Meet our Tutors

Meet our Tutors

Meet our Tutors

Get to know the friendly, smart tutors who will be supporting your education.


Chloe Lam (she/her)

Area of Study: Electrical Engineering 

What motivated you to be a tutor? I believe tutoring is a great way for me to keep the content fresh in my mind while also helping other students who are in the same situation I was in not too long ago — trying to grasp new material. I’ve been there!

What do you like to do in your free time? Public speaking, playing basketball, cooking, working out

Go-to study snack: Java cookie from Blue Chip! 

Courses: MATH 100, MATH 200, MATH 221, PHYS 100, PHYS 131, PHYS 170, APSC 160, CHEM 121 


Dev Thakkar (he/him)

Area of Study: Integrated Engineering  

What motivated you to be a tutor? I want to help others learn from my past mistakes while also keeping my fundamentals strong as I take upper-year classes.

What do you like to do in your free time? Public speaking, playing basketball, cooking, working out

Go-to study snack: Cookies!

Courses: Math 100, MATH 101, MATH 152, MATH 180 


Donny Sun (he/him)

Area of Study: Mathematics 

What motivated you to be a tutor? I love seeing ideas “click” in people’s minds! I started by tutoring friends, then high school students, and now university students. It’s so rewarding to see them grasp the big-picture concepts and feel less stressed academically.

Go-to study snack: Frozen fruit 

Courses: MATH100, MATH 180, MATH 110, MATH 200, MATH 221, MATH 302, ECON 101, ECON 102, STAT 200, STAT 302 


Gahan Diwan (he/him)

Area of Study: Master of Science in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (Immunopathology) 

What motivated you to be a tutor? I have always been passionate about tutoring and have pursued it as a goal since childhood. Helping my fellow students while strengthening my own understanding of concepts has been a truly rewarding experience.

Go-to study snack: Matcha latte 

Courses: BIOL 111, BIOL 112, BIOL 121, BIOL 200, MATH 100, MATH 180, MATH 101 .


Georgia Reed (she/her)

Area of Study: Nursing

What motivated you to be a tutor? The ability to help others build confidence, develop skills to excel in their studies, and become lifelong learners is something I truly value.

Go-to study snack: Smoothie 

Courses: BIOL 112, BIOL 121, BIOL 180, BIOL 155, BIOL 200, BIOL 230, BIOL 260, MICB 211 


Itay Amrom (he/him)

Area of Study: Integrated Sciences (Infectious Diseases and Public Health) 

What motivated you to be a tutor? I love helping others, and tutoring allows me to share my strengths while supporting those around me.

Go-to Study Snack: Mangoes

Courses: BIOL 112, BIOL 121, BIOL 201, CHEM 123, CHEM 233, CPSC 103 .


Jello De Los Reyes (she/her)

Area of Study: Medical Laboratory Science

What motivated you to be a tutor? I want to help other students succeed in their studies, because I’ve also been a student who struggled before — and I know how much the right support can help.

Go-to Study Snack: BBQ Pringles

Courses: BIOL 111, BIOL 112, BIOL 121, BIOL 200


Kelly Park (she/her)

Area of study: Microbiology and Immunology

What motivated you to be a tutor? I struggled with finding the right study style and staying organized in the past, and once I overcame those challenges, I realized how much the right guidance can help. Now, I strive to make the learning journey enjoyable and encouraging for other students as well.

Go-to study snack: An iced mocha or iced matcha!

Courses: BIOL 112, BIOL 121, MATH 100, MATH 101, PHYS 117, CHEM 121, CHEM 123, DSCI 100 .


Kiah Nirmal (she/her)

Area of study: Cellular, Anatomical, and Physiological Sciences

Academic Interests: Mathematics and Astronomy

What motivated you to be a tutor? I love the idea that the study strategies and knowledge I gain can be passed on to others, helping them grow in their own learning journey.

Go-to study snack: Chips

Courses: BIOL 112, BIOL 121, MATH 100, MATH 101, CHEM 121, CHEM 123.


Mahek Chagani (she/her)

Area of study: Mathematics and Economics 

What motivated you to be a tutor? I love helping students go from a confused stare to finally having their “Aha!” moment.

