WHAT IS THE ROLE OF A MENTEE?
A mentee is an individual who receives advice, assistance and feedback from a more experienced person over a set period of time, resulting in the enhancement of the mentee’s educational and professional endeavors. The mentee must have clear goals and be willing to accept guidance and advice in order for the relationship to be successful. A mentee is open to constructive feedback and has a desire to learn and develop new skills to progress in their graduate education.
Congratulations to the mentees in the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program at RVCC for the 2018-2019 academic year.
Anne Joseph
General Science and Nursing
My name is Anne Joseph. I am currently a double major at RVCC in general science and nursing. I plan to become a Nurse Practitioner. When I graduate with my associate degree, I plan on transferring to a four-year institution. I hope to gain enough knowledge and experience to change the medical world and impact the lives around me.
I enjoy spending quality time with family and friends. I also enjoy traveling the world! So far, I have been to Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, and Hungary. I hope to continue traveling and experiencing new cultures. I love playing softball and I had the wonderful opportunity of playing for RVCC’s team this year, as a first basemen. A newly found interest of mine has been the gym. It has been proven to be a great stress reliever and I look forward to going every day. I enjoy learning more about God. I was asked to be a CRU leader, which is a Christian Club here at RV and I cannot wait to teach and spread the gospel. Although there are many other things I enjoy and look forward to doing, I love having a good time and enjoying the simpler moments in life.
Through the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program, I hope to gain insight on what corporate America is like. I have always been a mentor in all the programs I have been in, so it is nice to switch things up a bit and be on the receiving end this time around. I hope to become a better leader and I hope to grow in all aspects of my professional and personal life. I know I will be able to use the skill sets I have developed in all the endeavors I decide to pursue. I am very excited for all that this year has in store and I am very grateful for this opportunity.
Cristian Perez
Civil Engineering
Hi, my name is Cristian Perez. I am a second year-student here at Raritan Valley Community College currently majoring in Civil engineering with a focus on the environmental impact of engineering. I plan to complete my associate’s degree in civil engineering at Raritan Valley Community College and afterwards, transfer to the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark, New Jersey. There, I hope to complete my bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. If all goes well, a masters in structural engineering and a degree in environmental science would enable me to carry out my long term plans to benefit the environment and people around the world.
I currently work in Lifetime Athletic as a facility operations team member and I also work in the first year experience office here at RVCC helping students in their first steps in higher education. During my free time, I enjoy watching soccer and my favorite team is Manchester City. My hobbies include playing volleyball, jogging, biking, and other outdoor activities. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends doing the things I love.
I am looking forward to the experiences and opportunities that the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program will provide. I am very thankful to be given the opportunity to improve my skills and meet new and interesting people. I hope to, not only learn life-long skills from my mentor, but also pass down what I know to everyone I meet. I cannot wait to begin the program and see what is to come with the experiences made.
Dominick Bello
Computer Science
My name is Dominick Bello and I am a Computer Science student at RVCC. I want to transfer to a four-year college preferably on the West coast. I’m a first-generation college student and I don’t know my exact career goals yet, but something relating to Computer Engineering or Software Development would be ideal. However, later in my career I want to move into a different field - maybe being a detective, but anything can change.
People often say I’m the most logical person they’ve ever met. I never get mad and I’m always relaxed too. When I am not at school, I am mostly watching Mix Martial Arts or playing a video game with my friends. I enjoy the analytics and strategy behind Mix Martial Arts and that is why I like it so much. I used to wrestle and now I’m currently transitioning to Jiu Jitsu.
I am very thankful to be one of the mentees selected for the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program. I hope to use this opportunity to become experienced with the professional world and to use it as a great resource on my resume. I want to develop my communication skills and get the most out of this opportunity that I can.
Hien Ngo
Pre-Pharmacy
My name is Hien Ngo. I have a strong passion to become a pharmacist that can help others to improve their health. When I was young I used to give herbal medicines to my sisters when we played the “Doctor Game.” Now, I am currently a Pre-Pharmacy student at Raritan Valley Community College in order to start my dream. After graduating from RVCC, I want to go to the Earnest Mario School of Pharmacy for a PhD degree. Then, I hope to work in a hospital or a company as a pharmacist with specialty practice areas such as pediatric, nutrition or oncology, and obtain a leadership role. Additionally, I also want to do research about herbal medicines.
