Starting the Mentorship

Welcome to the UCLA Alumni Mentor Program!  

Mentors can be a vital part of a student’s career and personal development, but this is just the start of a year-long endeavor.

Below are next steps for you as you begin your mentorship: 

1. Understand Program and Expectations — As a participant, you agree to follow the True Bruin Values (integrity, excellence, accountability, respect) and the Principles of Community. Violations may result in removal from the program.
2. Complete the Program Pre-Survey — Fill out our program pre-survey to help us better understand your background and goals. 
3. Watch the Orientation Video and Review Resources — View the UCLA Alumni Mentor Program Orientation Video to prepare for a successful experience.
4. Understand Your Commitment — As part of the program, you are committing to connect with your mentee at least once a month until June. 
5. Connect with Your Mentee on UCLA ONE — If you haven’t already, connect with your mentee through UCLA ONE to schedule your first one-hour meeting. 
6. Review and Complete the Mentorship Agreement — Your student will prepare topics for your first conversation, but review and complete the Mentorship Agreement to set expectations, goals, and communication preferences. 
7. Assess Fit and Alignment — During your first few meetings, determine if the mentorship is a good fit. Be honest about your availability and expertise. If it’s not a match, you may end the mentorship through UCLA ONE. If it is, commit to growing the connection. 

While this is just the beginning of a long-term endeavor, there will be situations where the mentorship feels stagnated. Do not hesitate to reach out to our staff if you find that you need assistance in reaching your student or working through an obstacle. We will be sending out monthly e-newsletters with resources and mentorship ideas. We encourage you to be honest if things aren’t going as you thought and to find compromise as you move forward. If a student is truly not a fit, you can cancel the mentorship on UCLA ONE and work with a different student.  

Thank you again for your willingness to serve our UCLA community in this way. Your insights will make an indelible impact on your mentee. 

Please look to explore our FAQ page for commonly received program questions. For specific questions please contact alumnimentor@alumni.ucla.edu.