More Than Just Cheerleading
Mentoring is a great way to give back
Remember choosing a career and wondering if you were on the right path? Not to mention what you would have given for some insider information. Although it’s too late to be on the receiving end of such advice, alumni are encouraged to dish it out and share what they now know with students and recent grads through Carleton’s mentorship program.
Since its inception a decade ago, the program has provided an opportunity for alumni to help nurture up-and-coming employees. It’s also a way for mentors to scope out new talent for companies.
“It’s a super way of staying in touch with the education community.
It provides an opportunity to share your experience and expertise,” says David Darwin, adding that it’s a way to give back to your alma mater. Darwin, BCom/72, has been mentoring for five years. Students and grads can access Darwin’s profile and career achievements, along with those of other volunteer mentors, through a database.
Darwin, BCom/72 , has been mentoring for five years. (Tony Fouhse Photo)
