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To ensure the successful transition to Prescott College for incoming students through personal support and advice from upperclassmen or graduate/professional students as well as a success coach to increase participation in higher education and positively affect the graduation rates at Prescott College. To operate successfully, the mentorship program would consist of a 3-tier structure: student mentees would be matched with an upperclassman or graduate student as well as a success coach, and a faculty/ staff advisor. The transition would occur once the student has confirmed attendance from admissions entering the mentor program being paired with a success coach and student mentor. Goals To create and instill a sense of community and understanding in each participant To empower both the Fellow and the mentors to be in control of their choices by providing the skills and support needed to effectively network with various campus units, student resources, and each other To assist in the retention of students on campus To develop the leadership skills of a student To strengthen the students’ community at Prescott College To create an intellectual community for students To collaborate with the campus and the community at large addressing issues and concerts as it pertains to the retention of students Objectives To ensure a successful academic and social experience of the incoming students enrolled in the College. To tie the fellows to campus and community recourses that are essential to their success at Prescott College. Vision The Mentorship Program envisions the future in which all students: will graduate; will become empowered leaders of their respective community and the world; will share the positive images of a powerful higher education experience while appreciating the history, experiential learning, and culture of Prescott College; and will work together for the educational economic, and social betterment of students. Mission The Mentor Program is designed to assist and empower students by providing a mentorship program environment that will aid in: ? Organizing their personal and academic goals ? Building their self-esteem ? Building their cultural awareness Serving as a resource unit to include: ? Prescott College services ? Prescott College resources ? Career development and opportunities ? Scholarship and internship information ? Community services and resources ? Graduate school information ? Faculty/staff committed to students of color and their success ? Health resources/services ? Technical resources/services |