Can graduate students mentor undergraduates?
Yes, remembering that the best connections are made based on the mentee’s needs. The most important criteria are for the potential mentor to have the experience and knowledge that the mentee needs to develop professionally. Because graduate students have often had varied experiences and research assignments, they can share this perspective with undergraduates. Graduate students can provide information on the culture of a specific university that can help undergraduates settle in and quickly feel a part of their new learning community.
