Students helping students

A Peer Mentor is an upper level student who is willing to share the benefits of their university experience with students entering the nursing program. Mentors are matched to a small number of mentees.

The purpose of the program is to:

• Help students during the transition to the first year of the nursing program and being a UNB student;

• Assist students to succeed academically;

• Increase communication among all students of the nursing program.

Benefits:

• Development of a helping relationship and enhancement of interpersonal skills;

• Promotion of a positive learning environment that is conducive to study and academic success;

• Development of collaborative group and leadership skills;

• Satisfaction experienced from helping other students succeed in the program.

The benefits for the mentees:

• Support from a successful upper level student during their first year in the nursing program at UNB;

• Assistance with asking questions and seeking advice;

• Increased awareness and use of student services;

• Acting as a source of motivation within their peer group;

• Suggestions or tips on how to integrate into nursing and university life.