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Become a Mentor

Application Deadline
January 22, 2025 @ 5:00pm

What does it mean to be a mentor?

If you are familiar with Star Wars—similar to Luke, but in simple terms, you assume the role of a trusted guide, it is someone who is an advisor and supporter to someone who is looking to grow, learn, and achieve their goals.

How do you mentor?

  • Sharing Knowledge
  • Providing Support
  • Setting Goals
  • Offering Feedback
  • Networking
  • Acting as a Role Model
  • Empowering Independence

You don't feel you're “mentor material”? Don't worry. The fact that you've been in the shoes of a freshman and know what it takes to get through your first year at UNT makes you more than qualified to be a mentor! Mentors don't have to be certified counselors or professional problem solvers; they just have to care about their fellow students and want to make a difference in their lives.

Time Commitment/Meetings

  • Commit to serving as a mentor for the full semester you choose in the application. You are expected to connect with your mentee(s) at least three times during the semester at times that are most convenient for you. Stronger connections will be made between mentors and mentees by staying actively involved in the program for the duration of the semester.
  • Check in with your mentee in person or via Zoom, email, phone, text, FaceTime - whatever you're comfortable with.
  • You are welcome to continue an unofficial mentor relationship beyond the initial semester. By continuing to serve as a mentor, you could have an even greater impact on the success of your mentee!

Mentor Responsibilities

  • Meet with mentee(s) three times during the semester. Submit a log of your meeting on The EDGE Program app powered by Suitable. (More information on how to log your meeting will follow.) Those who complete all meetings will receive a badge through The EDGE app to display on your LinkedIn page.
  • Be an active listener.
  • Be available to answer questions and provide support - knowing someone is on your side is priceless!
  • Share your knowledge and experiences.
  • Be a positive role model.
  • Serve as an advocate for your mentee.
  • Direct your mentee(s) to the proper on-campus resources as needed.

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We want students to get the most out of this program, and they can only do that when they can connect with you!