Applications for the peer mentor role will be accepted from July 13 - 24 @ 5:00 PM.
Peer mentors are upper semester students who volunteer and support a group of new students by providing guidance, support and resources. They maintain regular, ongoing communication with new students, and provide access and referrals to appropriate services and resources for academic and personal success. A peer mentor will spend approximately three to five hours per week on mentoring related activities. BENEFITS & INCEntives
Get career-ready and world-ready - Develop your communication, leadership and collaboration skills that will help you thrive in the workplace and in life.
Give back - Be an active citizen and share your time and knowledge with new students and help them as they make their transition into Seneca Polytechnic.
Get recognized - Mentors are eligible to apply for the Margie Bader Mentoring Leadership Award which awards an outstanding mentor who has demonstrated leadership and has contributed towards the enhancement of student life at Seneca.
Expand your network - Gain networking opportunities to connect with the larger Seneca community including other students, faculty and employees.
Celebration event - Mentors are invited to attend a celebration event at the end of the semester.
Recognition - Each semester mentors will receive a "Recognition of Participation" for their commitment and dedication.
EXPECTATIONS
Mentors will share their experiences and knowledge
- Connect new students to campus support services and resources
- Promote academic, personal, and social success among new students
REQUIREMENTS
Peer Mentors:
Must be registered as a full-time student
Must be in good academic standing
Are expected to act in accordance with Seneca's Student Code of Conduct
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Training requirements:
Complete the virtual peer mentor training (step 1) followed by the in-person training at Newnham Campus held on September 2 (step 2).
Complete the Consent@Seneca training module. This module aims to equip and empower students. You will learn about sexual violence and how to provide support to someone who has been affected by sexual violence.
Participate in additional training held throughout the semester
Serve as a resource and support:
Support and be accessible to a minimum of 10 students
Attend weekly in-person/virtual meetings with students (1:1 or in groups)
Provide accurate referrals and information to students
Attend Seneca programming with students
NOTE: If you were a mentor in a previous semester, you do not need to fill in the application form again. Please fill in this form instead.