Following the initial commitment, at the choice of the pairs, a relationship may end or may move to an informal level. Your help will be sought in evaluating the program. Be sure to watch for specifics so you can save one of these dates. Check the Web address for updates. Past pairs have carried out their plans by such means as meeting regularly for coffee, or by attending group events together or by semi-regular conversations.
Different plans work well for different people.
The formal relationship is designed to last up to one year. This use of University staff time has been approved by University Administration. If you are interested in becoming a mentee or a mentor, complete the appropriate application form and return it to Steve Myrah, Secretary of the Academic Staff, Room 270 Bascom. The process of assisting my mentee has allowed me to better articulate and recognize skills that I do have as well as prodding me to continue to develop areas of expertise. Mentoring forces me to think through my own work methods and management skills.