Support with the True Owl Mentor Program

The True Owl Mentor Program at Kennesaw State is proudly designed to help you evaluate your needs, interests, and goals, providing guidance on your professional journey. With resources like the First Mentor Meeting FrameworkCore Mentoring Values, and guides for setting SMART goals and understanding your skills, this program equips both mentees and mentors with the tools needed for a successful mentorship experience. Additional resources include conversation guides, a mentorship journal, and a toolkit for planning and enhancing mentorship interactions.

  • How can the True Owl Mentor Program assist me?

    • Utilize this resource to evaluate your needs, interests, and goals. Discover how having a mentor can support you on your professional journey at Kennesaw State University.

     

    First Mentor Meeting Framework

    • This document confirms that both the mentee and mentor have defined expectations and objectives for their collaboration.

     

    Core Mentoring Values

    • These core mentoring values will help each mentee and mentor establish a solid foundation for their mentorship interactions.
  • Resource Guide

    • This resource guide was created to assist you in making the most of your mentoring experience by offering helpful insights and tools. It will support you in setting and achieving your goals with your mentor. 

     

    Creating Effective SMART Goals

    • Clearly defining your goals is key to a successful mentorship relationship. Use this resource to craft your SMART goals and cultivate a focused, goal-oriented mindset.

     

    Understanding Your Skills

    • Use this guide to identify and discuss key skills and competencies with your mentor essential for career readiness. This document will help you evaluate your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and create a plan for strengthening these competencies.

     

    Questions For Your Mentor

    • Unsure about what questions to ask your Mentor? Use this resource to help you strategically plan your mentoring interactions. 

     

    Mentee and Mentor Conversation Guide

    • Use this guide to strategically prepare and plan your discussions with your Mentor.

     

    Building your Nest

    • Each mentor you have can influence your life in different ways. They might act as a coach, role model, challenger, or cheerleader at various times. Use this document to record the different roles each mentor takes on throughout your journey. 
  • Resource Guide

    • This resource guide is designed to support you in your mentoring journey by providing valuable insights and tools. It will help you navigate your role and enhance your effectiveness as a mentor.

     

    Mentorship Journal and Planner

    • Use this Mentorship Journal and Planner to stay organized, track progress, and reflect on your experiences as a mentor. It will help you maintain focus on your goals, keep you motivated, and enhance the impact you have on your mentee's development.
  • Closure Conversation Guide

    • Use this guide to facilitate a closure conversation and celebrate the end of your successful mentorship.

     

    Reflection Questions

    • This list of potential questions was designed to help mentors and mentees reflect on their mentorship experience.

     

    Suggested Activities and Discussion Topics

    • Looking for activities or topics to discuss with your mentoring connection? This list of suggestions will equip you with numerous ideas!

     

    Mentor and Mentee Toolkit

    • Use the Mentoring Toolkit to assist you with setting up various items for your mentorship experience. Get more information on setting up a potential meeting agenda, creating ice breaker activities to engage in, opening discussion topics for dialogue, and accessing additional tools and resources for a more in-depth mentoring encounter.