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FGC Mentor Guide
The mentor program guide provides an overview of the program, tips for helping your mentee navigate the college experience, and resources to be used by mentors.
I am a Maxcy First-Gen LLC resident. How do I connect with a mentor?
Maxcy First-Gen LLC residents will be assigned a mentor. You will be emailed your mentor's contact info mid-September, along with other program details.
How does working with a mentor benefit me?
Benefits of the mentoring program include:
- Exploring opportunities on campus and within the community
- Connecting with a group of First-Gen allies
- Engaging in fun social activities
- Joining one-on-one and group mentoring opportunities
Email Melissa Kupfer for more info.
Who can sign up to be a mentor?
A first-gen mentor must be one of the following:
- Faculty
- Staff
- Graduate student
- Upper class student
You'll be part of a Cocky Crew!
A Cocky Crew provides support to the mentor and mentee through one-on-one meetings and small group activities. A Cocky Crew will typically include:
- 1 faculty member
- 1 staff member
- 1 graduate student
- 1-3 upper class students
- 4-6 mentees
Cocky Crew Lead
If you are a mentor who is a natural-born event coordinator and planner - you may enjoy the role of the Cocky Crew Lead! In addition to planning group activities, the lead will collect and share mentor feedback monthly to the First-Gen Center.