I. Policy Statement
The mission of the mentor program is to pair students with working professionals, usually alumni, in order to expose students to their intended industry/career at an early stage in their education. The following policies are designed to create a productive experience for the professional volunteers and Manhattan College students and alumni participating in the Mentor Program.
II. Reason for Policy
The following policies ensure that the students and alumni will have a fair experience. Participating in the Mentor Program (whether virtual or in person) is contingent on the agreement to abide by the following policies and procedures. Failure to comply may result in the loss of program activities for alumni or student.
III. Entities Affected by This Policy
All Units of the College
IV. Who Should Read This Policy
All alumni and working professional volunteers and all students who wish to participate in the Mentor Program.
General Mentor Policies
- Attend New Mentor Orientation
- Adjust and adapt to provide the necessary support and advice to help mentee (s) succeed
- Be a positive role model for the students by maintaining an attitude of integrity, courtesy and maturity
- Respect the mentee’s viewpoint
- Commit to work with mentee (s) for the duration of the program
- Contact mentee (s) at least once bi-weekly
- Be on time for scheduled meetings or cancel at least 3 hours before intended meeting
- Communicate with the program manager as requested
- Inform the program manager of any difficulties or areas of concern that may arise in the relationship
- Respect Diversity - Culture is more than race or ethnicity. It encompasses values, lifestyle and social norms (e.g. communication styles, mannerisms, apparel, family structure, traditions, time orientation, response to authority).
- Keep any information my mentee (s) discusses confidential except as may cause him/her or others harm
- Participate in a closure process when that time comes
- Notify the program coordinator if there any changes in address, phone number, email, or employment status
General Mentee (Student) Policies
- Attend Mandatory Mentee Workshop
- Be positive and respectful to mentor by acting in a professional method in all communications
- Commit to work with mentor for the duration of the program
- Contact mentor at least once bi-weekly
- Be on time for scheduled meetings or cancel at least 3 hours before intended meeting
- Communicate openly with the program manager as requested
- Inform the program manager of any difficulties or areas of concern that may arise in the relationship
- Respect Diversity - Culture is more than race or ethnicity. It encompasses values, lifestyle and social norms (e.g. communication styles, mannerisms, apparel, family structure, traditions, time orientation, response to authority).
- Participate in a closure process when that time comes
- Notify the program coordinator if there are any changes in address, phone number or email
TITLE IX AND NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE
Manhattan College is committed to ensuring equal access to its educational programs and employment opportunities without regard to sex, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, veteran status, military status, domestic violence victim status, or ex-offender status. Manhattan College is committed to providing an environment not impaired by sex and gender-based misconduct, including sex discrimination and sexual harassment. Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972 is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in educational programs, activities and employment practices. Therefore, students, employees, applicants and other members of the Manhattan College community (including without limitation, vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subject to discrimination or harassment or otherwise treated adversely based upon a protected characteristic. This includes, without limitation, sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Similarly, the College will not tolerate harassing, violent, intimidating or discriminatory conduct by its students, employees or any other member of or visitor to the College community.
Gain insight into your intended career, growing personally and professionally as you learn about specific employment options and job responsibilities. By participating as a student in the Mentor Program, you’ll gain guidance, support, and hands-on experiences in the career you plan to pursue, establishing a valuable professional network that can help you well after graduation. If you are undecided in your major or career path, the Mentor Program is for you. The industries and experiences of our mentors vary and they will be able to help you explore potential careers. The program includes the completion of a professional development curriculum.