Our 2025-2026 Peer Success Leaders are available to meet one-on-one with Duke undergraduates to discuss questions and challenges they are experiencing during their time at Duke. Feel free to reach out to a PSL individually or contact the ARC Peer Education Team and we can link you up with one of them. Learn more about the PSLs below!
Josue Blanco
Bio coming soon!
Sara Fernandez
Sara is a junior majoring in Psychology and Statistical Science with a certificate in Science and the Public.
"I'm excited to be a Peer Success Leader because I've benefited so much from my upperclassmen advice over the years, so I have all of my own plus a lot of their experiences to share. I love helping students take ownership of their experience at Duke!"
Sara's fun fact: "I tap dance and play bassoon (not at the same time)."
Alexandra Himmel
Alexandra is a sophomore majoring in Political Science with a concentration in International Relations and minoring in Women & Gender Studies.
"I wanted to become a PSL to connect with students who are unsure about their path at Duke and assist them with finding tools and resources that can help guide them. My favorite part of my role is connecting with freshman and learning about the new changes to the first-year curriculum and advising!"
Alexandra's fun fact: "I was a three-time junior Olympic fencer!"
Nick Hoffmann
Nick is a sophomore majoring in Biology and Global Health.
"I have always enjoyed being able to assist others and make a difference. Working as a PSL gives me the chance to combine the best of both worlds by mixing personalized counseling with broader, campus-wide engagement initiatives!"
Nick's fun fact: "I can play the banjo!"
Anavi Kaul
Anavi is a junior majoring in Biomedical Engineering.
"I became a Peer Success Leader to help guide first-years and other students to navigate their unique pathways at Duke!"
Anavi's fun fact: "I solo-traveled to France this summer!"
Maddie Morrison
Maddie is a senior on a pre-med pathway majoring in Cultural Anthropology with minors in Chemistry and Global Health.
"I became a Peer Success Leader to help students navigate Duke’s resource landscape and feel confident exploring new opportunities, asking for help, and embracing failure as part of their journey toward success.:
Maddie's fun fact: "I’m surprisingly good at staring contests."
Bella Myer
Bella is a senior majoring in Biomedical Engineering.
"I became a Peer Success Leader because I wanted to support students in the same way mentors supported me when I was new to campus. I really enjoy building connections, listening to students' experiences, and helping them find strategies that make their journey a little easier. The best part is seeing students grow more confident and comfortable over time, and knowing I've contributed to that in some way."
Bella's fun fact: "I've broken 12 bones."
Marie Timko
Marie is a junior majoring in Physics and minoring in Mathematics.
"I love talking about classes and academic programs at Duke, and I am passionate about helping other students succeed academically and personally because I truly believe that everyone can thrive at Duke when they find the people and environments that are right for them."
Marie's fun fact: "I play the piano and ukulele."
