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Mentees
Faculty Mentoring Program
"Good mentors can offer gentle corrections and input on how to navigate. When truly difficult situations arise, good mentorship can mean the difference between whether a faculty member will stay on the tenure track or leave." Dr. Briana Gross, Department of Biology
Benefits for Mentees:
Advice:
- Develop career goals
- Understand benchmarks for tenure and/or promotion
- Navigate the culture and processes at Swenson College and UMD
- Prioritize responsibilities
Support:
- Obtain a sense of being valued and welcomed
- Receive encouragement and advocacy
Opportunity:
- Build professional relationships
- Develop collaborations
- Increase networking opportunities
Growth:
- Improve teaching effectiveness
- Increase productivity
- Receive constructive feedback