Become a Mentor

Join the Douglas International Community and become a Mentor. Share your experiences with new international students or information you wish you knew when you started at Douglas. 

Applications are open for Fall 2024 semester.

Applications close August 16.

 

Mentor Eligibility/Requirements

  • You have been at Douglas for at least two semesters or you were a mentee in your first semester.  
  • You maintain a GPA of 2.33 or above.
  • You are a current student enrolled in at least one academic course in the Fall 2024 semester.
  • Initiate and maintain contact with your mentees.
  • Use Microsoft Teams to stay up to date with the program.
  • Attending mandatory online training session:
    • August 20th at 11:00am - 12:30pm 
  • Commit 5 hours/month to supporting and answering new student questions about Ïã¸ÛÁùºÐ±¦µä¿ª½±½á¹û and living in Vancouver. 
  • Offer to meet mentees in-person. 

Mentor Benefits

  • Mentor new international students 
    • Get matched with new international students with common goals, similar interests and values. You will be mentoring by sharing experiences, providing social connection and important student life information. 
  • Community building/Networking  
    • Make new friends, expand your social and professional network and meet your mentees in person! 
  • Skill development 
    • Receive coaching for your professional development from various Douglas departments, services, and leaders of the college. 
    • You will also receive a certificate of completion at the end of your time within the program which you can add onto your resume and upon request a reference letter.  
  • *Reward System*
    • Starting Fall 2023 semester we are implementing our new Reward System! With each semester as a mentor you will receive gifts with increasing value. A small thank you from us to you!
Mentorship Program - Reward System

Important Dates for the Fall 2024 Program (Mentors): 

*Dates are tentative

July 26
Registration opens for mentors

August 16
Last day to sign up for the Fall program

August 20
Mandatory online training workshop

September 3
Matching begins for the program

September 13
Mentee Welcome Event

September 13
Matching ends

TBA
Student Leadership Program Kick-Off Event

November
Skill Development Session

December
Wrap Up Event

December 4
Last day of the program