic events for their groups throughout the academic year. They are also aware of information regarding on campus services and are encouraged to refer students to other offices should an issue they cannot address be raised by a student in their peer group.
Each first year student is assigned a Peer Advisor during orientation week. If you have any questions regarding the program or are unsure of who your Peer Advisor is, please contact Jessica Simon at jsimon@uottawa.ca or at ext. 8891.
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Stacey Hsu - Peer Advisor
Welcome and congrats on making it to law school! My role as your Peer Advisor is to help make this year as sane as possible for you. Having been in your shoes last year, my job is to introduce you to the academic resources available to you, as well as extra-curricular and leadership opportunities. In addition, I hope to make your transition to law school as seamless as possible. I’m going to impart what I have learned onto you, including everything your professor doesn’t want you to know. (details)
Josiane Reid - Peer Advisor
I am currently enrolled in my second year of Programme de droit canadien (LL.L. /J.D.). My past experiences as an art and French teacher have left me with the motivation to help others. In this case, to help first year students go through this new life experience well-equipped. Therefore, please feel welcome to come and talk to me about any problems you might encounter. Law school represents a challenge when it comes to keeping a balance in your life... However, law students are usually prompt to accept challenges! Are you ready? (details)
Harkamal (Micky) Multani - Peer Advisor
Welcome to the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law! My name is Harkamal and I am currently in my second year of the English Common Law program. First year of law school is definitely a roller coaster ride. There will be many great moments but it will also be a challenging transition to make. As your peer advisor, I’m here to help you make this transition as smooth as possible. I hope to provide you with the academic, social, and general support you need to make your first year both successful AND memorable. I look forward to meeting you! (details)
Arshana Lalani - Peer Advisor
Congratulations and Welcome! I am a second year student in the English Common Law Program. I have varied interests but am slightly obsessed with theatre and opera. My role as a Peer Advisor is to help ease the transition into the first year of law school which can seem overwhelming (but really isn’t!). I am here to answer any questions about anything from academics to extra-curricular activities. We will also be doing some fun activities which can help you get to know the school and your peers better. (details)
Adam Harris - Peer Advisor
Hello everyone, my name is Adam Harris and I’ll be your Peer Advisor this year. Welcome to the Faculty of Law and what will hopefully be an awesome year. A big part of my job is helping you get oriented on the wild ride that is 1L. We’ll have some social events to get to know each other and learn about some of the necessities of law school that they don’t teach you in class. Feel free to ask me any questions you might have. I’m looking forward to getting to know all of you. All the best this year. (details)
A.J. Grant - Peer Advisor
Welcome to the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law and congratulations on your admission. You have made a great choice in attending the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law: the school has a very supportive culture, amazing faculty members, and is located in the best city for a legal education. (details)
Jean-Michel Fréchette - Camarade conseil
Hello - My name is Jean-Michel Fréchette, I am the Communications Director for the LTSS (Law and Technology student society) and a third year student in the French common law section. I am a graduate student of the faculty of Sciences at the University of Ottawa with a BSc Biopharmaceutical Science (specialization in Medicinal Chemistry). My background as well as my innate curiosity have driven me to law school - I like to know how thing’s work and develop strategies to overcome adversity! I hope that you will find what you are looking for within the halls of the Fauteux, and if not come talk to me about it.:) (details)