Alina is a sophomore pursuing a major in Statistics & Quantitative Analysis and a minor in Psychology. She is eager to step into the Peer role and help Baruch students realize their professional potential. Alina encourages students to explore and make use of the resources offered at SCDC. She hopes that the Center will serve as a point of contact and comfort to many. Outside of the Center, Alina dedicates her time to a leadership program called New York Needs You.

Amanda is a senior pursuing a major in Operational Management and minors in Psychology and Corporate Communication. As a peer, she is on the Publicity and Suit Up for Success Committees. She believes that everyone has it in them to be successful and is thankful for the privilege to assist students on their professional journey. She strongly encourages students to take advantage of the opportunities and services offered by the SCDC and to aim high in their future careers.

Carmen is pursuing her B.A. in Public Affairs with a concentration in education policy and a minor in English. Committed to helping reduce educational disparities and working to promote youth development, she has interned at the Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement House, Global Kids and most recently at Year Up. In addition to being a Peer, she is the founder of Baruch Chapter of Women of Excellence, Strength and Tenacity (WEST) and works with LYHEP as a program evaluator.

Carolina is a senior pursuing a major in Marketing and a minor in Photography. She has been Peer since summer 2011, and has enjoyed every aspect of helping the Baruch community and STARR Career Development Center. Recently, Carolina interned at NBC Universal's iVillage, a website targeted for women's everyday solutions and entertainment. Carolina is excited to further her career and to continue to assist fellow students in developing and implementing their own career goals.

Farzana Ghanie is a senior double majoring in Psychology and Corporate Communications. As a Peer, she reviews resumes, conducts mock interviews, and promotes SCDC events, such as career and internship fairs. Apart from being a Peer, she is an Executive Peer Mentor and a Health Advisory Board Representative for the Undergraduate Student Government. Participating in these programs has positively impacted Farzana, preparing her for the professional world at Baruch and beyond.

Harshita is an International Business major and is also minoring in Finance and Psychology. In the past year, Harshita took advantage of the opportunities offered at Baruch by studying abroad in China for the summer and becoming a key member of Operation Smile, VITA and WEST. As a Peer, she reviews resumes and cover letters, conducts mock interviews and promotes SCDC events. She hopes she is able to help students in taking crucial steps towards their realizing their career goals.

Jason strongly believes in using the power of positive social impact to guarantee a brighter future. Therefore, he maintains an active role in TEAM Baruch and Phi Eta Sigma. Through the roles of Orientation Leader and Peer, Jason helps guide incoming Bearcats down the roads of academic and professional success. Currently, he pursues a BBA in Computer Information Systems at Baruch College to bolster his 6 year experience in professional app, game, and web development.

Kamelia is a junior at Baruch College intending to major in Journalism and Religion and Culture. She is a blogger and columnist for a Queens community newspaper titled The West Indian. Kamelia has interned at Girls Write Now and Gotham Gazette. She is a Baruch Provost Scholar and Jeannette K. Watson fellow. As a Peer, Kamelia hopes to offer helpful feedback and make meaningful connections with her fellow students.

Katherine is a senior majoring in Finance and minoring in Communication Studies. As a new addition to the Peer family, she has developed many skills in reviewing resumes, cover letters and thank you letters. Before becoming a Peer, she gained insight into the various opportunities available at the SCDC through her position as a Student Aide. Katherine also worked as an Orientation Leader for new students. She looks forward to helping students and sharing all that she has learned.

Kevin is a senior majoring in Finance with a minor in Natural Sciences. As a Peer, he reviews resumes, cover letters, thank you letters, conducts mock interviews, and promotes SCDC programs. He enjoys mentoring students and offering career tips. Through the SCDC, Kevin obtained and completed internships at JPMorgan, Bank of American, and Societe Generale. He hopes to give back to SCDC and the Baruch community, which has helped him tremendously in his own career development.

Liz is a senior majoring in International Business minoring in Hispanic Studies and Marketing. She is the Chair of the Career Corner, weekly column in the Ticker. Outside of the Center she is an HR intern at AXA Equitable. She is also the President of Creative Marketing Consulting and an Alumn of Management Leadership for Tomorrow and Sponsors For Educational Opportunity. She is grateful for the support she received at the SCDC and is eager to give back to her fellow students.

Minqi is a junior majoring in Finance with a double minor in Mathematics and Communication Studies. She is also an Assistant Director of the Communication Committee at Transfer Students Organization and a participant in the Financial Leadership Program class of 2012-2013. As a Peer, Minqi reviews resumes, cover letters, and promotes SCDC events. She enjoys enhancing the Baruch Community by serving fellow students and helping them achieve career success.

Paul is a senior majoring in Entrepreneurship with a minor in Communication Studies. As a Peer, he reviews resumes and cover letters. He has also co- led a number of career-related workshops. Paul participated in the Financial Leadership Program and is currently the Director of Communications for the Transfer Student Organization. Through the Center, he was selected to attend a week-long leadership training program at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government this summer.

Paulina is a Marketing Management major, minoring in Psychology and Computer Information Systems. The SCDC has significantly impacted her career development and helped her choose a major. Outside of the SCDC, she is the Assistant Director of Marketing of the Transfer Student Organization, promoting the club and its events in innovative ways. As a Peer, she is delighted and determined to give back to the Baruch community and help students along their own career paths.

Robert is a Marketing Advertising Communications major with minors in Theater and Psychology. As a Peer, he reviews resumes, conducts mock interviews, and promotes SCDC events. He enjoys helping clients en route to their dream job. Outside the Center, he serves as a Freshmen Seminar Executive Peer Mentor, Golden Key President, and Undergraduate Student Government Board of Director. Robert has grown personally and professionally and is thankful for his time at the Center and Baruch.

Sam is a senior majoring in Finance with a triple minor in Economics, Entrepreneurial Management, and Psychology. She is currently Co-President of Toastmasters at Baruch, and has also participated in the Financial Leadership Program. As a Peer, Sam conducts resume and cover letter reviews and promotes the Starr Career Development Center's services. She hopes that students will leave Baruch with the knowledge needed to succeed in their careers.

Stephen Violago is Finance major with a minor in Mathematics. As a peer, he reviews resumes, cover letters, and promotes SCDC Events. Outside of the Center, Stephen has been involved in many activities such as: Verizon Campus Ambassador, Orientation Leader, Mcbride Foundation Volunteer, and JP Morgan Trading Simulation. Additionally, he partook in a Collegiate Futures Trading Challenge in which he was able to place in the Top 4 representing Baruch College. Stephen was also selected to work as a Global Tactical Asset Allocation Intern at Verizon Investment Management Corporation for the summer of 2011.