In the summer, entering students are asked to reply and indicate if they want a MORE mentor. Those incoming students who affirm their desire to be a part of the program are paired with a mentor. It's simple as that. MORE mentors are selected through an application process conducted at the end of each spring semester. Applications are sent to students and student organizations.
Interested students can also stop by the office and pick up an application.
The MORE program starts working for new students as soon as they arrive on campus. Freshman who are already benefiting from one of the nation's best campus-wide orientation programs are introduced to their MORE Mentor the first day of new student orientation. Students are paired with an upperclassmen, usually of the same ethnicity and gender, at a reception hosted by this office. American Awareness Celebration, October. A celebration that includes first-rate speakers, forums, film screenings, food tasting, and a cultural art display.