Peer Mentoring Collaborative

Welcome to the DASSA Peer Mentoring Collaborative

Through a collaborative approach with students, staff, and faculty, our initiatives aim to create an inclusive and supportive environment that promotes both personal and academic growth for our students. These initiatives support the objectives of the DASSA Strategic Plan.

Alignment with the DASSA Strategic Plan

• Enhancing Student Recruitment and Retention (Priority 1)
  The Peer Mentoring Collaborative strengthens recruitment and retention efforts by connecting students with peer mentors who provide support, foster a sense of belonging, and encourage academic engagement, helping students thrive from their first year through to graduation.
• Promoting Career Development and Applied Learning (Priority 2)
  Through programs like LEAD 312: Peer Leader Practicum and leadership workshops, the Collaborative offers hands-on mentoring and leadership experiences. These opportunities help students develop career-ready skills, aligning with DASSA's goal of promoting applied learning and career preparedness.
• Enhancing Well-being Initiatives (Priority 4)
  Peer leaders contribute to campus-wide well-being efforts by providing mental health support, fostering resilience, and building supportive peer networks. This aligns with DASSA’s commitment to embedding well-being in all aspects of student life and ensuring a holistic approach to success.
• Optimizing Organizational Effectiveness (Priority 6)
  The Peer Mentoring Collaborative enhances organizational effectiveness by creating a cohesive model for peer mentoring, standardizing training, and providing faculty and staff with resources.

Serving the Wildcat Community

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