Student Mentors

The Student Mentor Program at TAMIU supports the First-Year Experience by guiding incoming students through a successful transition to university life. Our experienced upper-class student mentors enhance learning by acclimating students to campus, developing academic and personal skills, and providing essential resources in a supportive environment.

You will meet with your mentor throughout your UNIV 1201 and UNIV 1302 courses. Attendance and participation in mentor meetings is vital in both UNIV courses.

For more information on Student Mentors, please contact Program Specialist, Celeste Franco at 956.326.3380 or via email at: celeste.franco@tamiu.edu

Mentor meeting topics:

SMART Goals
e-Portfolio
Time Management
Learning Styles
Career Exploration
Health & Wellness
Registration

Meeting Expectations & Grading

30-minute Sessions
Mentor meetings are worth 15% of UNIV grade
Attendance tracking
- 5 minutes late (full grade = 100)
- 6-19 minutes late (grade = 85)
- 20 minutes late (no credit = 0)
Emergencies/absences from meetings: 1-2 days in advance notice via email to assigned student mentor (if applicable)