A: We’re a group of upperclassmen Honors students that want to help freshmen Honors students.
Q: So how does it work?
A: If you need help in a specific class (any class, not just Honors classes), just e-mail
pbaciu@umich.edu and we’ll set you up with an Upperclassmen Honors student that either excelled in that class or is pursuing a concentration in that field. If you have non-coursework-related questions and want someone to talk to about anything else at the U of M, we’ll set you up with a mentor who has experiences with whatever you inquire about.
Q: How often do I have to meet with my mentor?
A: However often you would like. If you just have a few questions, you may end up meeting a mentor only once at one of our monthly workshops. If you want someone to help you throughout the semester in a particular class, it is up to you and your mentor to arrange for times to meet. We do, however, suggest about an hour a week to make sure you’re caught up with the new material in a class.
Q: What if my mentor isn’t helping me that much?
A: We strongly encourage mentees to keep in touch with the program. If you are not satisfied with the help you are receiving, there are a number of things that can be done. We ask that mentees specify what they’re looking for in a mentor (e.g. someone pursuing a Biology concentration, and is pre-Med) and so mentor-mentee matchups usually work out well. If your mentor isn’t, in fact, being helpful, then we will be more than glad to set you up with another mentor.
Q: Can I get a mentor in more than one class?
A: Yes! We have almost 40 mentors with knowledge in a variety of fields and of various backgrounds. If you want help in more than one class or have questions that one mentor cannot sufficiently answer, then it’s likely that one of our other mentors will be able to help you.
Q: Why should I ask for a mentor?
A: Our mentors have been in your shoes! They know what it’s like to have questions about all the new things you need to absorb on campus. Our mentors can give you advice on course selection, pre-professional tracks, Honors requirements, general requirements, study abroad programs, Honors and Off-campus housing, Greek life, and everything else that goes on here at the U of M. We can and want to help.
