Today, Generations Together includes over 366 mentors. These mentors represent a broad spectrum of business professionals, senior citizens and students from the University of Missouri Honors College, Columbia College, Stephens College and the community. The program is a unique collaboration among Columbia Public Schools, higher education and the community. The Role of a Mentor Mentors will receive the experience of a lifetime whey they join the Generations Together Mentoring Program. Generations Together provides opportunities for adults to make a difference in the lives of young people.
Mentors share their interests, experiences and wisdom.
They are individuals who care, listen, build friendships and act as role models. They also provide career tips, academic assistance, support and guidance. Mentors are the catalysts who shape our future community and society. Mentors impact in both the students lives and our public school system. Our mentors play an important role by helping attain a higher number of successful graduates, increasing the number of successful citizens and developing valuable future employees.