UMass Amherst Needs Feedback in Order to Join
MentorNet for 2009-20010
MentorNet is the award-winning e-mentoring network that is increasing retention and success rates for individuals in engineering, science, mathematics, and technology, especially for women and others underrepresented in these fields. MentorNet's One-on-One program links highly motivated protégés with mentors who are professionals in industry, government, and higher education. It serves undergraduates, graduate students, post-docs, and pre-tenure faculty . In addition to its One-on-One mentoring relationships, MentorNet offers discussion groups, a resume database, and other useful resources to professionals and students.
Having a mentor is the primary factor identified as making a difference in retaining talented women and people of color in engineering and related science and mathematics fields. A Mentor is a volunteer who serves as a resource and trusted guide. A protégé (mentee) is an individual who grows through the guidance of a more experienced person.
MentorNet Proteges say:
MentorNet Mentors say:
“This is so rewarding, yet so painless.”
“I have been pleasantly surprised by the disproportionately large sense of satisfaction I receive relative to the small time commitment.”
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http://www.MentorNet.net
Anyone may join the on-line community and get its newsletter and use its resources. Any faculty or research scientists can sign-up to be a mentor. However, only students at member universities can get a One-on-One Mentor and post their resume in the MentorNet Database .
UMass Amherst is currently not a member of MentorNet.
If you are interested in having a MentorNet mentor, or learning more about MentorNet, (or searching for an alternative mentor) please contact the campus liaison, Barbara Pearson bpearson@research.umass.edu or 413-545-5023 or one of the members of the campus Mentornet Network.
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