Mentoring

Mentorships Make a Difference

Mentors provide students with real-life professional connections that go beyond classroom experiences.  Our programs match exceptional students with extraordinary working professionals who dedicate time and expertise to help students reach their potential. Together they troubleshoot issues, explore opportunities and launch careers. Mentoring relationships are focused but flexible. Many result in long-term professional connections shaped by trust and mutual respect.

Student Benefits

Mentoring programs offer students an opportunity to explore professional objectives and learn more about their chosen field of study.

• Learn how coursework and co-curricular activities relate to jobs in the real world.
• Acquire firsthand, up-to-date information about career options.
• Discuss career goals with knowledgeable individuals who have similar backgrounds.
• Discover career paths you may not have previously considered.
• Grow as a leader and learn from experienced professionals.

Mentor Benefits

• Put expertise to good use.
• Discover where the next generation of business leaders is headed.
• Grow as a leader and experienced professional.

Business Undergraduate Mentoring Program (BUMP)

Provided by the Ulmer Career Center, BUMP is an application-based one-year program that gives students an opportunity to broaden their learning experience through several meetings with professionals in the business community.

Why should students participate?

This program gives you the unique opportunity to connect with an established professional in your field. Your mentor can help guide your career and life goals using their unique expertise. It’s a great way to expand your knowledge base and network.

What is the time commitment?

Mentors and mentees must commit to monthly meetings from September through April. The agenda for these meetings are unique to each mentor/mentee but might include topics such as mentee career goals, case studies or even company (or relevant) meetings.

Who is eligible?

Undergraduate students with a declared College of Business major who have completed at least 60 credit hours and still have at least one year left until graduation.

How do students apply?

Students will receive an email inviting them to participate in the program in July. Once the application is completed, it is reviewed by the Ulmer Career Center and students will be contacted regarding the next steps. All mentee/mentor matches will be introduced via email in September.

If you have questions about BUMP, contact the Ulmer Center at 502-852-7756 or via email.

If you're interested in gaining a mentor or becoming a mentor fill out the application below.

Why should I be a mentor?

Becoming a mentor is both professionally and personally fulfilling. Not only do you have the opportunity to serve your field and community, you have the ability to teach the next generation of leaders. Your mentee is a unique source for fresh perspectives and new ideas. Support the change you want to see.

Time commitment

Mentors and mentees will commit to monthly meetings from September through April. The agenda for these meetings will be determined by each mentor and mentee, and might include attending company meetings, discussing mentee career goals, discussion of a case study or attending other relevant meetings or events.