I like doing many things I can, so I have a lot of interests. I really enjoy cooking because I feel very happy when seeing people enjoy the food that I cook. I make handmade artworks such as ceramics, drawing, sewing, and design things. In the summer, I love to plant vegetables and flowers with my family in our little garden. In my free time, I like reading books, poem or short stories. They can be any literature works from different countries and are translated into my native language, Vietnamese, or English. The other hobby is self-study to play piano. Along with these hobbies, I really like to volunteer at New Jersey Eastern Star Home. Summer 2019 will be my fourth summer with this “family.” To me, people at the Easter Star Home are like my grandparents. I really enjoy listening to their stories and help them to enjoy their last moments in life. I want to give them a peaceful and warm feeling like a granddaughter or as a friend. I volunteer at this place with two other sisters. We are called “The Three Musketeers” or “The Three Sisters.”
I am so happy and honored to be a part of the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program for the 2019-2020 academic year. I have never been a mentee before, so I am very excited. After this program, I hope to improve my professional skills. Specifically, I want to learn how to stay focused with positive thinking in life. I also want to gain courage and improve my self-confidence, communication skills, public speaking skills in order to move forward and be successful.
Amer Umair
Pre-Pharmacy
Hi, my name is Umair Amer. I am a sophomore at Raritan Valley Community College currently majoring in Pre-Pharmacy. From adolescence, I have held a strong affinity in my heart for medicine and the health sciences. After I graduate with my associate’s degree in Spring 2020, I plan on attending Pharmacy School to obtain my Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferably at the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University. I hope to become a Clinical Pharmacist or specialize in Emergency Medicine pharmacy to help patients receive the best possible treatment and care they deserve.
One interesting fact about me is that my friends and I initiated the Pre-Pharmacy club at RVCC in the Fall 2019 semester. Our goal is to educate students on the different pharmacy career paths by inviting pharmacists from various career settings, as well as current pharmacy students from different schools in order to guide prospective students interested in applying to pharmacy school. Moreover, we bring admission representatives from various universities to talk about their program as well. In my spare time, I like to cook, work on cars, and spend time with my friends. I enjoy cooking meals from diverse cultures for my friends and family. I also enjoy helping people and give back to my community. During the month of Ramadan, I volunteer at my local mosque and just recently, I started volunteering with the First Year Experience (FYE) at RVCC to help students transition into their first year of college.
I am excited and honored to be part of the Sanofi Mentoring Program. I hope to strengthen my communication and leadership skills that will one day help me in my career as a pharmacist. I look forward to working with my mentor and fellow mentees who will be able to guide me throughout the program and help me accomplish my goals. I look forward to beginning the program and experience the great opportunities it has to offer.
Julia Vroom
English
Hi, my name is Julia Vroom and I am currently a student at Raritan Valley Community College. I am majoring in English and plan on transferring to a four-year university once I have received my associate degree. After earning my bachelor’s degree, I hope to work in journalism, editing, or publishing. I love and value education, and hope to one day earn my PhD and teach English and Writing at the college level. I aspire to open people’s eyes and bring them awareness to a vast number of issues in areas such as politics, economics, and social justice through writing and literature.
My hobbies include reading and writing. I especially enjoy reading historical fiction, historical non-fiction, and classic fiction books. I also have a passion for music. I have been playing guitar since the age of thirteen, with a focus on classical Spanish music. My other interests include learning about different cultures, religions, and walks of life.
I hope that the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program will provide me with the necessary job and leadership skills I will need in order to be successful once I have graduated from college. I look forward to working with a mentor who has my best interest at heart and cares about my success just as much as I do. Having someone I can look to for guidance as I navigate my way through my final year at Raritan, prepare to transfer to a four-year university, and refine my goals for my future career is an amazing opportunity that I am truly blessed to have.
