Become a mentor

Join the 51Ç鱨վ International Community and become a Mentor. Share your experiences with new international students or information you wish you knew when you started at 51Ç鱨վ. 

Applications are now closed for the Summer 2025 semester

Mentor eligibility/requirements

  • You have been at 51Ç鱨վ for at least two semesters or you were a mentee in your first semester.
  • You maintain a GPA of 2.33 or above.
  • You are a current student enrolled in at least one academic course in the Summer 2025 semester.
  • Initiate and maintain contact with your mentees.
  • Use Microsoft Teams to stay up to date with the program.
  • Attending mandatory online training session:
    • April 16, 2025
  • Commit 5 hours/month to supporting and answering new student questions about 51Ç鱨վ and living in Vancouver.
  • Offer to meet mentees in-person. 

Mentor benefits

  • Mentor new international students
    • Get matched with new international students with common goals, similar interests and values. You will be mentoring by sharing experiences, providing social connection and important student life information.
  • Community building/Networking 
    • Make new friends, expand your social and professional network and meet your mentees in person!
  • Skill development
    • Receive coaching for your professional development from various 51Ç鱨վ departments, services, and leaders of the college.
    • You will also receive a certificate of completion at the end of your time within the program which you can add onto your resume and upon request a reference letter. 
  • *Reward System*
    • We have implemented our new Reward System! With each semester as a mentor you will receive gifts with increasing value. A small thank you from us to you!
Mentorship Program - Reward System

Important dates for the Summer 2025 program (mentors): 

*Dates are tentative

April 4
Registration opens for mentors

April 14
Last day to sign up for the Summer 2025 program

April 16
Mandatory online training workshop

May 6
Matching begins for the program

May 16
Mentee Welcome Event

May 16
Matching ends

May 23
Student Leadership Program Kick-Off Event

July
Skill Development Session

August
Wrap Up Event

August 7
Last day of the program