TGS Peer Mentor Program
The Graduate School's Peer Mentor Program is designed to help first-year PhD students become acclimated to Northwestern with the direct assistance of a current graduate student. TGS peer mentors will serve as an additional resource to incoming PhD students and provide support, encouragement, and information as our new students embark on this new academic journey.
At its core, this program is a collaborative network that pairs experienced graduate student mentors with incoming or less experienced graduate students, creating a dynamic and reciprocal learning relationship. Beyond traditional academic boundaries, this mentorship program focuses on holistic development that encompasses academic, personal, and professional growth.
The Peer Mentor Program is an excellent opportunity to build a network, become immersed in the Northwestern community, and gain clarity of the graduate experience.
Become a Mentor Become a Mentee
Eligibility requirements
All students are welcome to become a mentor or mentee. Those who are first-generation college students are encouraged to join.
- Mentors must be a current TGS doctoral student in good academic standing.
- Mentors must commit to the mentoring program for at least one year.
- Mentees must be an incoming first-year TGS doctoral student.
Participant expectations
- Mentors attend TGS Peer Mentor Training
- Maintain regular communication with mentor/mentee
- Complete quarterly reflective writing assignments
- Attend all program events: fall coffee chat, winter lunch, and spring luncheon
Participant benefits
- Expand your network and build cross-campus relationships
- Enhance your résumé/CV
- A small stipend is provided to supplement mentor/mentee coffee chats
Questions? Email: GPS