Overview

The University Scholars Mentoring Program is designed to help freshmen Scholars with their adjustment to the university by pairing them with an upper level Scholar who will serve as a resource person. Scholar Mentors will assist first-year Scholars with their transition from high school to higher education by providing students with information on how to adapt to campus life and how to become an active member of the university community. Former Mentors and Mentees have given positive feedback on their experiences in the Mentoring Program, and Mentees have indicated that the program was helpful with their first year adjustment to campus.

How to Become a Mentor or Mentee

To participate in the program, Mentors (upper division Scholars) are required to complete and submit the Mentor Application Form. Mentees (first semester freshmen) are required to complete and submit the Mentee Application Form.

Mentors Must:

  • Be an upper-division (sophomore, junior, senior) University Scholar
  • Make a commitment for a full academic semester
  • Attend a Mentor Training session
  • Attend special events developed for Mentors and Mentees
  • Complete Mentoring Experience survey

Mentees Must:

  • Be a first semester University Scholar
  • Make a commitment for a full academic semester
  • Attend special events developed for Mentors and Mentees
  • Complete Mentoring Experience survey

Last updated: August 19 2008 20:46:31.

Have Questions?

If you have questions for the University Scholars staff, you can:

Schedule An Appointment
Call: (716) 645-6013 or
Stop by: 109 Norton Hall

Fall 2008 Drop-In Hours
Room 107B Norton Hall
Mondays 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Tuesdays 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Email
university-scholars@buffalo.edu

Workshops

The University Scholars staff plans workshops designed especially for students in the Scholars program. Topics vary by semester so students are encouraged to regularly visit this website to review current workshop offerings.