Welcome!
Welcome to the Mentorship Program of the National University of the Union of Myanmar . We
are excited to have you affiliated with guidance and hope that you are adjusting to your new
environment. We want you to take full advantage of the opportunities presented to you through
the valuable courses of NUUM. We are very grateful to help you achieve your goals, and lead
and guide you to new heights both personally and professionally.
What is Mentorship?
About us
The Mentorship Program of the the National University of the Union of Myanmar – Global Campus, sponsored by the Burmese American Community Institute, was established in July, 2022 with the intention of assisting the multicultural students of Myanmar with guidance about navigating the challenges of university studies in the midst of a global pandemic and military coup. The mentees of the Program are supported with advice about academics and college and career planning by individual mentors of NUUM and provided with personalized and sensitive support for academic, personal, and social development. Through the valuable mentorship program of NUUM, students will have the opportunity to enhance educational and career opportunities as a student while at the same time enhancing leadership, team building, and communication skills.
Our mission
To assist the students in achieving educational goals and become change makers in their communities by enhancing student engagement through the mentoring program.
Our Vision
Creating an environment where all students in under-resourced communities to build Educational goals, Positive mindsets, and Opportunity.
Goals
★ To foster a familial environment where students are enriched by diversity, equity, and inclusion
★ To contribute to the development of talented and inspiring young leaders to guide them on their educational journey
★ To promote peer to peer learning through small group-mentoring session
Mentoring Timeline
The Mentorship Program of the National University of the Union of Myanmar runs for a minimum duration of four months and is conducted each Spring and Fall Semester of NUUM.
Program Expectation
★ Commit to fully participate for four months (one (1) semester of NUUM)
★ Meet mentor once a week throughout the semester
★ Follow the Mentee Code of Conduct Complete end of the semester assessment
★ Attend meetings and events as available
★ Address any concerns regarding your match
What can you expect from NUUM Mentorship Session
• Educational Provision – We created this program with the intention of contributing learning opportunities and you will be able to explore further education under the guidance of your mentor.
• Equal Admission –NUUM provides equal opportunities to every student. All applicants will be considered for enrollment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
• An Open Door – We designed this program with you in mind, therefore we encourage you to
get in touch with us at any time with your thoughts and recommendations!
Requirements for becoming a mentee at NUUM
● High school, College and Graduate graduate
● Conservational in Burmese and English
● Be flexible, open – minded and keen to learn
● Required to attend the meetings as necessary
Requirement for becoming a mentor at NUUM
● Interested in and passionate about mentoring
● At least a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in respective fields. Candidates with foreign degrees and experience are highly encouraged to apply.
● Recommended to have experience with strong knowledge of online communication tools such as Zoom, Google Meet, Skype etc.
● Demonstrated commitment to the University’s values
● Demonstrate high level of professionalism, respect, and personal integrity
● Possess the following skills: listening, advocacy, teaching and sharing
● Being able to expose students to opportunities and increase visibility
● Flexibility and availability/ willingness to provide convenient time zone based on mentees’ need
Frequently asked questions
WILL ONLY WORK WITH ONE MENTOR?
CAN I ASK MY MENTOR TO HELP FIND A JOB OR AN INTERNSHIP?
No. The Mentoring Project Connections Program does not provide mentees with employment or internship opportunities. However, a mentee can seek career advice from her mentor on a current or future career path.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BEING A MENTEE?
Mentees often express that mentors are an invaluable resource. Studies also show that students with mentors: positively adjust to college, are more likely to graduate, have a greater overall satisfaction with their college experience, increase their self-efficacy and perceived confidence in their ability, and fare better on other key measures of college success than students who lack mentoring connections.
HOW WAS I MATCHED?
Connections mentors and mentees are paired accordingly after profiles have been reviewed. The Mentoring Project staff identifies points of correlation between applicants to best match areas of support that mentors can provide to each mentee.
https://cs.lbl.gov/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/csa-mentoring-program/what-is-mentorship/