Tips for being a great mentor
- Be available for your mentee-in person, by phone, e-mail, and/or social media.
- Don’t wait for your mentee to approach you for advice. Be proactive and offer support for academic or personal issues.
- Work on your abilities to actively listen, understand, and provide constructive feedback.
- Be approachable, open-minded, and empathetic
- Look for assistance when needed— E2I and other faculty advisors are there to support your mentoring efforts.
- Be responsible for fulfilling your commitments to your mentees and the PMP.
- Enjoy the experience and have fun!
Tips for being a great mentee
- Be honest with your peer mentor.
- Don’t be afraid to ask questions — even if you think they might be silly.
- Explain to your mentor what you are looking to gain
- Keep appointments and be punctual.
- Successes both great and small worth celebrating. Share your successes—personal or academic—with your peer mentor.
- Be an active member of your clan and build relationships with your peers, mentors, advisors.
- Enjoy the experience and have fun!