Inside Iowa State: Iowa State University

September 27, 2002

Mentoring program begins

A new peer mentoring program, which begins this fall, will help P&S women learn the ins and outs at Iowa State and begin developing a professional network.

Coordinated through the women's center, the "Women's Ways: Mentoring Program for Professional & Scientific Women" is aimed at women who have been at Iowa State three years or less. However, those who have been at the university longer may be considered for the program.

P&S women also are needed to serve as mentors. Mentors should understand the current campus climate and have experience in a range of situations.

Mentors and mentees will be matched according to goals and desired outcomes listed on the application forms. They will meet with each other at least two hours a month and attend other workshops and events.

Applications are available from Penny Rice, women's center director, 4-4254. Applications also will be available Sept. 27 online under announcements on the Web site at http://www.dso.iastate.edu/dept/mswc. Applications are due Oct. 16.