The McDonnell Academy Mentorship Network fosters meaningful relationships among Scholars and McDonnell Alumni. Our strong mentorship program mutually benefits mentors and mentees.
Alumni Mentors
As an alumni mentor, you will have the opportunity to share professional and personal experience, and expertise with current Scholars.
- Share advice
- Provide insight
- Identify resources
- Leading Flash Mentoring Sessions
Scholar Mentees
Mentees have exclusive access to receive advice, guidance, and perspective from a mentors – assisting in growing professionally and offering resources for development.
- Academic guidance
- Career advice
- Personal development
- Participation in Flash Mentoring Sessions
Tips for a Successful Mentorship
Getting Connected may be easy, but Staying Connected can be a challenge.
Like all relationships worth pursuing, mentoring relationships demand time and energy. Frequency and form of communication can be determined together – remember, mentoring is an equal partnership.
- be flexible with your schedule
- be honest about other commitments
- respect each other’s time
Building a foundation is the first step in this relationship. It is helpful to discuss the expectations the mentor has of the mentee, and expectations the mentee has of the mentor. This way, the relationship will start on the same page. We recommend being open and honest with one another. Sharing experiences and having open conversations are imperative in building this relationship and developing trust.
Join our LinkedIn Group
The McDonnell International Scholars Academy Network LinkedIn Group provides a private place for the McDonnell Academy community to connect with mentors, share insights and experiences, ask for guidance, and build valuable relationships.
Scholars for Life
Stay connected for opportunities to network, volunteer, mentor,
attend events and keep up-to-date with McDonnell Academy.