Explore Mentorship Stories at ChathamU
January is National Mentorship Month, and January 17th is International Mentoring Day! At Chatham, we pride ourselves on fostering an atmosphere where students can connect and collaborate with mentors of all kinds, from professors to fellow students to alumni and more. Check out our stories of these special relationships below, and if you’re interested in what mentorship could mean for you, click through our handy mentorship links too.
Mentorship Stories:
Quick Guide to Mentorship Resources:
Welcome Aboard:
Welcome Aboard is a nine-month formal mentorship program targeted towards our first-year and transfer students. It provides a support system outside of their friends and family as they transition to Chatham and college.
Typically runs August through April
Pairs out-of-state students with Pittsburgh locals to help them learn the city
Each month, mentors and mentee meet and focus on a certain area both personally and professionally
Chatham Connect:
Our virtual mentorship program that is open to all alumni and students, both undergraduate and graduate, to connect for casual conversations.
Students can search for a mentor or be algorithmically paired with mentor matches
No long-term commitment or timeline
RISE Retreat for Students of Color:
The RISE Retreat provides Chatham students of color with an opportunity for group mentorship, community-building, identity development, and creating a network of BIPOC students and staff at the university. Any student of color at Chatham is encouraged to register.