Mentors
NUFP needs mentors ready to support and engage future Student Affairs professionals.
Benefits of Being a Mentor
- Chance to share wisdom and encourage bright individuals to enter the field of Student Affairs
- A time to reflect on personal career, what has been successful, and what could be improved
- Fulfillment from helping the next generation of professionals in Student Affairs
- Development of personal leadership and mentoring skills
- Opportunity to observe and learn from different perspectives and backgrounds
- Help develop students by giving them feedback and reinforcement
- Networking opportunities in the profession
Guidelines for Mentors
- Meet with your assigned fellow at least once a month. You and your fellow will jointly determine the content and structure of your meeting.
- Create a mentor experience to best provide guidance to the fellow regarding their interest in Student Affairs.
- Give honest and critical feedback to fellows through challenge and support.
- Serve as a representative for NUFP on campus.
- Make sure to keep lines of communication open between you, your fellow, and program leader
- Assist fellow in gaining an understanding of Student Affairs on this campus and nationally.
- Have fun, learn, and engage with fellows