Simmons Academic Mentors (SAMs)
Simmons Academic Mentors (or SAMs) are current Simmons students who assist first-year students with academic acclimation to Simmons University. In this role, SAMs provide peer academic support to first-year students throughout the summer leading up to and during your first year at Simmons University.
SAMs will hold weekly drop in hours throughout the year to answer any questions you might have. SAMs also facilitate programming to support you throughout your first year at Simmons. If you think you might have something in common with any SAM or have a question about one of their majors, please feel free to reach out.
Are you undecided? The SAMs can help! They can help you narrow down which courses to take and help you fill your PLAN requirements along the way. Please feel free to reach out via email to the SAM program, email an individual SAM, or follow them on social media @samsatsimmons!
If you have questions about the Simmons Academic Mentor Program, please reach out to [email protected].
| Name | Role | Fall 2025 Office Hours | Graduation Year | Major(s) | Minor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayla Calomo | SAM | Tuesday 2:00pm - 5:00pm Thursday | 2026 | Biology | Chemistry |
| Micah Joyce Guillermo | SAM | Wednesday 12:00pm - 5:00pm | 2026 | Political Science, Honors, and Communications (Journalism Track) | |
| Grace Hamilton | Senior SAM | Thursday 2:00pm - 3:30pm | 2026 | Nursing | Psychology and Sociology |
| Sophia Jabir | SAM | Tuesday 8:00am - 9:00am 1:00pm - 2:00pm Wednesday 8:00am - 9:00am Thursday 3:00pm - 5:00pm Friday 8:00am - 10:00am | 2026 | Biology | Chemistry |
| Sienna Jeffries | SAM | Tuesday 11:00am - 1:30pm Thursday 11:00am - 1:30pm | 2027 | Political Science | |
| Sophia Lynch | SAM | Wednesday 11:00am - 2:00pm | 2026 | Biochemistry | Physics |
| Maebon Puleio | SAM | Monday 9:00am - 11:00am | 2026 | Nursing | |
| Aisha Shaik | SAM | Friday 2:00pm - 5:00pm | 2028 | Neuroscience and Behavior | Data Science |
Office hours are held in the Center for Student Success (CSS) in LeFavour Hall.
Get to know our SAMs
Kayla Calomo
Kayla Calomo is from Gloucester Massachusetts and is majoring in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. She is involved in the Biology Liaison and participates in Biology research at Simmons. In her free time, Kayla enjoys cooking and creating her own recipes to share online. She is a fan of sports (especially basketball) and follows Boston sports teams. She loves playing pickleball, video games, and card games. Kayla is excited to help students however she can!
Micah Joyce Guillermo
As an international student from a far-flung province of Cagayan, Philippines, Micah was raised in a humble and peaceful community where farming was the lifeblood of my family. Surrounded by nature's tranquility, Micah found solace in writing poems, letters, songs, and creative pieces—a passion that she continues to nurture in the quiet corners of the Simmons Residence Halls Quad. Micah's love for the arts also extends to painting and, more recently, crochet.
On campus, Micah has had the privilege of representing Simmons TPC as part of the Student Government Association and currently serves as an Honors Peer Mentor and Student Fellow in Undergraduate Admissions. This year, she's thrilled to embark on a new journey as a Simmons Academic Mentor (SAM), where she looks forward to guiding and supporting her mentees.
Grace Hamilton
Grace is a junior and uses she/they pronouns. She is from Warwick, Rhode Island and is a nursing major with minors in psychology and sociology. She is involved in COF Chorus, the Simmons University Dance Company, and is an Orientation Leader. In her free time, Grace loves going for walks along the Riverway, attending concerts whenever they can, and going to the beach! She also enjoys reading, listening to music, and eating anything with strawberries. This is Grace's first semester as a SAM, and they are so excited to work with and support students in any way they can!
Sophia Jabir
Sophia(she/her) is from Saugus, Massachusetts and is an accounting major with a biology minor. Outside of class, Sophia works part time at a dog daycare and at a local fitness studio. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her dog, reading fantasy books, listening to Broadway music, and going to the beach! She’s really excited to get to know everyone and help out wherever she can!
Sienna Jeffries
Sienna is a sophomore and uses she/they pronouns. She’s from southern New Hampshire. She is a political science major, and is in the process of declaring a history minor as well! She loves to read, write, and play video games. They are the current secretary at Simmon’s TANC, and was co-VP of COF theater last year. This is their first year as a SAM, and they’re excited to be a support for first year students!
Sophia Lynch
Sophia is a Biochemistry major and Physics minor senior, interested in all things STEM. Outside of being a SAM, Sophia is a Resident Advisor, President of the Biology Liaison, Wentworth Rugby player, and Simmons Radio DJ. In her free time, Sophia loves to hang out with friends, play pool, draw, and run along the Charles. Whether it's academically or socially, Sophia is always down for a chat!
Maebon Puleio
Maebon is a junior and uses she/her pronouns. She is from Hanover, Massachusetts and is majoring in Nursing. Some of her hobbies include camping, hiking, crocheting and cooking. She also loves to travel and explore the city on weekends. On campus, she is involved in Strong Women Strong Girls, Class Council, and an Orientation Leader. She is also a member of the Everyday Leadership Pathway. This is her first year as a SAM and she is so excited to help guide and support her peers and first years throughout the year!
Aisha Shaik
Aisha (she/her) is an international student from India and a sophomore at Simmons majoring in Neuroscience and Behavior on the Cognitive track, with a minor in Data Science. She hopes to pursue Cognitive Science in the future. On campus, Aisha is part of the NASA x DREAM STEM program and occasionally contributes to The Simmons Voice. Outside of academics, she enjoys reading, baking, and taking long walks around Newbury. This is her first year as a SAM, and she’s genuinely excited to support fellow students as they navigate their academic journey!
Who Are The SAMs?
Learn more about the Simmons Academic Mentors.