Student Self-Questionnaire

Developing support systems is a key to on-the-job success and mentors can be valuable supporters who foster your professional and personal development. These individuals can keep you "in the loop," prevent or lessen feelings of isolation, and give you a real sense that you "belong." However, mentors aren't for everyone. The relationship between mentor and "mentee" (that's you) is a two-way street; you should clearly understand that it's a relationship that requires a commitment on your part as well as on the part of the mentor. Ask yourself, "How good a mentee will I make?" The following form can help you evaluate your potential as a mentee. Complete the form and you will given a score with more information on what that score means.

First Name:
Last Name:
Email address:
Rate your potential by selecting the ranking that corresponds to how much you agree, or disagree, to each statement.
1. I am willing to commit the time to meet and/or to correspond with my mentor:
2. I can be counted on to carry out commitments:
3. I am willing to accept an opportunity to learn from someone more experienced:
4. I am a good listener:
5. I would be willing to speak up, diplomatically, if I disagreed with a mentor:
6. I am good at thanking, and otherwise showing appreciation, to people who help me:
7. I am willing to accept exposure to new ideas, theories, practices, and/or people that might not be pursued without a mentor's guidance and/or encouragement:
8. I am prepared to increase my professional confidence and networking opportunities:
9. I will represent the University of Evansville as a responsible and respected student:
10. I feel that my "career potential" is high. I would be a good risk as a mentee::

Mentoring Program