First-Generation Programs Mentoring

Are you a first-generation college student looking for support, guidance, and community? Look no further! The Office of First-Generation Programs assists students in accessing important resources, making connections, and building community through one-on-one mentoring. Students, like you, can connect with a student peer mentor to work towards your goals. Your mentor will then work with you to enhance your experience at Northern Arizona University.

Benefits of connecting with a mentor

  • Connect to events and activities
  • Gain practical advice, encouragement and support
  • Increase your social and academic confidence
  • Develop your communication, study and academic skills
  • Identify goals and establish a sense of direction
  • Gain valuable insight into the next stage of your collegiate journey
  • Build your network

Eligibility

  • Be a first-generation college student at one of NAU’s campuses including NAU Flagstaff Mountain, Online, and Yuma
    • Students that are online or at the Yuma campus will meet with mentors via Zoom.
  • Please note, students in the Blavin Scholars Program, First Scholars, STAR, or Student Support Services are not eligible for additional mentoring through First-Generation Programs

To connect with a mentor please complete the form below and we’ll be in touch shortly.

First-Generation Programs Mentoring

Are you a first-generation college student looking for a peer or staff mentor? Complete the form below to be matched!
  • Name * Required
  • Please note, in the Fall 2020 semester mentors may only be available for monthly for 30 minute meetings via Zoom.

 

First-Generation Programs
Location
Building 42
Sechrist Hall
1200 S. Beaver St
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
Mailing Address
PO Box 6035
Flagstaff, AZ 86011