/news-archive/tag/national-mentoring-month/ 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock Wed, 26 Jan 2022 14:23:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /news-archive/2022/01/26/mentors-corrigan-revels/ Wed, 26 Jan 2022 14:23:23 +0000 /news/?p=80912 ... Mentors That Go the Mile: Corrigan Revels]]> Why did you choose to become a mentor?聽 Mentorship played a big impact in my life when I was an undergrad student. I have always wanted to continue supporting others. A positive mentorship connection can make a lifelong impact in people’s lives. What is your opinion on the importance of having a mentor in college?聽 The importance of having a mentor in college can make a difference within career, academic, and life choices. Work-life balance can be difficult, but having a peer mentor or professor as a part of their support system can help students persevere. What do you enjoy most about mentorship?聽 What I enjoy the most is realizing my personal growth and seeing my mentees reach their potential. I’ve always learned more about myself during moments of reflection with my mentees and that helps me grow as well. What is hardest about it?聽 Accepting that you can’t be everything for your mentees and knowing when to step back, to allow them to make the best decision for themselves. How would you describe your personal mentoring style?聽 My style is very laid back. I like to know as much as I can about my mentees and allow them to show/tell me what is needed. I’ve learned that there’s a time for advice, a time for bonding, and a time for reflection within mentorship. What leaders do you look up to for inspiration?聽 I really appreciate individuals who use their platform to help others and those who stay true to themselves. Some that come to mind is Charles D. King (Founder of Macro Films), Robert Carter (my grandfather), Thomas Sankara (Former President of Burkina Faso), and Cynthia Carter (my mom). Is there anything you would like to add or advice for future mentors?聽 For future mentors, always remember that it’s not about you. You’re there for the mentee, the mentee is not there for you.]]> /news-archive/2022/01/24/lauren-wilson-mentor/ Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:30:44 +0000 /news/?p=80883 ... Mentors That Go the Mile: Lauren Wilson]]> Multicultural Center at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock. 1. Why did you choose to become a mentor? Mentoring chose me as an undergraduate. I was always drawn to helping my fellow students navigate classes, campus, and co-curricular activities, so mentoring was a natural fit for me. Over the course of my career in education, mentoring has been a huge part of my work, whether through advising, supervising, or teaching. 2. What is your opinion on the importance of having a mentor in college? I had some incredible mentors in college. Whether they were students, faculty, or staff members, they played a huge role in getting me to graduation. Whether mentors are giving advice on careers, classes, or life, having someone there for you to answer questions or be a listening ear is invaluable for a college student, especially if they are looking for guidance. 3. What do you enjoy most about mentorship?聽 Building relationships with students! While mentoring adds another layer to my assigned job duties, it is beyond fulfilling to bond with my mentees and witness them blossom and grow. 4. What is the hardest part about being a mentor? It can be tough when mentees don’t listen to your advice, or when they make decisions that aren’t the best for them. However, part of being a good mentor is helping them through those tough situations, guiding them rather than getting on to them. Although, sometimes, you need to get on to them, too. 5. How would you describe your personal mentoring style? My style is relatable and straightforward, making sure that I clearly communicate with my mentees when I do (or don’t) know something, and helping them solve problems instead of trying to solve the problems for them. I also believe in the power of sharing stories, whether as cautionary tales or as evidence that I am just as human as they are. 6. What leaders do you look up to for inspiration? While I can’t think of anyone specifically, I am always drawn to those who practice servant leadership and who lead by doing. I am a firm believer that you can’t be an effective leader unless you are willing to walk the talk and practice what you preach. 7. Is there anything you would like to add or advice for future mentors? You don’t have to have your life completely together in order to be a mentor! Even if you feel like you are still learning and growing as a person (which we all should be until we are no longer on this Earth), you still have valuable insight that could help someone out.]]> /news-archive/2022/01/20/dj-thomas-mentor/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 16:10:39 +0000 /news/?p=80876 ... Mentors That Go the Mile: D.J. Thomas]]> D.J. Thomas, a native of Pine Bluff, serves as a student success coach for the Student Affairs Diversity Initiative at 糖心Vlog传媒 Little Rock. 1. Why did you choose to become a mentor? I wanted to reciprocate the love, help, and support that was given to me when I was a college student. I wanted to be a person who provided a space for students to thrive and to reach their fullest potential by giving insights and principles that helped shape me into the person I am today. 2. What is your opinion on the importance of having a mentor in college? You need a mentor to help navigate the challenges and courses that college presents. We are not built to operate in isolation. We are built with the design to operate in the community. And that’s what students need when they come to college. 3. What do you enjoy most about mentorship?聽 I enjoy the growth and development that takes place in my students. I like hearing good news and testimonies about how I helped and/or influenced them. 4. What is the hardest part about being a mentor? The hardest thing about being a mentor is getting your students to see what you see in them. 5. How would you describe your personal mentoring style? I don’t necessarily have a “personal mentoring style.鈥� My methods change based on the needs of the student. However, I do try my best to be truthful and compassionate. 6. What leaders do you look up to for inspiration? Dr. Phillip L. Pointer, Pastor Justin Bilson, Elder Lamar Bailey, Kenneth Brown, and Dr. Gerald Parker Sr. 7. Is there anything you would like to add or advice for future mentors? Mentoring is not about becoming popular in higher education. It is about maximizing a student’s potential and helping them become the person God wants them to be.]]>