Confidential Peer Educators
Confidential Peer Educators (CPEs) are undergraduate students trained to facilitate violence prevention curricula to the Brandeis community, including trainings and workshops on bystander intervention, consent, and healthy relationships. CPEs present in pairs by request. Learn more about the different trainings offered by CPEs.
Additionally, Confidential Peer Educators provide peer support to students impacted, directly or indirectly, by sexual violence, relationship violence, or stalking. CPEs are available for drop-in hours every weekday that classes are in session 1-4pm in the PARC office. If you would prefer to meet with a CPE outside of those hours, please email parc@brandeis.edu and let us know when would work for you to speak with a CPE for peer support.
Abby (she/her) is double majoring in Psychology and HSSP. Outside of PARC, Abby is a member of the Delta Phi Epsilon sorority and a part of Jewish on Campus at Brandeis. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, baking and trying new recipes. As a PARC member she is excited to offer support across campus.
Abby is typically in the office on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Amanda (she/her) is majoring in neuroscience. Outside of PARC, Amanda is a member of the Turrigiano lab at Brandeis. She likes sketching, sweets, and has a major soft spot for animals. As a confidential peer educator, Amanda is excited to inform and support the Brandeis community by creating a safe space for discussion.
Amanda is typically in the office on Tuesdays.
Aneri (she/her) is double majoring in Psychology and Business. She is so excited and honored to be a part of PARC, and hopes to create a supportive community through education and advocacy. Outside of PARC, Aneri is also a member of the Sigma Delta Tau sorority, a coordinator-in-training for the Waltham Group Brandeis Buddies, and a research assistant at the CoPE lab. In her free time, she loves to do yoga, explore Boston, and hang out with her friends!
Aneri is typically in the office on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Ayla (she/they) is an Environmental Studies and HSSP major with an Education minor. Outside of PARC, Ayla is a sister of the Delta Phi Epsilon sorority and a member of Up the Octave! She is absolutely thrilled to be a listening ear and helping hand at PARC, and to create a supportive, safe community.Ayla is typically in the office on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Daniyal (he/him) is majoring in HSSP and Business. Outside of PARC, he loves swimming who also enjoys spending time in nature, exploring cities, and connecting with friends. He’s passionate about building supportive communities and creating environments where people feel heard and understood. As a confidential peer educator, Daniyal is excited to support his peers, promote wellbeing on campus, and contribute to making Brandeis a safer, more compassionate space.Daniyal is typically in the office on Thursdays and Fridays.
Dalya (she/her) is double-majoring in Psychology and HSSP. Outside of PARC, Dalya is a member of the Delta Phi Epsilon sorority and is the Vice President of Academic Affairs. She loves playing the piano, painting, and dancing. As a PARC member, she is happy to offer support to her peers, help them with their needs, and be a friendly face around campus. Dalya is typically in the office on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Ella (she/her) is double-majoring in Psychology and Art History with a minor in Arabic language. She can be found watching movies, reading a book, doing yoga, or sipping 1/4 cups of coffee she consumes daily. As a member of the PARC team, Ella is here to lend an ear and support all students across the Brandeis community.
Ella is typically in the office on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Hedy (she/her) is from Princeton, NJ, and is majoring in Economics and Environmental Studies and minoring in Journalism. On campus, she also serves as a UDR, plays ultimate frisbee with Banshee, and writes for The Justice. In her free time, she can be found spending time in nature, reading, cooking, and going for runs. As a Confidential Peer Educator, she is honored to be part of a team that constructs a culture of safety and intervention through education and advocacy.
Hedy is typically in the office on Fridays.
Isaac (he/him) is double majoring in Psychology and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality studies. Outside of PARC, he loves backpacking and climbing. In his free time, he enjoys to read and explore new places. He is thrilled to be a CPE for PARC, and is excited to provide support for his peers, and engage in efforts to make Brandeis a safer place.
Isaac is typically in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Isla (she/her) is a sophomore from Atlanta, GA. She's majoring in HSSP, with minors in both Legal Studies and Theater. In her free time, she likes to make art, get boba with friends, and explore the Boston area. Isla is looking forward to becoming a source of support for the Brandeis community through her position as a Confidential Peer Educator.
Isla is typically in the office on Fridays.
Julia (she/her) is a senior majoring in sociology with a minor in English. She is an associate editor at the Justice newspaper and the communications director for the Brandeis Democrats. Julia is also an e-board member for C.A.R.E, where she educates the student body on the injustices of the prison system. Her favorite artist is Taylor Swift, and her favorite type of tea is Earl Grey. Julia also enjoys reading, watching tv, and spending time with her cat. Julia is excited to continue to help the Brandeis community in her roles as a confidential peer educator and PARC office coordinator.
Julia is typically in the office on Mondays and Thursdays.
Kennedy (she/they) is a sophomore from Newark, NJ and a theater arts major. She’s involved in UTC and the all-treble acapella group Up The Octave. In their free time, Kennedy likes to write, visit museums, listen to music, and play dress up in her own closet Kennedy is excited to continue their role at PARC and engage honestly with the Brandeis community.
Kennedy is typically in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Maxine (she/her) is planning to major in Anthropology with minors in Legal Studies and Climate Justice, Science, and Policy (CJSP). Outside of PARC, she is a member of Up The Octave acapella group and is an Activism Coordinator on the Students for Environmental Action E-Board. In her free time, she loves to thrift, be outside, and make charcuterie boards. Maxine is so excited to be a CPE for PARC and help improve the campus climate through education and advocacy!
Maxine is typically in the office on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Oliwia (she/her) is a Business major from Northern Ireland. Other fields of interest include Sociology and Journalism. Outside of PARC, she volunteers for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts, and enjoys the gym or going for a coffee. As a CPE, she’s keen to educate others and provide a safe space for members of the Brandeis community.
Oliwia is typically in the office on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Santiago (he/him) is majoring in neuroscience on a pre-med track. I'm from Houston, Texas, and a swimmer for the Brandeis Swim and Dive Team and a member of the Men's Volleyball team. In my free time I like to go hiking, spending time hanging out with friends and exploring new places. I'm excited to be a CPE for PARC because I'll be able to provide support to students and make efforts to making Brandeis a safer place for growth and education.
Santiago is typically in the office on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Syd (she/her) is a double major in Psychology and HSSP. She is from Hawaii and in her free time she volunteers at Boston Medical Center, spends time at the Common Good, and explores Boston. Syd is looking forward to continuing her PARC work and hopes be a listening ear and friendly face for the Brandeis community.
Syd is typically in the office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Zen (she/her) is a Computer Science major. In her free time, she loves to read, listen to music, bake, and hang out with friends. Zen is enthusiastic about educating and advocating for Brandeis students impacted by violence.
Zen is typically in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.