TCU’s TRIO program seeks mentors for McNair Program

Fort Worth, TX

4/23/2008

The TCU McNair Program, which is part of the TRIO program in the College of Education, is seeking mentor volunteers for fall 2008. Faculty and staff members are needed as volunteers to conduct and guide students through a structured research project.

The McNair Program at TCU is a federally funded program designed to identify college juniors and seniors who possess the academic skills, motivation and desire to continue their studies at the doctoral level.

The mentor’s role is to serve as a role model, provide research guidance, encouragement, and increase immersion in the academic culture. It bridges the academic and social gaps among peers, faculty and scholars. Through shared academic and social activities, bonding occurs between the McNair scholars and mentors. Faculty mentors provide exposure and insight essential for the participant to understand the skills necessary to become successful in the academic world.

Through the mentoring program, the McNair scholar’s self-perception, levels of personal and academic expectations and likelihood of success are increased. The program consists of a continuous supportive relationship between the scholar and his/her mentor. McNair scholars are encouraged to continue contact with their mentors after graduating from TCU.

For more information, contact 817-257-7946.