Edinboro University School of Business
Mentoring Program
Student Commitment Form
Your Commitment
Your commitment to the Student Mentoring Program begins when you are matched with a
mentor in August for the following academic year. Your conduct as an Edinboro University
student is held to a high professional standard and we expect each student to commit to the
program to the best of his or her ability unless extenuating circumstances arise.
Your Responsibilities
As a representative of Edinboro University and the School of Business, a certain level of
accountability is required of you throughout the mentoring experience. The relationship between
a mentor and the student is built on a foundation of trust, respect, and professionalism.
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Respect the mentor’s time by keeping appointments, communicating if you cannot
attend a meeting, and promptly returning calls or emails.
Accept mentor advice and feedback while keeping communication open.
Set realistic expectations of the mentor.
Be proactive in keeping the relationship alive and communicate regularly with your
mentor. Take the initiative to plan meetings, activities, and agenda topics.
Maintain confidentiality and trust if the mentor discusses sensitive information.
Follow-up on recommendations/contacts that the mentor provides in a timely manner.
Be fully present and engaged—take the program seriously.
If for extenuating circumstances or personal reasons you cannot participate in the
mentor program, communicate that to your mentor and the Office of the Dean, School
of Business. Do not simply withdraw from the program without telling anyone.
I have read and agree to abide by the terms listed above for participation in the Mentoring
Program:
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Please sign name
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Date
School of Business
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
110 Wiley Arts & Sciences Center
Edinboro, PA 16444
814.732.2460