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Mentoring Programs

Various departments and colleges at Weber State University (WSU) offer mentoring programs and opportunities to get involved. On this page, discover information on how to find a mentor or apply to be one.

HIEE Designated Programs

Being a mentor or mentee may count as a high impact educational experience (HIEE)? The MENT attribute is designated for peer mentoring and tutoring co-curricular, non-credit experiences. Learn more about participating in Wildcat Advantage and HIEEs Pay, including how to get paid for participation in mentoring programs. Our ‌ HIEE Designated Programs are labeled on this page.

Find your mentoring program

Faculty and Staff Mentors Program

‌ HIEE Designated 

Faculty and staff mentors help students with career and personal development by teaching and sharing experiences.

 ‌Contact: Eduardo Franco
eduardofranco@weber.edu
801-626-8516

Peer Mentor Program

‌ HIEE Designated 

Peer Mentors build one-on-one relationships with students and address issues such as a sense of belonging, involvement, goal setting, values, and more.

 ‌Contact: Andrea Salcedo
andreasalcedo@weber.edu
801-626-7342

Academic Peer Coaches

‌ HIEE Designated 

Academic Peer Coaches help students with managing time, using effective study strategies, navigating college, and more.

 ‌Contact: Sarah Taylor
sarahtaylor4@weber.edu
801-626-7482

Career Mentors

Career Mentors work with students to develop or edit resumes and cover letters, practice job interviews, and learn more about LinkedIn and Handshake.

 ‌Contact:
careerservices@weber.edu
801-626-6393

College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology (EAST) Mentoring

EAST Peer Mentors are fellow students who understand the challenges and expectations of being part of the College of EAST. We’re ready to help you thrive, connect with other students, faculty, and staff, and make the most of the resources on campus.

 ‌Contact: Ryan Mills
ryanmills3@weber.edu
801-626-7304

College of Social & Behavioral Science Peer Advisors and Outreach Specialists (CSBS Mentors)

‌ HIEE Designated 

CSBS Mentors help CSBS students navigate Weber State. We're in the Student Center in Lindquist Hall (LH), room 209. Stop by to ask questions, schedule an appointment, study, play games, hang out, make new friends, or grab a snack.

 ‌Contact: 
csbsmentoring@weber.edu

Emerging Leaders (EL) Mentors

‌ HIEE Designated 

Emerging Leaders Mentors assist EL participants in discovering and exploring leadership concepts and opportunities available throughout campus and the surrounding community. Mentors help mentees set leadership goals and follow up with goal attainment.

 ‌Contact: Sheldon Cheshire
scheshire@weber.edu
801-626-6349 

First Year Experience (FYE) Peer Mentors

‌ HIEE Designated 

FYE Peer Mentors are experienced students who help new students in the Foundations of College Success course (FYE 1105) successfully adjust to college academically and socially. They inform students of university events and resources, facilitate class discussions, present short lessons, and help create a learning community.

 ‌Contact: Ariel Olson
fye@weber.edu
801-626-8761

High Impact Education Experiences (HIEE) Ambassadors

‌ HIEE Designated 

HIEE Ambassadors are students who work with a HIEE area (like mentoring, undergraduate research, etc.) to recruit, onboard, and support students as they work through the Wildcat Advantage program and/or the HIEEs Pay program.

 ‌Contact: Elizabeth Hatch
elizabethhatch1@weber.edu

High Impact Education Experiences (HIEE) Mentors

‌ HIEE Designated 

HIEE Mentors work for Wildcat Advantage and help you connect across campus. They help you earn awesome perks like a unique braided graduation cord, a letter from the Weber State President, and hands-on help with an ePortfolio so you can share your hard work with future employers.

 ‌Contact: Elizabeth Hatch
elizabethhatch1@weber.edu

International Peer Support Programs

‌ HIEE Designated 

The International Peer Support Programs are designed to support international students from different countries and cultures as they transition into WSU.

 ‌Contact: Bowen Cheng
bowencheng@weber.edu

Living Learning Communities

Weber State Housing and Residence Life offers four themed Living Learning Communities with peer mentors: eSports, First Year Experience (FYE), and Outdoor Adventure.

 ‌Contact: housing@weber.edu
801-626-7275

Mentoring Alumni & Scholarship Program (MAPS)

‌ HIEE Designated 

MAPS is an opportunity for WSU sophomores, juniors, and seniors to be placed with a mentor to meet monthly from August through April and receive up to $2,000 in MAPS scholarship funds.

SSS and SSS-STEM Peer Mentors and Tutors

SSS and SSS-STEM peer mentors and tutors provide valuable support to SSS students by assisting with a wide range of academic and personal development concerns.

 ‌Contact:
sss-stem@weber.edu
801-626-7009

Student Pathways Peer Advisors (SPPA)

‌ HIEE Designated 

SPPAs assist with campus-wide retention and student initiatives, and help new students transition to WSU.

 ‌Contact:
sspeeradvisor@weber.edu
801-626-6752 

Unsure about getting a mentor or wondering which mentoring program is right for you?
Our office is ready to help you learn more and get connected today!

Office of Mentoring Programs
Shepherd Union 231
801-626-7342
mentors@weber.edu