Meet the Mentors

Ashley Chackalayil

Ashley ChackalayilHey guys! My name is Ashley Chackalayil, and I was born in Schenectady, New York before I moved to Georgia when I was seven. I am a sophomore Biology major and Math minor. I am a part of the Indian Cultural Exchange (ICE), Mercer International Affairs Organization (MIAO), Mercer Embassy, and Mercer Dance Revolution.  My favorite color is green, and I like to listen to music, sing, dance, and cook! I'm very excited about meeting all of the mentees!

Breyana Davis

Breyana DavisMy name is Breyana Davis, and I’m from Stone Mountain, GA. I am a sophomore Biology major. I am involved in a number of extracurricular activities including Alpha Phi Omega (National Service Fraternity), APPS (Pharmacy Association), AGAPE (Christian Ministry), and the Minority Mentor Program (Mentee 2009-2010). I am very excited about embarking on a new journey with upcoming freshman who I will have the opportunity to help transition into college, while helping them learn from my mistakes. I am determined to achieve success and want to help others reach their future endeavors as well. I am a very dependable person who is willing to help whenever someone is in need. I enjoy life and I hope to share new memories through the Minority Mentor Program.

Ernestine Dahn

Earnestine DahnMy name is Ernestine Dahn, and I’m from Snellville, GA. I am a junior Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology with a minor in Psychology. I am involved in a number of extracurricular activities including Habitat for Humanity (Fundraising Chair), Kharisma (Co-President), Merp-med (Member), and OBS (Member). I am originally from Liberia, West Africa. I am a Bishop’s daughter; my father has many churches in Africa and America. I am a loyal, trusting and understanding person. I want to make a difference in this world, and becoming a doctor is my future goal for accomplishing this dream. With the help of God and Mercer, I believe that I can make this dream a reality.

Ikechukwu Ekeke

Ikechukwu EkekeMy name is Ikechukwu Ekeke. People call me Ike. I was born in Atlanta, but my parents are from Nigeria. I lived in Atlanta for 10 years, then I moved to Metro- Atlanta, and I have been there ever since. I went to Sandy Creek High School in Fayette County. Being in Fayette County challenged my character and pushed me to become more sure of myself. My appreciation for education increases as I move up through various echelons of my high school and college careers. Now I am a student at Mercer studying to be an Industrial Engineer. I am in my junior year. I am enjoying my time at Mercer and hope I can continue taking care of business here.

Adrian Lawrence

Adrian LawrenceMy name is Adrian Lawrence and I am from Evans, GA. I am a junior this year and my major is Biology/Pre-pharmacy with a minor in Chemistry. I am active in a number of extracurricular activities such as Sistah Circle, Alpha Phi Omega, Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society, Organization of Black Students, Indian Culture Exchange, Association of Pre-Pharmacy Students, Georgia Music Hall of Fame Docent, and volunteer at Central Georgia Technical College. I have a younger sister that will be attending Valdosta State in the fall. Valerie will be majoring in nursing. I love pasta. I'm very organized and always busy. My most memorable freshman moment was when I broke my finger playing intramural flag football! This is my second year with the Minority Mentor Program. I'm very excited about the upcoming year and meeting the incoming freshmen.

Courtney McWhorter

Courtney McWhorterMy name is Courtney McWhorter, and I am a sophomore in Mercer University’s College of Liberal Arts. I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, and I am a Chemistry major on the Pre-Pharmacy track. My current goals are to graduate with a GPA of 3.5 or higher and gain guaranteed admission into Mercer University’s School of Pharmacy. During my freshman year, I joined the Organization of Black Students, APPS (a Pre-Pharmacy club), the American Chemical Society, and I was a mentee for the Minority Mentor program. I successfully completed General Chemistry during my freshman year, and I am open to any mentees needing assistance in that course. Feel free to contact me at any time. I look forward to meeting you all!

Kayla Nguyen

Kayla NguyenMy name is Kayla Nguyen, and I am from Marietta, GA. I am currently a junior Chemistry-Business Individualized major. I'm a tough cookie so don't give me any nonsense! I love to cook and eat. If you're hungry, come on over. My kitchen is never empty. I don't party, and I like adventure. I'll go kayaking or rock climbing any day!

Morgan Robinson

Morgan RobinsonMy name is Morgan Robinson, but people call me Mo. I am from Savannah, GA. I'm a second semester sophomore and I'm a Spanish major on the physician assistant track. I love swimming, ballroom dancing, and watching Mercer Basketball. I'm co-chair for Special Events in Quad Works and a member of Common Ground. I love tulips, the color yellow, and the beach. My favorite hobby is eating.

Golda Vanchipurakel

Golda Vanchipurakel Hello my name is Golda Vanchipurakel and I am originally from New York, New York. I am Indian/Malayali, and I really enjoy  reading, running, shooting hoops, and dancing.  My birthday is August 28th,  and I am a Junior Bio Chemistry Molecular Biology  (BMB) major and  Biology major. One thing that you may not know about me is that I can speak 5 languages.