WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE MENTORING PROGRAM

FOR NEW MENTEES: 

  • Orientation to the university’s climate, structure, and surrounding community
  • An advocate in the form of a senior faculty dedicated to discussing research goals, publication information, and a readymade sounding board
  • Access. Habituation is key to any successful mentoring relationship. Thus, the aim of the program is to help junior faculty adjust to a new environment as painless as possible
  • Questions answered and concerns discussed in a non-judgmental environment between colleagues
  • Insight into teaching and career development from a seasoned veteran
  • A friendly face to share the highs and lows of balancing work, personal life, and time
     

FOR NEW AND SEASONED MENTORS:

  • Share firsthand knowledge about the university in general, and teaching and academia, specifically.
  • Answering a plethora of ,Who, What, Where, and Why questions about any and everything
  • Satisfaction in helping shape the careers of new faculty
  • Provide a valuable service to the university by promoting collegiality and championing mentoring relationships among women

Questions about this program can be directed to wfn@tamu.edu.