Peer Mentoring Program
In addition to providing individual guidance, the Office runs the Peer Mentoring Program in collaboration with the International Student Advising Office to support students’ academic adaptation processes.
The Peer Mentoring Program is a solidarity-based initiative where senior students (mentors) provide academic support to new students (mentees) in their departments, helping them adapt more easily to university life. The program operates on a voluntary basis.
Each first-year or Preparatory Program student who applies to the program is matched with a mentor — a 2nd-, 3rd-, or 4th-year student from the same department. Mentors communicate with their mentees when needed and provide academic guidance throughout the mentees’ first year at the university.
University life can bring many challenges. However, the support of someone who has already experienced and overcome similar challenges makes a big difference. The Peer Mentoring Program was created to guide new students through this transition and help them discover opportunities for academic and personal development.
Who can apply to become a Mentor?
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.80 or higher
- Have completed at least one academic year in their registered program
- Have no disciplinary record since enrollment
- Not participate in an international exchange program during the mentoring semester
- Agree to carry out this role on a voluntary basis
Who can apply to become a Mentee?
- All Preparatory and first-year students who need academic or personal guidance may apply to the program.
Responsibilities of “Mentor” Students
Mentors are expected to:
- Attend the introductory meeting and meet their mentees
- Help mentees understand departmental and university regulations and requirements
- Answer mentees’ questions regarding the use of digital platforms and university resources
- Share experiences and provide guidance on academic and career-related topics (e.g. internships)
- Encourage mentees to participate in student clubs and campus activities
- Guide mentees to relevant academic or administrative units when necessary
- Handle all shared personal data with care and confidentiality
- Complete the evaluation survey at the end of the program
Responsibilities of “Mentee” Students
Mentees are expected to:
- Attend the introductory meeting
- Maintain communication with their mentor when needed for academic or career-related support
- Handle all shared personal data with care and confidentiality
- Complete the evaluation survey at the end of the program
Mutual Responsibilities of Mentors and Mentees
- Communicate through agreed channels (phone, email, message) during mutually suitable times
- Notify each other in advance if a meeting needs to be canceled
- Report any changes in address, email, or phone number
- Collaborate and follow up on discussed topics
- Adhere to confidentiality principles
- Maintain mutual trust
Advising topics covered by the Student Personal and Academic Development Office
- Mentors may receive guidance regarding the mentoring process
- Support is provided in case of any disagreement between mentor and mentee
- The peer mentoring relationship may be concluded when necessary
- Feedback and suggestions regarding the Peer Mentoring Program are welcomed