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Peer Mentoring

Two students bonding

First year students are matched with upper year student mentors who will provide guidance throughout your first year and assist with the cultural transition to university life.

Become a TMP Mentee or Mentor.  (external link, opens in new window) 

Become a Mentee

All TMU full-time first-year students are eligible Mentees, and can apply to be paired to with a Mentor. 

 

  • Get paired with an upper year student in your program of faculty 
  • Learn everything you need to know to succeed in your first year at TMU
  • Get assistance with navigating campus and its resources

All direct entry and certificate students are eligible mentees.

  • Attend/View the Mentee Orientation Online
  • Minimum of 2 interactions with your mentor each month
  • When possible, attend the TMP faculty-wide events for your faculty
  • Complete all TMP Monthly Engagement Reports

Become a Mentor

All TMP full-time students in their 2nd year or above can join the program as Mentors. 

 

  • Provide guidance and support to other students including those transitioning into the TMU community
  • Advance your leadership, networking and professional development skills
  • Earn badges that you can display on your LinkedIn and other social media platforms

Note: All upper year, graduate, & certificate students are eligible mentors

  • Complete mandatory mentor training before you are matched
  • Complete the Mentor Pathways
  • Meet with your Mentee for a maximum of 2 hours per month from the time you are matched till April of each academic year
  • Minimum of 2 interactions with your mentee each month
  • Attend the TMP faculty-wide event for your faculty when possible
  • Complete all TMP Monthly Engagement Reports


What are Interactions?

  • Any interaction with any program participant must be initiated through the TMP online portal (external link, opens in new window) 
  • Definition for mentees: communication between 2 people where a need is identified and then solutions or suggestions are provided by a mentor.
  • Definition for mentors: an inquiry about the state of a mentee’s wellbeing and transition into university
  • Examples of interactions: 
    • Online communication through portal (preferred method), social media, text messaging, video call
    • In person (on campus or off campus)