Requirements of a Mentor

• Have a minimum of 5 years professional work experience and a bachelor’s degree. 
• Be a William Paterson graduate or community mentor interested in guiding a student. 
• Possess a strong interest in helping a William Paterson University student with career decision making and professional development. 
• Complete an online application, participate in a brief phone interview, and be willing to undergo a criminal background check prior to being matched with a student. 
• Commit to serve as a mentor for a minimum of one academic year (two semesters). 
• Commit to meeting with your mentee at least once per month. This can be in person, virtually, email, or by phone.
• Be willing to connect with your student on the PushFar software and continue communication as needed.
• Report at least the first meeting to program staff or record it on the PushFar software.