Finding Your Own Mentor

Finding Your Own Mentor is a six module e-course that will lead you through steps to determine who might be an effective mentor and the steps to start cultivating a mentoring relationship.

Finding Your Own Mentor is a Co-Curricular Record (CCR) eligible program.

Module 1: Introduction

Be introduced to a “virtual peer mentor” who will guide you through the process
Review the 6 sessions and how to navigate the online learning experience

Module 2: Finding Potential Mentors

Create a list of potential mentors that you already know
Learn to use other platforms to broaden your network

Module 3: Making the Connection

Develop strategies to request informational interviews
Learn some dos and don’ts about conducting informational interviews

Module 4: The Right Mentor for You

Learn more about the role of the mentor and your role in the process
Determine what mentor characteristics are most important to you

Module 5: Moving From Acquaintance to Mentor

Learning strategies that will help you deepen your relationships with potential mentors
Receive advice from mentors on Frequently Asked Questions

Module 6: Sustaining the Relationship

Develop strategies to maximize your mentoring relationships

Program Eligibility
How The Program Works
Progress through six self-directed modules at your own pace and make sure to:
- Complete 80% of the activities in the modules.
- Complete the reflections on the CLNx Program Tracker to earn CCR recognition.
Find instructions on how to register on CLNx below Program Registration.

You can also watch Using the CLNx: Register for programs.
Program Registration
To register for this program:
1. Log in to CLNx.
2. Click on Programs in the menu on the left side of the screen.
3. Click on Programs Overview.
4. Select Program Registration.
5. Enrol in Finding Your Own E-Mentor E-Course.
For more on how to use CLNx and the Program Tracker, watch Using the CLNx: Register for programs.

For questions and registration support, please email mentorship@utoronto.ca.
What Students Are Saying

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I wanted to expand my network with amazing people that I can continually learn from and help out. I also wanted to have a strong support system, even better than the one I already have. I wanted their advice on my resume and how to meet other people, write a good personal statement, fully develop my skills, learn about opportunities to gain new skills, and be successful in reaching my goals.

Finding Your Own Mentor participant, 2020

I wanted to find a person who might have different perspectives in life, and broaden my horizons to look deeper into the people around me. I wanted to learn from every mentor I meet academically or socially, value each of their opinions and eventually find the best mode that I feel comfortable with.

Finding Your Own Mentor participant, 2021