FAQ’s

What is a mentor?

A mentor is an older, more experienced person who helps another person to reach their God given potential. Mentors can take on a variety of roles such as guide, coach, accountability partner or role model, allowing each mentoring relationship to fit the needs of the mentee. A mentor’s main tasks are to listen, provide guidance & support, and pray for the student.

Who can receive a mentor?

Calvin's mentoring program is designed to serve all of our students who desire a mentor. If you are interested and have more questions, you can either contact the Mentoring Office at mentoring@calvin.edu or stop by our office, located in the Commons Annex. You can also get started by filling out a student profile and returning it to us.

How does mentoring work?

There are several different facets to our program including: one-on-one mentoring relationships (faculty/staff to student), peer mentoring (student to student), small group mentoring, and a mentoring scholarship. Each mentoring relationship looks different, but one can expect to spend intentional time talking about your goals, strengths and weaknesses, and faith. Some mentor/mentees choose to spark conversation through a book, an outing, or lecture. The mentor and mentee should begin their relationship by discussing their expectations and goals and then working from there by maintaining consistent communication.

What is the Mentoring Office?

The Mentoring Office is located in the Commons Annex, and is a great resource for those who desire or are already in a mentoring relationship. We will be able to place you with a mentor, give you resources to get started, provide discussion booklets, or answer any questions you may have.