Contribution A university campus can be an intimidating place. On Tuesday, April 4, in the Jannen Activity Center, the University held Mentor Appreciation Day. TSU faculty and staff applauded as 91 mentor names were read.
Mentors first contact their charges over the summer through phone calls or letters.
During the hectic fall days when students move in amid a swirl of football games and social events, mentors serve as guides for the new students, providing them with an insider's view of their new dynamic environment. Mentors offer support, advice, friendship and examples of a constructive lifestyle. They help their mentees become active in campus activities and encourage them to participate in professional organizations.