Expectations of Mentees

1. Expectations of Mentees
- How to get the most out of your
Mentoring relationship

2. Commit Time!
• Set yourself a goal of regular conversations with
your Mentor (e.g. fortnightly, monthly)
• Ask questions – specific or general

3. Plan ahead and work towards that goal
• What do you want to achieve in the long-term ?
• Would sharing your goals and brainstorming ideas
help?

4. Meet-up (in person or online)
• Having a “conversation” builds relationships faster
than email and forums
• Display good communication skills and promote
an open and honest relationship

5. A supportive environment..
• Share your mistakes and lessons learnt with your
Mentor and fellow Mentees
• Be honest about problem areas and be receptive to
feedback
• Maintain confidentiality

6. Be motivated…
• To follow up resources/ activities/ support networks
• Take part in activities and opportunities outside your
Course

7. Empowerment
• Reflect and share your progress in achieving your
goals
• Make the most of every opportunity!

8. Share your journey
• Provide feedback
• Become a future Mentor

10. Student Mentor and Leadership Program
5 Steps to get connected with a Student Mentor
1. Join UCROO: Visit www.ucroo.com.au
2. Sign up using your student email
3. Go to on the left-hand menu bar
4. Search the available Mentors (use the filters) to
find someone you think you would like as a
Mentor – this could be someone you met during Orientation, or
someone with similar interests and course to yourself
5. Join! (please only join one group to ensure others are able to
access the Mentor program)