This week’s episode of Liberal Arts Voices features Manager of Alumni Relations Chris Gamble, Director of Digital Media and Pedagogy John Dolan, Dean Long, and three student mentees participating in the College of the Liberal Arts Alumni Mentoring Program.
Running in its eighth year, the Alumni Mentoring Program matches Penn State Liberal Arts alumni with current students in hopes of fostering meaningful relationships. With over 150 pairs, this program has been continuously growing since its foundation, and looks to expand even further in the future. The process of matching these mentor-mentee pairs is based upon compatible majors, interests, and goals. Once paired, mentees are encouraged to seek help with resumes, possible career paths, the development of job-searching skills, and most importantly growing their professional network.
The three students in attendance, Jim Thompson, Mike Bolze, and Rachel Miller, offered up their own experiences with the Mentor Program. For Jim, his Liberal Arts mentor confirmed his transition into the College of the Liberal Arts from the College of Engineering, while Mike’s mentor’s career path matched the one he has set for himself. And although Rachel’s mentor did not graduate with the same major she is currently pursuing, he was nonetheless able to offer great job advice and networking connections. No matter the story, all say their experiences have been extremely helpful and undoubtedly rewarding.
If you are interested in learning more about the College of the Liberal Arts Alumni Mentor Program, please visit their website. Applications for the Alumni Mentor Program are now being accepted for Fall 2012. Students interested in applying can register online.
Liberal Arts Voices: Episode 39 “Alumni Mentor Program”
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