Two unique opportunities for UPEI alumni to mentor students
Two unique programs at UPEI- the University 100 program and the SHARE program-are offering opportunities to alumni to act as mentors for current students.
The University 100 program in the Faculty of Arts introduces students to university-level communication skills, critical-thinking skills, and practical studentship skills. Alumni are being invited to act as mentors, or vocational coaches, to help students with career research papers and community-based learning projects.
The SHARE program (Students Hearing About Real Experiences), through the Career Services Centre at UPEI, connects students with alumni in career fields of interest to the students. SHARE helps students to learn about specific careers and about the experiences that alumni have had in these careers. They find out about the educational requirements for entry into the chosen field, the pros and cons of the career, and more.
Alumni interested in helping students get on the right career path, through the SHARE program, should to contact Heidi MacDonald at (902) 566-0738 or email hemacdonald@upei.ca. Alumni interested in participating in the University 100 program, should contact Vickie Johnston at (902) 628-4363 or email vjohnston@upei.ca.
