How do I find a college mentor?

with Evelyn Riley ’25 and Julia Riley ’25

Finding a mentor in college is essential to get the most from your college experience. A mentor can be your advisor, a faculty member you connect with, a coach, or career-center staffer. And you don’t have to limit yourself to just one.

media by James Schuller photo James Schuller
January 2025

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