New Students of Color Mentoring Program

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New Students of Color Mentoring Program

About

The New Student of Color Mentoring Program (NSOCMP) aims to assist new students of color in familiarizing themselves with the campus and building connections with other students, faculty, and staff of color. This program was established to offer various opportunities for interaction within the network of students and staff, utilizing a combination of in-person and virtual resources. It enhances existing initiatives like the New Student of Color Networking Event and supports students upon their arrival on campus and throughout their academic journey.

This mentorship program will help enhance the college experience for first-year students of color by: 

  • Improving integration into the student’s selected field of study
  • Reducing social barriers that impact motivation and persistence
  • Expanding the student’s network of developmental mentoring relationships for long-term persistence and positive achievement outcomes.

The NSOCMP encourages mentors and mentees to meet in person at least three times a semester during their first two years on campus. Meetings can range from 30 minutes to an hour at an agreed-upon mutual time and provide a space for questions, ideas, conversations, and guidance. With mentors from various departments on campus, this program offers many opportunities and expertise!

Upcoming Events

  • Fall New Student of Color Networking Event                                                             
    1-2:30 p.m. Sept. 1 at UU-Old Union Hall
  • New Student of Color Mentoring Program Mixer #1
    3:30-5 p.m. Sept. 22 at MRC Lounge, LS-G500
  • New Student of Color Mentoring Program Mixer #2
    3:30-5 p.m. Oct. 27 at MRC Lounge, LS-G500
  • New Student of Color Mentoring Program Mixer #3
    3:30-5 p.m. Dec. 1 at MRC Lounge, LS-G500
  • Spring New Student of Color Networking Event                                                       
    1-2:30 p.m. Jan. 19 at UU-Old Union Hall
  • New Student of Color Mentoring Program Mixer #4
    3:30-5 p.m. Feb. 9 at MRC Lounge, LS-G500
  • New Student of Color Mentoring Program Mixer #5
    3:30-5 p.m. Mar. 9 at MRC Lounge, LS-G500
  • New Student of Color Mentoring Program Mixer #6
    3:30-5 p.m. Apr. 13 at MRC Lounge, LS-G500

Join

To join the program complete the an interest form and we will contact you with more details!

For questions or more information, contact Richie Sebuharara, MRC assistant director.