About the Mentoring for All Committee
The Mentoring for All committee launched during Winter Quarter 2021 as one of the key elements of our university's initiative to erase opportunity gaps via a Collective Impact framework. The committee is dedicated to ensuring that every UC San Diego student who wants a mentor has access to a mentor.
Committee Leadership and Members
Mentoring for All Committee Tri-Chairs
The Tri-Chair position is a voluntary role open to nominations from campus stakeholders, including self-nominations, upon the announcement of a Tri-Chair position vacancy by the Director of the Online Student Experience Department. Tri-Chairs are expected to collaborate closely, providing effective leadership to ensure that the M4All Committee operates efficiently and fulfills its strategic plan objectives.
Time Commitment:- Attend monthly Tri-Chair meetings
- Attend quarterly M4All Committee meetings and debrief
- Lead and facilitate assigned Working Group monthly meetings
- 2–3 hours/month including meeting time, pre-read documents, action items, etc.
- Added 1.5 hours to the month where quarterly meeting takes place
Learn more about the M4All Tri-chair position.
Mentoring for All Committee Members
The M4All Committee is composed of campus stakeholders who directly work with and/or oversee mentoring programs or programs with a mentorship component. Traditionally, the M4All Committee also includes campus stakeholders who directly work with and/or oversee peer coaching programs.
Time Commitment:- Attend quarterly M4All Committee meetings and complete action items as needed.
- 1–2 hours/quarter including meeting time, pre-read documents, action items, etc.
Working Group Members
The Mentoring for All structure includes four thematic Working Groups that represent the current strategic plan goals to be achieved are:
- Marketing Working Group
- Mentorship Connection Working Group
- Program Evaluation Working Group
- Resource, Training and Support Working Group
Working Group membership is a voluntary role open to nominations from campus stakeholders, including self-nominations, upon the announcement of a member position vacancy in any of the working groups by the Director of the Online Student Experience Department. Members are expected to be prepared to steer away from discussion-based meetings, and instead work collaboratively to complete action items, activities, and project goals during and after meetings.
Time Commitment:
- Attend monthly their assigned M4All working group meeting and complete action items as needed.
- 1–3 hours/month including meeting time, pre-read documents, action items, etc.
Mentorship Student Advisory Group Members
The Mentorship Student Advisory Group (MSAG) is a vital component of our university’s Mentoring for All Initiative. By participating in MSAG, UC San Diego students can provide feedback, share ideas, and help shape our initiative to effectively meets the mentorship goals of our student body.
Objectives:- Enhance the Mentorship Experience: Collaborate with other students and university staff to improve existing mentorship programs and resources for mentees and mentors.
- Student Representation: Serve as the voice of the student body at UCSD, ensuring that diverse perspectives and needs are considered.
- Community Building: Foster a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages a student-centered community and a sense of belonging.
Learn more about the responsibilities and commitment guidelines of the student role in the MSAG.
Get Involved!
Please contact Angie Garcia Nevarez, Program Coordinator, Mentoring for All, via email to receive more information and to be added to the committee.