Academic Mentorship: Exploring the Mentor and Mentee Relationship
By UNLV Graduate College
Date and time
Wednesday, May 7, 2014 · 12 - 1pm PDT
Location
UNLV Student Union
SU 219 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89154Description
Academic Mentorship: Exploring the Mentor and Mentee Relationship
This workshop will provide research faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate student scholars an opportunity to explore and discuss the contours of the mentor/mentee relationship. Participants will learn about the history of academic mentorship, the typical responsibilities of a mentor and a mentee, what traits and information to consider when choosing a mentor or mentee, and how to handle challenges that arise in academic mentoring relationships. Traditionally, this workshop is given as part of UNLV's Responsible Conduct of Research training series, and it is open to all UNLV faculty and students; graduate students enrolled in the Graduate Research Certificate Program must enroll in advance to receive credit for participation.
This workshop will provide research faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate student scholars an opportunity to explore and discuss the contours of the mentor/mentee relationship. Participants will learn about the history of academic mentorship, the typical responsibilities of a mentor and a mentee, what traits and information to consider when choosing a mentor or mentee, and how to handle challenges that arise in academic mentoring relationships. Traditionally, this workshop is given as part of UNLV's Responsible Conduct of Research training series, and it is open to all UNLV faculty and students; graduate students enrolled in the Graduate Research Certificate Program must enroll in advance to receive credit for participation.
Location: UNLV Student Union Room -SU 219
Organized by
The Graduate College facilitates graduate-level education by supporting excellent master's and doctoral degree programs in a wide range of disciplines. As part of a premier metropolitan university, the Graduate College strives to create a campus culture that advances graduate education, including student learning, research, and creative activity.
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