eLearning Peer Mentor Program

What is an eLearning Peer Mentor?

eLearning Peer Mentors support first-year online students at Shoreline Community College by building thoughtful, trusting relationships with their mentees. They serve as role models to help their mentees navigate college life and empower them to thrive in their educational journey.

The role of an eLearning Peer Mentor is to support student success by: 

  • Helping to facilitate a smooth transition into and acclimation to Shoreline CC. 
  • Fostering a strong sense of belonging in an inclusive environment where students feel valued, motivated, and connected.
  • Addressing mentees' questions concerns related to both academic and personal life.
  • Providing guidance on academics, personal development, and campus resources.
  • Offering emotional support to overcome challenges such as isolation, stress, and self-doubt.
  • Promoting engagement and persistence in all aspects of life.

Benefits to YOU - the Mentee!

Peer mentorship has been shown to improve the following for the mentee: 

  • Academic achievement 
  • Self-efficacy
  • Social skills 
  • Feeling of connection to school and peers 
  • Likelihood of staying in school and graduating

Mentee Commitment

Mentees participating in the eLearning Peer Mentor Program are expected to:​

  • Watch an informal training video and fill out a training verification form.
  • Complete an Agreement with your mentor during your first meeting. ​
  • Meet with your mentor at least once a week for roughly 30-60 min.​
  • Arrange a meeting time with your mentor for each following week, and inform your mentor as soon as possible if you ever can’t attend.
  • Fill out a meeting log within one day of every meeting with your mentor.​
  • Contact the Program Director if issues with mentoring arise, including wanting to discontinue your mentoring relationship.
  • Complete an Exit Evaluation at the end of the academic year.

Are you interested in having an eLearning Peer Mentor?

For questions, contact the eLearning Student Success Navigator, Lauren Caruso, at lcaruso@shoreline.edu or 206.533.6706 (call/text).

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