Mentor Application Information

MENTOR INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS

Application is now closed

  • Upload Resume in application
  • Add Reference Name and Email in application
  • Reference form from a current or former mentee – due by May 3, 2024
  • After you have submitted your application you will be invited to sign up for an interview time. Interviews will be held from April 22 – May 3, 2024
  • AWHE will send details to your reference on submitting a reference form

Selection

Application submissions will be reviewed by members of the Professional Development committee, based on the criteria below.

Mentor Criteria

  • Be a current member of AWHE
  • Have relevant expertise and knowledge in the field of higher education 
  • Have notable professional accomplishments/achievements
  • Previous mentorship experience

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Mentor’s Commitment

  • Complete self-paced virtual training series by end of September 2024 
  • Attend a virtual program orientation session on September 12, 2024 at 6pm – 8pm MST
  • Participate in a mid point check-in with other mentors (January 2025)
  • Respecting the time commitment of the mentee
  • Participate in a minimum of one group mentor meeting a month from October 2024- April 2025 not to exceed 90 minutes 
  • Communicate with program staff to provide feedback regarding the progress of mentoring activities
  • Encouraged to attend AWHE Annual Conference and pre-conference Luncheon

AWHE’s Commitment

  • Provide resources and training to mentors and mentees
  • Provide advice and support to mentors as needed
  • Conduct an evaluation of the program midway through and at the end of the program
  • Provide mentors with discounted registration to the Annual AWHE Conference