jwuGOLD Mentee FAQ
How do I apply to be a jwuGOLD mentee?
Apply here. jwuGOLD is accepting applications through July 31.
How will I be matched with my mentor?
Mentees and mentors are matched based on the information that they provide in their applications, particularly shared interests and experiences.
What will having a mentor do for me?
Having a mentor on campus will provide you with another layer of support, in addition to your academic and financial planning advisors, and professors. Your mentor will help you navigate challenges and assist you in working toward your academic and personal goals.
How much time will mentoring take?
You and your mentor will meet in-person or remotely for about an hour once a week for the first six to eight weeks of the fall semester, and then connect via email, phone, remotely, and/or in-person one hour per month until the end of the academic year.
How should I contact my mentor?
Your first meeting will occur at the jwuGOLD kick-off. At that first meeting, you and your mentor will determine the best way to communicate going forward and set up guidelines for appropriate communication throughout the program.
When and where will I meet with my mentor?
You and your mentor will work together to set your meeting schedule. You can meet remotely or anywhere on campus, including your mentor’s office, at another JWU location like the library or Starbucks, or you may decide to attend a JWU event or activity together.
What will my mentor expect from me? What should I expect from my mentor?
In general, your mentor will expect you to communicate your needs, be open to their feedback and guidance, honor your commitments, and take action toward your goals.
You can expect your mentor to provide helpful guidance and support, be a good listener, and honor their commitments.
What will I do with my mentor?
You can decide together the types of things that you would like to do, such as meeting for coffee, chatting in Gaebe Commons, or attending a fast-paced JWU hockey game.
Will my mentor keep the personal information that I share private?
Mentors are required to keep all of a mentee’s personal information private, but they are also required to report information if they believe that someone is in danger, has been victimized, or harassed. The JWU Equity & Compliance Services website provides more information about reporting these situations.
What if my mentor and I don’t relate to each other?
You can contact the jwuGOLD team who will be available to provide guidance and assist if you are having concerns about working with your mentor.
jwuGOLD Kickoff
Sun 8/29/2021 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM @ the Bowen Center
*Be sure to RSVP to jwugold@jwu.edu so that your mentor knows you'll be able to be there.
More activity ideas contributed by mentors:
- Not Just Coffee Hour and other BRIDGE activities
- Career Fairs
- Attend a JWU sports event
- Meet at the museum
- Go for a walk (i.e. Walk trail along water @ Harborside)
- Workout at gym
- Tour campus
(Downcity 401-598-1485/Harborside 401-598-1018)
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Residential Life (401-598-1141)
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Student Employment (401-598-1849)
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IT Helpdesk (401-598-4357)
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Counseling Services (401-598-1016)
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Health Education (401-598-2023)
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JWU Wildcat Athletics strives to provide an exceptional educational experience through a holistic approach where championship intercollegiate athletic competition, intramurals, recreation, fitness and wellness programs are a part of the co-curriculum inspiring professional success and lifelong personal and intellectual growth. Our Providence campus is home to 23 DIII varsity teams, 7 GNAC Rookies of the Year, and 7 Coaches of the Year.
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