About the New Student Mentorship Program
The New Student Mentorship Program (NSMP) aims to help new Canadian students, at both the undergraduate and graduate level, navigate their first year at McGill by matching them with a returning McGill student.
International students can apply to the International Student Services Buddy Program for matching opportunities.
Through the NSMP, new students:
- Are matched with a trained, upper-year mentor
- Check in one-on-one with their mentor monthly throughout the academic year
- Receive valuable first-hand experience on navigating university life and campus resources
- Can participate in regular NSMP social events to meet other mentees and mentors!
Through the NSMP, mentors:
- Are matched with an incoming McGill student
- Receive training to prepare them for building a healthy and successful relationship with their mentee(s)
- Facilitate active discussion throughout the academic year in one-on-one check-ins
- Can participate in regular NSMP social events to meet other mentees and mentors!
Registration is now closed for the 2022-2023 academic year.
Please note: due to high registration, we cannot guarantee a mentor match. However, if we are unable to match you, we will keep your information on file and prioritize your application for subsequent matches.
Being a Mentor
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the New Student Mentorship Program!
Becoming a mentor is a great way to get involved on campus, help incoming students and learn more about the services and resources available at McGill. We strongly encourage all students interested to apply and help build a welcoming and safe community at McGill!
Mentorship will give you the opportunity to:
- receive specialized training on mentorship topics, such as active listening and on-campus resources
- build your personal and professional skills in mentorship
- bolster your co-curricular record with volunteer hours
- make a difference in the life of a first-year McGill student
For more inquiries about how to get involved with the program or if you have any questions about how the NSMP works, you can contact us at mentorship.stuserv [at] mcgill.ca
Being a Mentee
Thank you for your interest in becoming a mentee! Being matched with a mentor is a great way to learn more about all that campus has to offer while also starting to build your own community at McGill. Your mentor will be able to provide you with guidance and support as you start a new journey in your life.
Additional benefits:
- Learn skills that contribute to academic and personal success
- Understand how to access support and services
- Build a meaningful relationship with members of the McGill student population
For more inquiries about how to get involved with the program or if you have any questions about how the NSMP works, you can contact us at mentorship.stuserv [at] mcgill.ca
