UPAW Peer Mentorship Program
The Pathology Mentorship Program connects volunteer mentors with students who are interested in studying Pathology, One Health, or Medical Bioinformatics. Mentees will receive 1-on-1 mentorship from an upper-year student enrolled in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. PMP mentors will provide their mentees with a wealth of knowledge regarding their academic experiences, tips for success, and answers to any inquiries that they may have. Through the Pathology Mentorship Program, UPAW strives to foster a supportive and motivating environment for mentors and mentees to meet their personal and professional goals. This program will allow both parties to take charge of their education and be more engaged in their learning.
Mentors and Mentees
Mentor Info
Whether you’re looking for personal fulfillment, skill development, or to further personalize your involvement at Western, the Pathology Mentorship Program has something to offer to you!
We are looking for mentors who can:
Maintain frequent contact with mentees, assess their needs, and provide resources and support
Complete monthly feedback forms for reflection and accountability purposes
Participate in mixer events with their mentee
Problem solve and provide constructive feedback
Help their mentees develop personal leadership skills and meet their goals
In exchange for sharing expertise and experience, Pathology Mentors can:
Gain a new perspective on their field by interacting with newer or prospective colleagues
Add to their existing professional network
Feel like they’re giving back to their field or profession by engaging mentees in their work
Gain an added sense of purpose, responsibility, and confidence
Mentee Info
The Pathology Mentorship Program aims to match the expertise and interests of our volunteer mentors to the expressed need of mentees who are interested in the field of Pathology.
We welcome all individuals to become a mentee who:
Are willing to make a personal commitment to work with their mentor
Will assume an active role in their mentoring partnership, initiating contact as necessary
Have a direction or clear goals established and are internally motivated to learn through the experiences of others
There are many benefits to being a mentee including, but not limited to:
Receiving personalized advice, encouragement, and support that will allow you to grow and open up to new ideas and pathways
Gaining exposure to new and different perspectives from current students in the Pathology module
Expanding your personal and professional network
Increasing your social and academic confidence
