Mentoring Resource Page

"In Greek myth, Mentor was a wise man who earned the trust of Odysseus, who selected him to educate his son, Telemachus. The word has a legacy: 'Mentor' is a title that should be earned." -Leonard Cassuto (The Chronicle of Higher Education)

Mentoring links:

Managing a Mentoring Relationship - A guide for mentors and mentees. Aimed at lawyers but great ideas throughout. Being mentored: How to get the mentoring you need - A powerpoint with a good reference list, aimed at postdocs Why Mentors Matter - A collection of articles from the Chronicle of Higher Education - July 25, 2014 (HUID login required)

Handouts:

Goals Setting Worksheet [pdf] - A valuable exercise for initial or mid-year discussions. Active Listening [pdf] - Tips for mentors and mentees on getting the most out of listening to each other