M.S.S. (Making Students Successful)
Mentor Program
The M.S.S. Mentor Program is designed to support students in their transition to Saginaw Valley State University and to offer guidance as students begin to define their goals and strive for academic success. Mentees will be given the chance to enhance their college experience through active participation in one-on-one interaction, small group meetings and other social activities.
The program will match freshmen with a peer mentor. The mentee and mentor will communicate on a regular basis and meet at least twice a month or as often as both determine to be helpful and possible. The mentee and mentor will also attend activities and other social events together.
This program is a perfect way for incoming freshmen to expand their view of the university, connect with upperclassmen, staff and faculty members, meet students and increase their involvement in the university.
Mentee Criteria
Those interested in becoming a mentee for the M.S.S. Mentor Program must meet the following criteria:
- Incoming freshman
- Full-time undergraduate student
- Participate in small group meetings and M.S.S. Mentor Program activities
- Attend the Mentee Transition Retreat August 25 & 26, 2009.
- Be willing to learn new things, consider another perspective, be responsive to suggestions and optn to constructive suggestions
- Exhibit the ability to work effectively with cluster leaders, mentors and other mentees
- Possess a strong interest and desire to make a positive transition to SVSU
Application for the 2009-2010 M.S.S. Mentor Program is now closed. Interested students should contact a member of the MSS staff to learn about more opportunities to be successful at SVSU.