Peer Liaison Program

The peer liaison program is a Yale College program that connects upper-class students with first-year students to connect them with identity programming and support options. We join our colleagues in the four cultural houses, the LGBTQ Center and the Chaplain’s Office in this program.

Peer liaisons (PLs) are representative of many different disability experiences within Yale. Peer liaisons are matched with a group of first-year students that receive accommodations through our office and choose to participate. They will provide individual check-ins and support to that group. They will also, as a team, provide fun and/or educational programs for first year students.

To sign up for a PL, please visit the Yale College Website. If you have questions about the program, please connect with Susan Olson (susan.olson@yale.edu).

Meet the PLs

Elizabeth James

Branford College ‘28
she/her/hers
History of Science

Hello! My name is Elizabeth, and I am a Junior in Branford College. I am studying the History of Science, Medicine, and Public Health. In addition, I am a Peer Mentor for the Eli Whitney Student Society and serve as Co-Director of Communications for the program. I am also a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma. I came to Yale as a non-traditional transfer student and attended a community college prior to my time here. Growing up, I was a Military Brat and have lived all over the world, though my family is from Oklahoma. In my free time, I love to read, bake, draw, and spend time with all my animals (Including my retired Service Dog). Whether you have questions big or small, don’t hesitate to reach out. My email is e.james@yale.edu. I look forward to getting to know you!

Jordan Hayes

Ezra Stiles ’28
Any pronouns
Psychology & Environmental Studies (ER&M)

Jordan is a junior in Ezra Stiles College majoring in Psychology and Environmental Studies (ER&M). Originally from Louisiana, Jordan enjoys getting lost in a good book, journaling, spending time with a dog named Dante, and embracing the occasional side quest. Whether exploring a new place, trying something unexpected, or making everyday moments a little more adventurous, Jordan brings curiosity, warmth, and an open-minded spirit to the SAS community.

Abram Caccam

Morse College ‘29
he/him
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

Hi! My name is Abram Caccam, I am a sophomore in Morse College studying Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. I’m interested in the intersection of human behavior, communication, and health, and am a research assistant at the Yale School of Medicine in the Department of Neurology. Outside of class, I enjoy skateboarding at Scantlebury Park, playing soccer, and bricking 3’s playing on the basketball court. I also write for the Yale Record and am a member of The Odd Ducks, where I write and perform sketch and stand-up comedy. I’m very excited to be a part of the SAS Peer Liaison program, and I look forward to meeting and supporting my fellow students!.

Valerie Colin

Timothy Dwight College ‘29
she/her/hers
Psychology and Art

Hey y’all! My name is Valerie Colin, and I’m a sophomore in Timothy Dwight College hoping to double major in Psychology and Art. I’m a proud first-generation, low-income, and hard-of-hearing Latina from San Diego, California.

On campus, I am part of Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Yale, as well as Bright Spaces at Yale, an art club that brings color to New Haven through community mural painting. In my free time, I love running, baking, drawing, and making small embroidery floss crafts like bracelets, bookmarks, and keychains.

As someone who is hard-of-hearing and learning American Sign Language, I’m so excited to provide mentorship and support in any way that I can, especially when it comes to requesting accommodations, navigating academic spaces, and finding a path that works for you. This year, I will also serve as a Peer Liaison for La Casa Cultural, so please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns at valerie.colin@yale.edu!

AJ LaConte

Morse College ‘28
Astrophysics

Congratulations Accepted Students!