Peer-2-Peer (P2P) Mentoring Program
About the P2P Mentoring Program
The P2P Mentoring program is an initiative by the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) with an aim to support and strengthen retention. The program serves as a peer-to-peer space for 1st- and 2nd-year PhD graduate students to connect with and learn from 3rd- and 4th-year PhD students. Participants have the opportunity to build community and expand their professional network in an informal setting with optional topic questions to guide discussions. Mentors and mentees are encouraged to set goals and discuss topics of their choice.
P2P Program Timeline
- September 2: Applications open
- September 24: Applications close
- September 26: Mentor/Mentee matches made
- October 2: Mentor training session
- October 15: Welcome luncheon
- November TBD: Coffee and Bagels drop-in session
- January 13: Mentor drop-in sessions
- January 20: Mid-year luncheon
- March TBD: Coffee and Bagels drop-in session
- May TBD: End of year luncheon and Program Feedback Session
P2P Program Quick Facts
- Program runs from October to May
- Mentors/Mentees are encouraged to meet once a month with optional topics to guide discussion
- The P2P Mentorship Program operates in an asynchronous format intended to be flexible in order to accommodate each participant's unique schedule
- Several luncheons and coffees hours will be provided to build community across groups
