First-Generation Peer Mentoring Program

The First-Generation Peer Mentoring Program connects first-generation students with experienced peer mentors who provide guidance, support, and encouragement. Through shared experiences and meaningful connections, the program helps students build confidence, navigate college life, and achieve their academic and personal goals.

Why Join?

  • Build lasting friendships and a supportive network.
  • Get advice on academics, study skills and techniques, careers, and more!
  • Gain leadership skills, inspire others and step into your potential.
  • If you want to make a positive impact on a student's life.

Who Qualifies

  • Current Full-Time UHD Student (Must be enrolled in 12 semester credit hours).
  • Those who Identify as First-Generation students: (neither parent/guardian obtained a degree from a year college)
  • Students who are of a similar experience, that want to give back to others.

Benefits

  • 1on1 peer mentoring - Gain guidance and support from an experienced student mentor
  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Networking opportunities focused on the first generation experience - Build relationships with fellow First-Gen Gators, faculty, and staff

Become A  Mentor

For those who wish to assist another First-Gen Gator on their new journey.

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Peer Mentor Requirements:

  • Mentors must complete a required training
  • Mentors must meet with their mentee(s) 3 times a month
  • Mentors must meet with their program coordinator once a month
  • Mentors must actively participate in First-Gen Gators gatherings and social events and activities led by the GRC
  • Mentors must identify as First-Generation Students

Become A Mentee

For those who wish to assist another First-Gen Gator on their new journey.

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Peer Mentee Requirements:

  • Mentees must meet with their mentor 3 times a month
  • Mentees must actively participate in First-Gen Gators gatherings and social events and activities led by the GRC
  • Mentees must identify as First-Generation Students
  • Mentees must be full time students (12 hours/semester)

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