The Latino Resource Center is currently seeking mentors for the Mentoring for Academic Success (M.A.S) program for fall 2011.
M.A.S is a mentoring program focused on providing a welcoming environment for incoming Latino first-year and transfer students at NIU.
The program offers new students peer and academic support, social and leadership opportunities, personal growth and leadership development. Latino first-year and transfer students are paired with mentors who can provide guidance and assistance in their transition to college life.
A mentor must have completed at least one year at NIU and be willing to commit time and effort to provide positive and helpful social and academic support to Latino first-year and transfer students.
Applications are available online.
For more information about the program, contact the Latino Resource Center at (815) 753-1986 or e-mail lrc@niu.edu.