Griffith Honours College Mentoring@Griffith

Objective Research has shown that the first year of University is critical to the long-term outcomes of a student’s university experience. Students who are engaged early in first year, and who learn how to succeed early in their university careers, are more likely to stay the course than those whose experience is not so positive.* *Succeeding@Griffith

1st Year The focus in 2008 will be on academic goals in line with career aspirations and transition to University. It is recommended that Mentors and Mentees meet at least 4 times a year at the beginning and end of each semester to discuss the mentees experiences plan and to check progress against goals set.

What is an Experiences Plan Completing the template in your handouts will give you a place to start when you have your first mentoring activity with your mentor Preparing for every mentoring activity will ensure you best utilise your time with your academic mentor Prior to each mentoring activity review your initial experiences plan, update and discuss

Progress Reports Reflecting and evaluating the mentoring experience are essential parts of learning. These reports are to be completed by the mentor and mentee after each session and submitted to the Griffith Honours College Program Coordinator Mentoring@Griffith website Tip sheet in your handouts Login My Mentoring Programs Griffith Honours College account Notice board Progress Reports Email inviting you to join the Griffith Honours College mentoring program

Expectations Practical guidance on studying in your field Clarification of career direction Encouragement towards self exploration and development Advice on relevant professional organisations Access to professional knowledge and skills Increased professional networks

Outcome At the conclusion of 2008 mentors will make recommendations on the future of the student’s mentoring relationship i.e. Continue Academic mentoring either with current mentor or propose alternative Apply for Industry Mentoring Program Allocate a Research Mentor