ATMentors Monthly
Howdy!
[november]
There is a cool breeze in Aggieland, and the fall semester is winding down!
In this month’s issue of ATMentors Monthly, make sure you read [What’s New with Mentors?] to catch up on our plans for 2012. Also, [Mark Your Calendar] with some dates and events occurring within the next few months.
One of things I keep learning is that the secret of being happy is doing things for other people. -Dick Gregory
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[What’s New with Mentors?]
New Mentors... Do you know someone that you think would be a great mentor for our Aggies? E-mail ATMentors@tamu.edu or have them submit the New Mentor Application online at mentors.tamu.edu
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Welcome NEW Mentors!
Lesley Vaculin, International Student Advisor I, International Student Services, Division of Academic Affairs The Office of New Student Programs is excited to share with you this year’s Amplify schedule. Amplify is a collaborative, campus-wide effort designed to assist first-year freshman, transfer and sophomore Aggies develop skills and become aware of resources to help them overcome challenges and to make the most of their Texas A&M experience. This year, we have 95 programs from which students can choose! Please visit amplify.tamu.edu to see the full schedule for this year! We would appreciate your assistance in getting the word out about this exciting program! Please consider sharing information about Amplify with your mentees. Also, we would be happy to provide you with printed brochures to distribute.
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Wendi Kaspar, Associate Professor, Policy Sciences & Economics Library, Evans Library Krishna Patwari, Reseach Associate, Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution, College of Engineering
A special thanks to Dr. Darby Roberts of Student Life Studies for presenting us with statistics and great resources about our Aggies at our Brown Bag October 19th. Please see the attached slideshow of the presentation for the infomation or if you missed it! Interested in presenting at these monthly functions? Email us at atmentors@tamu.edu ATMentors is now on Facebook! Please search us under ATMentors and like the page! We can utilize this social network to reach more Aggies and potential mentors!
[Tips for November]
This section contains hints and resources that will help you while mentoring students.
The semester is almost over and students may come to you worried and concerned about...you guessed it....grades. Here are some helpful ways to guide them in the right direction. 1. Change: There is still time to make a change! Advise them to set up an appointment with their professor to go over different ways they can improve their grade. 2. Stay on top of classwork: It is important for students to do their homework and read their chapters as soon as they get back from class when it is still fresh in their minds. Remind them that good note-taking is always a must for in class focus and studying for exams. 3. Procrastination is NOT an option: Encourage the student that procrastination only leads to poor work. Turn things in on time and start on an assignment when it is given. This will allow time for proof reading and good study habits. 4. Find an appropriate study location: Students needs to study somewhere they will not be distracted and can remain focused on the task at hand. Suggestions include an open classroom, study lounges, and the library. It is importatnt to minimize distractions from a computer or cell phone. Remember: Students that put in the effort to make better grades will only produce positive results!
http://www.ehow.com/how_5363649_improve-bad-grades-college.html
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[Campus Highlight]
This section contains helpful hints and resources that will help you while mentoring.
University Writing Center
Their mission is simple, they help students learn to write and speak more effectively. The University Writing Center is located in the Evans Library and can be utilized by undergraduate and graduate students of Texas A&M. They can help students in person and online on the following: Academic Writing Business & Professional Writing Creative Writing and Fiction Graduate Writing Presentations...and more!
COME hear more about the UWC at our next Brown Bag, November 16! For more information please visit writingcenter.tamu.edu or call 979-458-1455
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[Mark Your Calendar] Important Dates & Events
What you need to know about Credit Cards This is a great workshop to share with your students! 5pm-6pm Pavillion Room 236 amplify.tamu.edu
11.16.11 ATMentor Luncheon “Brown Bag” Presenter: University Writing Center 12pm-1pm Rudder 707
Please RSVP to atmentors@tamu.edu by Tuesday, November 15th. 10.27.11 Managing Self and College Success: Tips for Studying Effectively This is a great workshop to share with your students! 1:50pm-2:50pm Cain Hall B103 4
Have suggestions, comments, or an addition to the newsletter? Please e-mail ATMentors@tamu.edu or call 979.845.5826.