Jags 4 Jags Mentoring Program
We're all in this together.
The Jags4Jags Mentoring Program enhances the new student experience by linking first-year students one-on-one with a peer mentor. Students are paired with someone invested in their success — a person ready to listen, inspire, help navigate challenges and recognize opportunities. Students will learn what to expect in school, how to approach challenges, gain career advice and valuable insights, while mentors will build their networks and develop skills to become better professionals and leaders.
Your Mentorship Experience Starts Here.
Fostering a Culture of Mentorship
Here at Augusta University, we believe that connections through mentorship are key to the Augusta University experience. We encourage all students to participate in the Jags4Jags Mentorship Program in order to create lifelong connections that facilitate the growth and development in all involved. The snipet below provides a glimpse into the mentorship experience here at Augusta University.
Mentorship Expectations
Mentors and mentees are encouraged to communicate at least 2 - 4 times per month, although pairs can communicate more or less frequently depending on individual preferences. Pairs can communicate in person, via text, Zoom, Slack, and/or phone.
How to get Matched?
We are actively enrolling students and mentors for the upcoming school year. If you’re interested in learning more about Jags4Jags, and you're currently a student, sign up!
Here 4 You!
How it works
Students will be matched with a peer mentor based on common interests, background, academics and professional aspirations. To get started, students and mentors register and complete an online survey to assess personality and experience.
What do mentors and mentees discuss?
- How will my major impact my professional options?
- How do I balance the demands of school, responsibilities, and socializing?
- How can I set myself up for academic, social, and career success?
- How do I make connections with peers and professional contacts?
Sign-up for our program
Mentors are invested in new student success. The goal of the mentor is to assist with the needs of the student through accountability and connection as well as support their academic and personal goals at Augusta University.
Freshmen who sign up will be matched with a mentor personalized to meet your needs. This is a great step to achieving your success! These mentors will strive to help with your future goals and aspirations in a way that works for you.
MentorsMenteesAreas of Support
- Access campus support services
- The purpose and benefits of utilizing a professor's office hours
- Finding meaning social outlets
- Find ways to become engaged on campus (research, internships, etc.)
- How to best manage your time
- Maximizing your college experience so that you develop both academically and socially
Mentor Benefits
- Value of helping a fellow student connect to Augusta University
- Improve communication and interpersonal skills
- Develop leadership qualities
- Increased confidence and motivation
- Opportunity to network with campus and nation-wide peers
- Receive a Certification that can be shared on LinkedIn
Mentee Benefits
- Immediate connection to Augusta University through other students
- Gain first-hand knowledge of what it’s like to be an Augusta University Jaguar
- Access to an insider’s view on resources and navigating campus
- Improved academic success
- Opportunities to build your professional networks and skills
What do Mentors and Mentees discuss?
- Meeting new people and making lifelong connections with peers, faculty, and staff
- Getting involved on campus
- Adjusting to university-level academic expectations
- Developing a plan for academic, social, and career success
- Balancing the demands of a university with personal responsibilities and socializing
- Developing and cultivating professional contacts
The Benefits of Mentorship
Mentorship has real benefits on our students, hear from them below.
Encouragement & Support for Growth & Improvement
“[My mentor] helped me answer the question of how to form strong relationships with my professors by giving me an actionable strategy to having strong, purposeful visits to their office hours.”
Guidance/Collaboration
“I'm really excited to have someone there for It's nice knowing that I'm not completely alone and hopefully can be someone I can reach out to if I'm having a hard time in school or other activities.”
Lifelong Connections
“My mentor has been an amazing help in my life; he makes me realize and see things more sometimes it's in front of your face but can't see until someone puts it into words for you.”
Building a Professional Network
“I'm volunteering to mentor because I've been fortunate enough to have mentors who guided me throughout my academic and professional careers & I feel like I am finally able to give back. “
Help in Becoming a Leader
"I would like to give back and help current students achieve their goals; sometimes, all it takes is a simple ”
Receiving Useful Feedback on Behavior
"I have personally benefited from the help of some great mentors, both in my personal life and academic/career At my first real job after college, I was assigned a mentor on my first day that has been nothing but supportive and helpful to me as I embarked on a new journey. Mentorship has been a very valuable asset to my life and career so far. I believe it is my duty to also give back like the mentors who have been part of my success so far.“
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