Peer Mentor Program

The Student Counseling Center Peer Mentor Program encourages students to become self-reliant, and practice self-advocacy by building positive relationships.

Mission Statement

The purpose of the Student Counseling Center Peer Mentor Program is to empower students to excel in their academics, personal growth, and interpersonal relationships through time management, organization, mnemonic strategies, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. 

Information may be shared as part of the mentor-mentee relationship and mentor training. The program will hold such information confidential and under no circumstances will be disclosed to others outside of the LCSC Student Counseling Center Peer Mentor Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Student Counseling Center Peer Mentor Program has been developed to assist students enrolled in LC State Student Counseling services who may need or want additional assistance or support, in order to be successful in college.

The Student Counseling Center Peer Mentor acts in accordance with and under the supervision of the Director of the Student Counseling Center.

Mentors and mentees should plan to meet once a week for at least one hour throughout the semester. However, if at any point during the semester either person feels like they don’t want to continue with the mentoring program, they may notify their partner, along with their counselor or the Director of the Student Counseling Center. These meetings should take place on campus, wherever the mentor and mentee are comfortable. 

For the mentee, the program provides support and stability during their college experience, and offers opportunities to improve communication and self-advocacy skills.

For the mentor, the program offers opportunities to share their knowledge and experiences and develop leadership skills.

If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please contact counseling@lcsc.edu or 208-792-2211.

If you are interested in becoming a mentee, please talk with your counselor during your appointment to see if this is a good fit for you.