Each semester, new student veterans arrive at Columbia in the pursuit of higher education and transition resources. This peer-to-peer mentoring program provides social support to incoming student veterans and is particularly helpful in fostering the unique dynamic that exists between students with shared experiences. As a Veteran Peer Mentor you will have the opportunity to assist student veterans as they adjust to Columbia, by providing general advice, assistance, support, and personal transition experience.
Responsibilities Include:
- Maintaining regular contact with your mentees during their first semester.
- Helping mentees understand what they can expect during their time at Columbia by providing experiential and personal support.
- Assisting mentees with understanding student resources and services available at the university.
- Assisting with social integration by encouraging mentees to participate in extra-curricular activities such as joining a club, attending GS & university wide events, sports, etc.
- Attending Mentor Mentee Social(s) and monthly peer mentor staff meetings.
Requirements:
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Successfully completed one full semester
- Plans to enroll for both Fall 2024 and Spring 2025
- General knowledge of university departments and services
- Must attend a half-day Veteran Mentoring training session.
- Summer availability to begin mentor/mentee outreach (virtual)
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For any questions, please contact Jazmin McBride, Assistant Director of Student Engagement & Veteran Initiatives at [email protected]