“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” – Malcolm X
Katelyn (Katie) McLaren
Civil Engineering
Hi, my name is Katie McLaren and I am a civil engineering student at Raritan Valley Community College. In the future, I plan on transferring to a four-year institution to further my education and receive my B.S. in either civil or environmental engineering. I hope to use my degree and knowledge to better society and the world around us.
At Raritan Valley, I am involved in the Honors College, Phi Theta Kappa, and I am the Vice President of Info and Media of RV Sci Pod. RV Sci Pod is a great club where we work on making podcasts about various scientific topics. I am also the co-president of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). In SWE we work on inspiring women to pursue engineering. Outside of RVCC I enjoy skiing, snowboarding, hiking with my dog, traveling, and hanging out with my friends.
I am very excited and honored to be a part of the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program. It is a great opportunity to grow professionally and personally. I hope to develop various skills in planning, time management, and communication. I look forward to learning from my mentor and gaining insight from their work experience.
Luke Ingenito
Mechanical Engineering
My name is Luke Ingenito and I am a Mechanical Engineering student at Raritan Valley Community College. My main goal is to transfer to a 4 year university where I can pursue my dream of becoming a Professional Engineer. With this title I will use my knowledge and acquired skills to enhance the world around me. Further, I hope to one day earn my Masters in Business Administration that will allow me to attain a managerial position in the engineering field.
My main interests involve anything related to sports or physical activity. My favorite sports include football, basketball, lacrosse, and baseball. Sports has always been a huge part of my life, teaching me valuable lessons that allows me to be in the position I am in today. I also love being around my friends and family, especially when we all gather to share a meal.
I am extremely excited to be a part of the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program. I hope I am able to learn valuable skills regarding professionalism from an experienced corporate employee giving me a competitive edge. This program offers so many great opportunities and I am excited to capitalize on them.
Palak Shah
Business Management
My name is Palak Shah and I am a Business Major at Raritan Valley Community College. I want to become a financial analyst and hopefully own a consulting firm for investments. After another year at RV, I plan to transfer to a four-year college to gain more knowledge and experience. I want my work to benefit others in an unconventional manner. I want my knowledge to help other people become better at financial management.
I love to dance, and occasionally I like to paint as well. Binge-watching Netflix is my idea of relaxing. I believe in giving back to the community and volunteer at the local library. As an Enactus member, I invest all my efforts into planning projects and executing them to benefit two or more parties. Enactus is all about efficient business deals. I am also a professional Henna Artist and I am trying to establish my own company. I love spending quality time with my family and friends.
I hope the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program helps me to become more professional and diplomatic. I think this is a great opportunity for me to learn “real-life” skills with guidance. I hope this Program enables me to become a better individual not only in the workplace but also in my personal life.
Syed Mumtaz
Business Administration-General Business
My name is Syed Mumtaz and I am in my second semester at Raritan Valley Community College. My major at RVCC is Business Administration-General Business. After completing my associate degree, I would like to transfer to the Rutgers Business School at New Brunswick to continue my education and complete my bachelor's degree. The major that I would like to pursue in is Business Analytics and Information Technology, and I would like to minor in Economics. Some of my career goals in terms of work is to get a job as a Data Analyst. One of my favorite subjects is math and inside of math, my favorite type is statistics. I enjoy throwing around numbers and seeing trends that occur not only in the economy but also in specific businesses or companies.
Some of the many hobbies that I am involved in are spike ball, baseball, football, basketball, hiking and traveling. I am involved in the spike ball club at RVCC which shows how much I love the sport. I also really enjoy watching baseball and football and of course, Netflix.
I am looking forward to participating in the Sanofi Corporate Mentor Program and be able to create connections through all of the other people involved in this Program. I enjoy meeting new people, connecting with them and learning from them. Next, I look forward to learning how to better present myself to companies that I would like to apply for an internship or a job. I believe a mentor is very knowledgeable and can guide me in my career to accomplish my goals. I can’t wait to learn from my mentor. I enjoy learning about useful information that can benefit me, and I believe that is what mentors are here to do.