Go-to study snack: Chocolate (for the sugar rush!)

Courses: CHEM 100, CHEM 121, DSCI 100, ECON 101, ECON 102, MATH 200, MATH 215 ,MATH 221, MATH 210.


Megan MacLaren (she/her)

Area of Study: Pharmacy

What motivated you to be a tutor?I’ve been tutoring for over five years, and I’m motivated by the opportunity to help students gain confidence and better understand concepts they once struggled with. It’s incredibly rewarding to see their progress and know I’ve contributed to their success.

Go-to study snack: Chocolate 

Courses: BIOC 202, BIOL 201, CHEM 100, CHEM 111, CHEM 120, CHEM 121, CHEM 123, CHEM 130, CHEM 154, CHEM 203, CHEM 213, CHEM 233, CHEM 235, CHEM 260 (appointment only) .


Muskan Poddar (she/her)

Area of Study: Neuroscience

What motivated you to be a tutor? I love helping other students learn, and tutoring also helps me strengthen my own understanding of courses I’ve taken before.

Go-to study snack: Popcorn!

Courses: BIOL 112, BIOL 200, CHEM 123


Nusaibah Hossain (she/her)

Area of Study: Economics and Statistics

What motivated you to be a tutor? I enjoy breaking down complex concepts into clear, approachable steps and helping students build confidence in their coursework. Tutoring gives me the chance to share what I’ve learned while continuing to strengthen my own understanding.

Go-to Study Snack: Chocolate covered peanuts

Courses: ECON 101, ECON 102, MATH 100, CPSC 103, ECON 325.


Renee Hui (she/her)

Area of Study: Integrated Science in  Food and Nutrition, Physiology, and Neuroscience 

What motivated you to be a tutor? I hope to make learning less stressful through my enthusiasm and support.

Go-to Study Snack: Sweet potatoes

Courses: BIOL 112, BIOL 121, CHEM 121, CHEM 123, MATH 100, MATH 101, PHYS 171, PHYS 131 


Shaurya Thareja (he/him)

Area of Study: Double Major in Computer Science & Cognitive Systems 

What motivated you to be a tutor? I believe that finding the right learning patterns can be life-changing, and tutoring gives me the opportunity to help others discover what works best for them.

Go-to Study Snack: Jeremy Sandwich @Great Dane Coffee 

Courses: MATH 100, CPSC 110, CPSC 121, CPSC 210, CPSC 221 , PSYC 101, PSYC 102, PSYC 217, STAT 200 .


Shu Yue (she/her)

Area of Study: Cellular, Anatomical, and Physiological Sciences 

What motivated you to be a tutor? I enjoy teaching and hope to help students prepare for exams, develop strong study habits, and foster a genuine curiosity for learning.

Go-to study snack: Banana chips 

Courses: BIOL 112, BIOL 121, BIOL 200, BIOL 201, BIOL 234, CHEM 123, CHEM 205, PSYC 101, MATH 100, MATH 101 .


Siddarth (he/him)

Area of Study: Computer Science

What motivated you to be a tutor? I want to share knowledge in a way that makes learning easier, clearer, and more exciting for others.

Go-to study snack: Dark Chocolate 

Courses: CPSC 210, CPSC 221, MATH 100, MATH 101, MATH 180 .


Simrit Randhawa (she/her)

Area of Study: International Relations 

What motivated you to be a tutor? I’ve always loved connecting with others through learning! Tutoring gives me the chance to support students, share tips that have helped me, and create a space where it’s okay to make mistakes and ask lots of questions.

Go-to study snack: Coffee!!

Courses: ECON 101, ECON 102.


Tanishka Awasthi (she/her)

Area of Study: Psychology with French Minor

Academic Interests: Learning languages, like French

What motivated you to be a tutor? I enjoy helping others learn and feel more confident in their abilities. Supporting students as they work through challenges and grow in their understanding is incredibly rewarding.

Go-to study snack : Kinder Buenos 

Courses: PSYC 101, PSYC 102, PSYC 217, PSYC 218, ECON 101, ECON 102