April 2026 Peer Advisor of the Month: Lauren Sarver, Johnson County Community College
From Gerardo Ruiz, Veteran Services Coordinator, Johnson County Community College: “Lauren is a genuinely caring person who deeply cares about the program, its mission, and the well-being of her PAVE peers. Throughout the year, she has been a consistent and active participant in our events, always encouraging others to get involved and stay engaged. Her commitment […]
March 2026 Peer Advisor of the Month: Joshua Anderson, Wayne State University
From Dante Strother, Veteran Services Coordinator, Wayne State University: “Josh is a fertilizer. He acts as a catalyst for growth, and nurtures the potential of others each and every day he steps into the Student Veteran Resource Center (SVRC). His natural gift for connecting with people has allowed our program to grow in ways I […]
February 2026 Peer Advisor of the Month: David Hernandez, University of Washington – Tacoma
From Kendall Burch, Veteran Services Coordinator, University of Washington – Tacoma: “David brings a consistently positive and “get it done” attitude to our PAVE Team. He is proactive, reliable, contributes new ideas during meetings, and takes initiative when faced with a problem. Working on campus at the Disability Resource Office, he makes sure that his assigned […]
January 2026 Peer Advisor of the Month: Nadim Yousify, Wayne State University
From Carissa Bennett, Team Leader, Wayne State University: “I am pleased to nominate Nadim Yousify for recognition as an outstanding PAVE Peer Advisor. His unwavering dedication to supporting veterans, both on and off campus, has made him an invaluable asset to our team at Wayne State and to the larger veteran community. Through his positive attitude, […]
November/December 2025 Peer Advisor of the Month: Gennifer Newby, University of Oregon
From Ethan Bross, Team Leader, University of Oregon: “Gennifer Newby stands out as a Peer Advisor because she combines strong leadership with genuine empathy and approachability. She sets clear expectations, follows through on commitments, and fosters a friendly, inclusive environment where others feel supported and motivated. Her communication is consistent and transparent, and she handles […]
October 2025 Peer Advisor of the Month: Riley Danaher, Bowling Green State University
From Bryan Bills, Veteran Services Coordinator, Bowling Green State University: “Although Riley has only been part of our team for less than a semester, she has quickly distinguished herself as an exceptional Peer Advisor. From day one, she embraced her role with enthusiasm and initiative, taking the lead on outreach logs, personally following up with […]
September 2025 Peer Advisor of the Month: Montrice Moore, Wanye State University
From Carissa Bennett, Team Leader, Wayne State University: “Montrice has been an invaluable member of our WSU PAVE team for just over a year, and during that time he has played an integral role in expanding our presence and strengthening our impact on student veterans at Wayne State University. From his very first day, it was […]
April 2025 Co-Peer Advisor of the Month: Alexis Perez, University of Washington – Tacoma
From Kaily White, Veteran Services Coordinator, University of Washington – Tacoma: “Alexis Perez is an outstanding Peer Advisor whose dedication to supporting student veterans goes far beyond what is expected. This Winter 2025 quarter, Alexis logged an impressive 2,640 outreach efforts, which is nearly a 50 percent increase over the program’s goal of 1,700. Her remarkable […]
April 2025 Co-Peer Advisor of the Month: Melody Molina, Johnson County Community College
From Gerardo Ruiz, Veteran Services Coordinator, Johnson County Community College: “Melody has been an outstanding Peer Advisor, consistently reaching out to her cohort and providing timely follow-ups. She has developed strong, meaningful relationships with her peers, offering both guidance and support. Her fellow Peer Advisors and peers frequently commend her dedication to PAVE. Melody has truly […]
March 2025 Peer Advisor of the Month: Willow Chrivia, University of Oklahoma
From Logan Fuchs, Team Leader, University of Oklahoma: “Willow has embraced working with both assigned and unassigned student veterans beyond any expectations. She consistently assists with the PAVE program beyond the role of a Peer Advisor and is a wealth of knowledge for any student looking to find their way at the University of Oklahoma. […]