Mentor Description - Washington State University Athletics

TITLE: Volunteer Mentor for Student-Athletes
FUNCTION: Assist student-athlete in acquiring the skills to become effective in his/her personal development and professional career goals. Mentors are good listeners, people who care, people who want to help young people bring out strengths that are already there. A mentoring relationship can take many forms. In the best relationships, the adult helps the student-athlete define and achieve his/her goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide a minimum number of hours of contact with mentee and follow through on commitments.
Assist in the development of skills necessary for minority students to succeed in college.
Show interest and support the mentee's academic and social endeavors.
Complete necessary forms and reports to help assess and evaluate the mentee.
Assist the mentee in developing realistic career/academic goals and expectations.
Provide leadership to enhance minority students' adaptation and integration to the campus environment.
Attend regular informational meetings and functions that benefit the mentee.
Serve as an available resource for the mentee.
Encourage personal growth and academic achievement by helping the mentee set realistic goals.
Share insights, ideas and opinions with the mentee, providing sound advice on business and career-related concerns.
Help resolve any conflicts that may arise. Communicate with mentee in an open and honest manner.
Hold mentee to a high standard of academic output.
Be an advocate for the mentee as progress is made toward completion of the undergraduate degree
Introduce the mentee to opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Provide a balance of both positive and negative feedback.
Share the wisdom of your past mistakes.
Direct a mentee to other resources when needed.
Establish a trusting and open relationship.
Be positive in the support of Athletic staff and Coaches.

Stay in contact with Mentor Coordinator concerning negative behavior of any sort.