A mentor is an experienced and successful student who wants to help other students learn to make the most out of their academic career. Peer mentors are junior or seniors who work with first year students in Freshman Inquiry throughout the entire academic year. Graduate Mentors come from all academic backgrounds and work with faculty on Sophomore Inquiry and Transfer Transition courses. A mentor works closely with their faculty partner to provide mentor sessions for a Freshman Inquiry, Sophomore Inquiry or Transfer Transition course.
Successful mentors are flexible and wear many hats.
They serve as a bridge between faculty and students and are creative team players in implementing course objectives. Mentors help create a sense of community for our students. Graduate Mentors often have grading responsibilities. Mentors work approximately 16 to 20 hours per week. See the attached sheet for more information.