ATMentors Monthly
[february]
Howdy Mentors! The Office of New Student Programs welcomes you back in 2010! ATMentors is only getting better this year. Here’s what’s inside this month’s ATMentors Monthly: • Want a refresher on campus resources? Want to meet other Mentors? Attend ATMentors Awareness on February 24th from 10am-2pm! Read more on page 2 • ATMentors has a new marketing campaign! Page 3 has all of the details. • AgVenture: Houston was a success! Check out pictures and highlights on page 4 • Aggie Athletes need your help! Are you interested in mentoring athletes? Read page 4 for more information on how you can help! • Don’t forget to look over mentoring [Tips for February]
If you have any questions or suggestions for upcoming issues of ATMentors Monthly, please e-mail ATMentors@tamu.edu. Have a great week!
[Mark Your Calendar] Important Dates & Events
• February 24th ATMentors Awareness Day 10am-2pm, Cain Hall B-139 • March 15-19th Spring Break Student Holiday • March 18-19th Spring Break Faculty/Staff Holiday
[What’s New with Mentors?]
ATMentors . Awareness
February 24th . Cain Hall B-139. 10am-2pm You have questions - We’ve got answers!
How do I mentor veterans? Are more students choosing graduate school instead of careers after graduation?
What is First-Year Grade Exclusion? Where can a student help his/her study skills? How do I approach a death in a student’s life?
What are other ATMentors doing?
Are other students having the same problems? What is the process of a student being expelled?
How can I talk to stressed athletes?
What money is available to students?
According to a survey in the fall survey, you wanted to know how to be a better Mentor. Join your fellow Mentors on Wednesday, February 24th to learn more about campus services. Can’t come for the entire time? Look at the schedule and attend the sessions you want to know most about. Lunch will be provided. Schedule and registration is available here.
Marketing ATMentors ATMentors will begin a new marketing campaign in February to encourage the involvement of more staff and faculty members as well as students. Look around campus for the posters below:
Do you know a good area to hang one of these posters? E-mail ATMentors@tamu.edu and we’ll send one you’re way!
AgVenture: Houston On Friday, January 15th, ATMentor, Marisa Suhm, and New Student Programs staff member, Megan Higginbotham took 8 spring transfer and freshmen students on the first AgVenture trip to Houston. The trip included visiting the NASA Space Center, the Museum of Natural Science, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Downtown Aquarium. ATMentors is in the process of planning AgVentures for the summer of 2010. Want to be a part of an AgVenture? E-mail ATMentors@ tamu.edu.
Help Improve ATMentors
• Calling all ATMentor athletes! Were you an athlete in college? Or do you think you can help mentor Texas A&M athletes? If so, please e-mail ATMentors@tamu.edu so we can add you to our athlete mentors resource! • Don’t forget to send your picture and any specific experiences/ certifications that you feel help you relate to students for the “Meet your Mentors” section of the website. Email to ATMentors@tamu.edu
[Tips for February] This section contains hints and resources that will help you while mentoring.
What if a student asks...
...How do I get involved this semester?
Many organizations are currently recruiting for the spring semester. Check out the University Calendar for organization informational dates and upcoming events. Also, student Activities is a great resource for involvement on campus. Learn More.
...Where can I find a job?
Texas A&M has great resources whether a student is looking for some extra cash or a graduating senior is looking for a career. Jobs for Aggies posts everything from research opportunities to off-campus baby sitting needs. Students can also learn how to manage money by attending one of several workshops offered. Learn More. The Career Center is a great resource for developing resumes, practicing interviews and contacting companies across the nation. Learn More. Several departments and colleges sponsor career fairs that give students the opportunity to meet companies and pass along their resume. Learn More. Have suggestions, comments, or an addition to the newsletter? Please e-mail ATMentors@tamu.edu or call 979.845.5826.