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Barrett alumni mentorship program

Program overview

Alumni mentors can offer unique perspectives that complement students’ academic experiences and prepare them for their post-graduation journeys. Mentors are valuable resources who volunteer to pay it forward and share what they have learned with the next class of honors students. Barrett’s goal is to provide students with support, guidance and resources, helping them make the most of their undergraduate experiences and prepare for a successful transition to careers and other opportunities.

The Barrett Alumni Mentorship Program matches alumni with current undergraduate students. The information you provide on your sign-up form will be featured on our website for students to review. Students will then be able to apply for the mentors with whom they wish to connect.

Program tiers

Mentors and mentees will complete their forms and be matched by the end of September. The program duration will last from October through March. Three program tiers are offered and mentors are required to choose the tier(s) that best suits their availability to ensure commitments are honored.

Why become an Alumni Mentor?

Becoming a mentor for students in higher education can be especially impactful, both for the students and for the mentors themselves.

Personal fulfillment

Mentoring college students can be deeply rewarding. It provides a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction as you watch your mentees grow.

Sharing knowledge

Share your expertise, passing on your wisdom and contributing to your mentee’s learning.

Developing leadership skills

Advance and refine important leadership and communication skills, which are valuable in various aspects of life.

Networking

Expanding your Barrett network can lead to new collaborations.

Learning from the next generation

Mentoring is not a one-way street. Your mentee may bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and the latest trends in their field.

Fostering inclusive excellence

Support efforts of inclusive excellence, helping students from underrepresented backgrounds succeed.

Personal growth

Confront new challenges, adapt to different personalities, and learn how to inspire others.

Contribute to education

Broaden horizons and help students make the most of their academic experience.

Influence the future

Your guidance can have a lasting impact on the development of the next generation of leaders.

Inspire and motivate

Inspire and motivate students to achieve their goals and overcome challenges.

Mentor expectations

Honor all meetings with your mentee.
Provide honest and timely feedback to your mentee.
Help build self-confidence and offer encouragement.
Listen and allow mentee to ask questions.
Do not criticize. Act as a guide and friend.

Mentorship forms are now closed and will reopen for the 2025-2026 program in July. The deadline to submit your form is August 8th, 2025.

Questions about this program? Contact barrettalumni@asu.edu.

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