Mentor Application2012 – 2013

Dear Applicant:

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Mentor for the Women in Business Students’ Association (WBSA) Mentor/Mentee Program. As a Mentor, you will be responsible for guiding another student academically, professionally, and socially through a variety of channels. These channels may include weekly or monthly meetings with your Mentee, attending various WBSA events together, and sharing your leadership and work experiences to ensure her/his successful transition through the obstacles of college and into the workplace.

Please note that the number of Mentors will depend upon the number of Mentees that apply and simply applying does not secure a Mentoring position. Due to our selection and pairing process, it may take some time before you are connected with a Mentee. The Executive Board of WBSA will surely keep you updated on your matching status, and we truly appreciate your interest in becoming a Mentor. We look forward to your participation and know that it will improve both WBSA as well as Michigan State University. Thank you for your desire to assist others and become involved!

Sincerely,

The WBSA Executive Board

Mentor Application Checklist:

___ Completed Application Packet___ Typed Responses

Name: _______________________________________________Email: ________________________________________________Phone Number: ________________________________________Local Address: _________________________________________

_______________________________________Major(s): _____________________________________________Specialization(s) (if applicable): _____________________________Cumulative GPA: _______________________________________

Current Year at MSU (please circle): 1 2 3 4 5Current Class Standing (please circle):

Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior

This application must be completed by Friday, September 28, 2012. You may return the above items to Melissa Luther at any

WBSA event before the given date, or to Anne Crain at 420 Eppley. Please email lutherme@msu.edu with any questions.

Please briefly and to the best of your ability answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper and attach it to your application. Please type your

responses. Remember – be yourself!

1)Why would you like to be a Mentor?

2)Why do you believe you would be a great Mentor (i.e. what are your strengths)?

3)Please list any honors or activities that are pertinent to your success as a Mentor. This includes job experiences, study abroad and/or other international exposure, community service or volunteer activities, past involvement in student organizations, or any other activity that exemplifies leadership.

4)Please describe your ideal Mentee. What are you looking for in a Mentee?

5)Please describe the importance of culture.

6)Please list your interests, hobbies, or any other comments you wish to include!

Thank you for taking the time to complete this application! We know that your participation in the Mentor/Mentee Program will not only directly help your Mentee, but you will also

find yourself benefiting as well.