THREADS works to address particular developmental issues for boys in adolescence associated with the transition from elementary to middle school in a way that fosters continued academic and self-growth. The program matches undergraduate men with middle school boys in a weekly discussion format. THREADS aims to cultivate an environment in which boys and mentors can talk about and strategize around issues that effect boys' identity with school, future goals, and behavior. The program incorporates the mentors' interests, experience and/or expertise with the boys' interests.
Goals of THREADS:
- Develop strategies to help boys resist stereotypes
- Increase sense of leadership and sense of self as a strategy to combat peer pressures
- Address friendship, quality and struggles
- Provide boys with positive male role models
- Assists boys in staying connected to higher education during adolescence
For more information, please contact Gloria Taylor at (734) 936-1055, or Theda Gibbs at (734) 936-1055 or via email.
To become a THREADS Mentor:
Download, print and complete the application below and return it to the OAMI office. You may also pick up an application at OAMI.
THREADS Mentorship Application:
- Microsoft Word format
- Adobe PDF format*
* Requires Adobe Reader. Click here to download Adobe Reader for free.
