I am interested in becoming a mentor

Peer Mentors are students who wish to help their fellow peers succeed at Baker College. They are responsible for reaching out to mentees and connecting them to resources, as well as providing an environment that fosters personal, academic and professional success. When you participate as a Peer Mentor, you will be awarded a cord or sash to be worn at graduation. 

 

Benefits of becoming a Mentor: 

1. Develop mentorship/leadership skills

2. Help others

3. Build your resume

4. Meet new people

 

Expectations of a Mentor:

1. Commit to complete six hours of interactive training 

2. Commit to  monthly check-ins with a campus board member

3. Commit to meeting with mentee at least twice per month

4. Commit to the mentoring program for one academic year

5. Commit to serving 

 

Training will include:

1. Mentoring skills (case studies, role playing, etc.) 

2. Campus and community resources

3. Select DEI trainings

 

For more information about the Peer Mentoring program, please contact your campus DSA.

Become a Peer Mentor