The Honors Mentor Program strives to support incoming students through their first semester in the University Honors Program and to provide leadership experience to UHP students in their sophomore, junior, and senior years. The program allows incoming UHP students to learn about programming and events organically throughout their first year as an Honors student, and form supportive student relationships through their connections with a UHP student mentor. By participating in this program, both mentors and mentees will be able to learn about leadership and involvement opportunities in UHP, form lasting relationships with other Honors students, and develop skills to help them navigate their journey as a UHP student.
If you have any questions about the Honors Mentor Program, you can contact us at [email protected].
"I was able to connect with a newly made friend and learn more about her experience at the U and her thoughts and experiences with the Honors program. I was able to learn more about what honors classes to take and how they might make an influence in my academic career."
-Rayea Roberts (CFANS)
2026-2027 Mentor Program Timeline
- March 30th - April 17th: Mentor Chairs Selected
- April 1st - May 29th: Team Lead Selection
- April 1st - July 17th: Mentor Selection
- June 1st - July 31st: Mentee Selection
Program Goals
Mentor Chairs, Team Leads, Mentors
- Program Management: develop important management and leadership skills to support HMP at different levels of leadership, and provide student input on programming and activities
- Facilitation: develop facilitation skills to help lead meetings with student leaders and conduct trainings with students leaders and mentees
- Mentorship and Community: create meaningful relationships with other HMP students and leaders by providing mentorship and guidance in the program
Mentees
- Introduction to UHP: learn more about what it means to be a part of UHP + what kinds of programming and engagement opportunities we offer
- Skills: develop helpful skills and awareness to navigate your transition into UHP that you can use throughout the program
- Mentorship and Community: create meaningful relationships with a trusted mentor and other HMP students
FAQs
Do I get an Honors experience for participating in the Honors Mentor Program?
Mentor Chairs and Team Leads both receive an Honors experience credit for participating in the program. At this time, Mentors and Mentees do not receive credit for an Honors experience.
What are the requirements for participating in the Honors Mentor Program?
Mentor Chairs (Juniors / Seniors)
- Application review and input on programming and structure
- Facilitate biweekly Team Lead meetings, facilitate activities for Kickoff
- Check in with assigned Team Leads
Team Leads (Juniors / Seniors)
- Attend 2 summer training sessions and biweekly meetings to learn mentorship skills
- Meet with assigned Mentor Chair and Mentor(s) each semester for 1 year
Mentors (Sophomores/Juniors / Seniors)
- Attend Mentor training session in summer to learn mentorship skills
- Meet with assigned Team Lead and Mentee(s) each semester for 1 year
- Attend 2-3 central office / student org events per year (including Mentor Program Kickoff) per semester
Mentees (Freshmen/Incoming PFA)
- Meet with your Mentor four times over the year (two meetings each semester)
- Attend Mentor Program Kickoff and 2-3 events hosted by the UHP office, the University Honors Student Association (UHSA), or the Honors Multicultural Network (HMN)
How many mentees will a mentor have?
Mentors are matched 1:1 / 1:2 with Mentee(s) based on college, major, and interests. Mentor Chairs and Team Leads can have up to 5 students each.
Are summer trainings mandatory? What if I can’t attend one?
Attending the summer training session(s) is mandatory for all Mentor Chairs, Team Leads, and Mentors in the program. Students will learn foundational mentorship skills, what to expect in the program, and prepare for meeting with their assigned students.