Eastern Kentucky University
Memorable Moments in Mentoring: Learning Who You Are by Leading Others
Institution
Eastern Kentucky University
Faculty Advisor/ Mentor
Lisa Cox; Stephen Haggerty
Abstract
Mentoring has grown into a dependable method for introducing new students to the rigors of college life and experienced students to the rigors of professional life. Alongside the many advantages provided to mentees, peer mentors are gaining experience that carries into both their private and professional lives. This poster presentation showcases the benefits of peer mentoring on the mentor using current research and the personal experiences of various mentors working with the NOVA program. Research will be presented that showcases the professional attributes mentors take into their careers, whatever the field may be. Research also reveals the individual benefits gained by peer mentors that strengthen personal relationship and community/civic bonds. The poster will exhibit the duties and roles of individual mentors. It will also showcase the unique experiences and activities that emphasize the personal experiences of the mentors. Mentors will then explain how the position has impacted their lives, culminating in the private and professional development of mentors.
Memorable Moments in Mentoring: Learning Who You Are by Leading Others
Mentoring has grown into a dependable method for introducing new students to the rigors of college life and experienced students to the rigors of professional life. Alongside the many advantages provided to mentees, peer mentors are gaining experience that carries into both their private and professional lives. This poster presentation showcases the benefits of peer mentoring on the mentor using current research and the personal experiences of various mentors working with the NOVA program. Research will be presented that showcases the professional attributes mentors take into their careers, whatever the field may be. Research also reveals the individual benefits gained by peer mentors that strengthen personal relationship and community/civic bonds. The poster will exhibit the duties and roles of individual mentors. It will also showcase the unique experiences and activities that emphasize the personal experiences of the mentors. Mentors will then explain how the position has impacted their lives, culminating in the private and professional development of mentors.