Starting in the 2015-2016 academic year, the Office of Alumni Affairs’ Regional Programs launched the Regional Peer Advisors initiative with the hard work, support, dedication and creativity of Arturo Carrillo ’96, MEng ’97, Jamie Carrillo ’96, and Jenny Kelly ’89.

Founding Regional Peer Advisor Members:

• Arturo Carrillo ’96, MEng ’97: Arturo has a diverse background in finance and human rights advocacy. Arturo’s commitment to community building and volunteerism has been instrumental in the creation of the Regional Peer Advisors initiative. His volunteer leadership roles include Chair for the CU Council Nominating Committee, Chair of the Regional Peer Advisors, President, Programming Chair, and Director of Special Interest Groups for the Cornell Alumni Association of Dallas Fort Worth, Immediate Past Chair, Membership Chair and Life Member for Cornell University Council, Member for the Tower Club National Committee, Chair and Member of CAAAN, Member of the FHTR Awards Selection Committee, Vice Chair and Committee Member of the Cornell Alumni Association, and Member of the Tower Club National Committee.
• Jamie Carrillo ’96: Jamie is actively involved in the Cornell Alumni Association of Dallas-Fort Worth, organizing events and fostering connections among alumni. Her passion for higher education and community engagement has driven her efforts to support and guide alumni volunteers. Jamie’s leadership roles also include Member CAAAN Advisory Council, CAAAN Chair Cornell Alumni Admissions Ambassador Network, Vice President, Treasurer, CAAAN Cornell Alumni Association of Dallas Fort Worth, Member Cornell University Council
• Jenny Kelly ’89: Jenny has contributed significantly to Cornell’s alumni network through her roles in various volunteer committees and councils. Her dedication to mentoring and supporting regional leaders has helped shape the Regional Peer Advisors program. Jenny’s many roles include leadership with her Class Council and Affinity Chair for 1989, as a member of CATN, Cornell University Council, Member and Co-President for the Cornell Club of Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton, Director for the former Cornell Alumni Association, member of the Regional Phonathons, and as a member of the Tower Club National Committee.

From the original three founders, the Regional Peer Advisors have grown into a larger team with a chair and committee, all dedicated to assisting Cornell University’s clubs and associations in their growth and development. Collaborating closely with the Regional Programs staff, these advisors communicate new strategies and program updates, offering expertise to enhance club and association relationships, thereby strengthening the alumni community. This aligns with Regional Programs’ mission to provide timely and thoughtful support to alumni volunteers. Committee members play a crucial role in cultivating a positive alumni experience for motivated, responsible, and engaged volunteers, serving as vital communication links between Cornell University and local volunteer leaders. Representing specific geographical regions, they identify regional needs, mentor leaders, act as Cornell ambassadors, and bring insights back to Alumni Affairs. Regional Peer Advisors support clubs with training and tools, fostering relationships to promote Cornell’s mission and goals, advocating for regional clubs, facilitating information flow, and ensuring alignment with Cornell’s priorities.

Current Regional Peer Advisor biographies

Important calendar dates

Mark your calendar with these essential dates to help plan your year of regional programming.

• Annual planning: April 1–June 1
• Cornell’s fiscal year: July 1–June 30
• Student Send-offs: July and August
• Cornell Cares: July and January
• Welcome to Your City: August and September
• Zinck’s Night: the third Thursday of October

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Regional Peer Advisor Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Regional Peer Advisor and play a pivotal role in strengthening our global alumni community. As a Peer Advisor, you will be the bridge between the Office of Alumni Affairs’ Regional Programs and club/association board leaders, helping them navigate campus guidance and achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a communication link between Regional Programs and volunteer board leaders.
• Assist clubs and associations in their growth and development.
• Collaborate with Regional Programs staff to communicate new strategies and program updates.
• Provide meaningful guidance to enhance the goals of clubs and associations.
• Foster a motivated, responsible, and engaged alumni community.

Qualifications:

• Alumni of Cornell University with a passion for volunteerism and community building.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Commitment to fostering personal discovery, growth, and scholarship.

Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to educating the leaders of tomorrow and extending the frontiers of knowledge. Our community values initiative, integrity, and excellence, and we strive to create an environment of collegiality, civility, and responsible stewardship. As a Regional Peer Advisor, you will contribute to the enrichment of the human mind and spirit, serving not only our alumni but also the broader community, state, nation, and world.