Expectations of Mentees- How to get the most out of your

Mentoring relationship

Commit Time!

• Set yourself a goal of regular conversations with

your Mentor (e.g. fortnightly, monthly)

• Ask questions – specific or general

Plan ahead and work towards that goal

• What do you want to achieve in the long-term ?

• Would sharing your goals and brainstorming ideas

help?

Meet-up (in person or online)

• Having a “conversation” builds relationships faster

than email and forums

• Display good communication skills and promote

an open and honest relationship

A supportive environment..

• Share your mistakes and lessons learnt with your

Mentor and fellow Mentees

• Be honest about problem areas and be receptive to

feedback

• Maintain confidentiality

Be motivated…

• To follow up resources/ activities/ support networks

• Take part in activities and opportunities outside your

Course

Empowerment

• Reflect and share your progress in achieving your

goals

• Make the most of every opportunity!

Share your journey

• Provide feedback

• Become a future Mentor

Student Mentor and Leadership Program

5 Steps to get connected with a Student Mentor

1. Join UCROO: Visit www.ucroo.com.au

2. Sign up using your student email

3. Go to on the left-hand menu bar

4. Search the available Mentors (use the filters) to find someone you think you would like as a Mentor – this could be someone you met during Orientation, or

someone with similar interests and course to yourself

5. Join! (please only join one group to ensure others are able to

access the Mentor program)