Mentoring Programs

The University and Peer Mentoring Programs provides mentoring services to students from their first year through graduation.

The Mentoring Program provides students with mentors who are dedicated advocates for any student enrolled at IU Southeast. These relationships assist and encourage students as they develop academically, personally, and experience career development opportunities.

University staff, alumni, faculty, and peer mentors are paired with students to assist in guiding them from their first year through graduation. Mentors serve in various roles and work with students in their personal, academic, and career development. Mentors serve as guides, advocates, supporters, teachers, coaches, and various other roles.

First and second-year students are paired with faculty and staff or peers who provide valuable one-on-one mentoring connections and guidance for students during their crucial transition to college.

Why should I become a mentor?

• Teach — share your knowledge and experiences
• Problem solve — refer students to resources and offer options
• Motivate — encourage and support students
• Coach — assist students by providing positive feedback, reinforce good behavior, and provide constructive feedback to help change behavior
• Guide — help students set realistic goals (specific, time-framed, results-oriented, relevant, and attainable)

Benefits for 1st and 2nd year mentees

• Opportunity to make important connections early
• Students who are mentored are more likely to graduate
• Receive guidance to successfully transition to college life from an experienced university faculty or staff mentor
• Assistance with your personal and academic development
• Enhance your college experience

Email: mentorin@iu.edu

Peer Mentors are upperclassmen who are knowledgeable about the university and are trained to assist first-year students as they transition into college life. These relationships provide a connection to assist and guide students as they begin their college experience at IU Southeast.

Who can be a peer mentor? 

• Must be a student enrolled at Indiana University Southeast
• Must have completed 26 credit hours
• Must have a minimum of a 2.3 GPA
• Must complete and submit the Peer Mentor application including
  • Two references
  • Essay
• Must interview with the Mentoring Coordinator

What are the benefits of having a peer mentor?

• Opportunity for guidance from an experienced and successful student
• Connection to university resources for a smooth transition
• Assistance with personal and academic development
• Look behind-the-scenes at how college life works