Mentoring First Year Students

What Mentors provide the first year students:

• Utilize their experience and strengths in developing meaningful relationships
• Set up a regular "get together" time
• Provide an environment which is "safe" for open and honest dialogue
• "Lifts up" the individual student by showing empathy, understanding and respect
• Are available whenever and wherever the mentee needs them
• Provides accurate information about the university programs and social life
• Provides regular feedback to the student on all aspects of the mentorship
• Provides positive role modeling by sharing appropriate professional and personal information
• Shares knowledge and insight about university life
• Helps the student explore career options
• Assist the student to utilize all information sources
• Respects all confidential information
• Communicates regularly with the director of the CAA Mentoring Program
• Assist with decision making, but does not make the decision for the student
• Is an advocate for the student!