TO FIND A MENTOR CLICK HERE. You may search the online mentor database by clicking on the header at the top of each column.  The alumni will either have an ID number, or you will be able to see their names and email addresses. If only an ID is listed, email the ID number to ajrose@umich.edu to have that person's contact information sent to you. It will be your responsibility to initiate contact. Check-out the mentoring resources page for many great tips. Mentors will be prepared to discuss topics in the following areas:

Academics:

• Improve your study skills, habits, time and stress management
• Learn how to approach faculty and staff about course work, letters of recommendation, etc.
• Discuss your mentor's experiences of attending graduate school
• Ask for guidance in selecting the proper courses, choosing a research advisor, deciding on research/internship opportunities, or funding

Career preparation:

• Receive advice on career options
• Learn what it's like in the "real world"
• Shadow your mentor for a day
• Receive help in preparing cover letters, resumes, and interviews
• Get advice on choosing companies and finding resources in your field
• Relocation information

Personal guidance:

• Learn effective problem-solving skills
• Identify your strengths and weaknesses
• Get help with goal-setting
• Talk without fear of retribution
• Find a positive role model who has gone through similar experiences

GUIDELINES

DO

• Show sincere interest in developing a professional relationship.
• Commit to having regular contact with your mentor.
• Commit to carry-out agreed upon goals and action plans.
• Share your biography.
• Be clear and specific about your respective needs.
• Be open and honest about your feelings.
• Respect alternative points of view.
• Listen and learn.
• Ask questions.
• Be prepared.

DON'T

• Expect your mentor to find a job for you.
• Cancel an appointment without notice.

If you have any questions, please contact ajrose@umich.edu.

Guidelines on this page were adapted from Berekely.