The Moore School Mentor Program at the Darla Moore School of Business offers students the chance to set academic and professional goals, hone career skills, and identify personal strengths with the help of Moore School alumni and business professionals. This unique program fosters engagement for both students and alumni within the Moore School community. It is a structured, six-week virtual mentorship experience where mentors are paired with carefully selected student mentees, driven by the students' needs and aspirations.
- Alumnus/alumna or friend of the Darla Moore School of Business
- Willingness to help a Moore School undergraduate or graduate student with career and professional development
- Make a positive impact in the life of a Moore School student by assisting an emerging professional to develop his/her potential.
- Be exposed to new ideas, communication skills and networking opportunities.
- Improve personal coaching, leadership, teaching and counseling skills.
- Demonstrate commitment to personal and professional development of others.
- Stay connected with the Moore School and its community.
Frequently Asked Questions
- All mentors must complete an online application prior to the start of the program. Applications for the fall semester open in August and applications for the spring semester open in January.
- In addition to completing the online application, all applicants must be registered for Moore Connect. You may register for the platform by visiting www.mooreconnect.com.
- Please reach out to Corey Mikels (corey.mikels@moore.sc.edu) to learn more about the application process and deadlines.
Moore School students are willing and eager to learn from your professional and personal experiences. The school wants to ensure that students are prepared in every aspect possible upon graduation and entering the workforce. With your wisdom and guidance, you can positively impact the life of a current student to make sure they get the most out of their academic experience. The mentorship can provide lasting relationships that will continue to grow and evolve far beyond graduation.
The mentor program is designed to engage alumni volunteers of all backgrounds and experience levels. You will be matched with a current business student based on various criteria including education, industry, and career aspirations. Mentors and mentees are encouraged to connect at least once a week over the six-week program. However, you can decide on the frequency and form of communication together. At the start of each week, you will receive tips on effective mentorship techniques, discussion topics, and suggest activities to complete.
Mentor matches are based on various criteria derived from the applications submitted by both the mentor and the student.
Mentors are welcome to continue mentoring their mentee(s) as long as they are willing and able.
Yes. As a registered user of Moore Connect, you can directly connect with students and alumni in a more informal manner. The platform enables users to engage in one-off questions, informational interviews, and provide career advice. Ensure your profile is complete and up-to-date, including your professional, academic, and volunteer experience. Under the “Willing to help” section, check “Willing to be a mentor”, then “Willing to mentor a student.” Under the “About Me” section, answer the following: “Why do you want to mentor a current student? What do you hope to offer as a mentor?” Make sure to click “Update” for each section. Then, await student mentor request(s).
The mentor program is offered twice a year, once in the fall term and once during the spring term.