Chicano Link Peer Mentor Program

EACH LINK MAKES US STRONGER
Our Chicano Link Peer Mentor Program extends a bienvenida into the UCR familia to new freshman and transfer students. One-on-one meetings, study sessions and academic workshops all support a positive transition to UCR and promote new students’ academic, cultural and social success.
Are you a new student? We can pair you with a trained peer mentor who can help you
to:
- Build a strong network of support
- Navigate UCR and learn about your campus and community resources
- Connect with clubs and organizations
- Attain major-specific advice on professors, projects and key opportunities
- Hone your study and time management skills
- Develop cultural awareness
- Adjust to campus life
If you are interested in being a mentee in our Chicano Link Peer Mentor Program, please fill out this online application here. If you have questions, contact Arlene with Chicano Student Programs at arlene.cano@ucr.edu.
Check out our calendar for upcoming Chicano Link Peer Mentor Program events and workshops.
Are you a current student interested in becoming a mentor? Apply today and discover how rewarding mentorship can be.
Chicano Link Peer Mentors must...
- Be a UCR student (junior or higher) in good academic standing with a cumulative and quarter GPA of 2.8 or higher
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Be aware of issues specifically related to Chicano/Latino students
- Be open-minded and flexible
- Be energetic, motivated, and positive
- Be willing to learn, grow and attend training as needed
- Work with mentees for at least 30 minutes every two weeks
If you are interested in volunteering as a Chicano Link Peer Mentor, please fill out this online application here.
Check out our calendar for upcoming Chicano Link Peer Mentor Program events and workshops.