What is a UniMentor? 

UniMentors are current students who offer a friendly face while providing ongoing support to new students, helping to make the transition to university easier.

What does a UniMentor do? 

UniMentors attend events and online activities with new students, and respond to email enquiries to provide advice and support to students. 

Why be a UniMentor?

• Strengthen your communication and leadership skills.
• Be the voice of what you wish you had known, when you first started university.
• Join a vibrant network and provide your insights to new students.
• Receive a gift voucher and a certificate in recognition of being involved in the program.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Receive an invitation to a recognition & celebration event.
• Count your time as a UniMentor towards the UniSA+ Award.

What does it involve?

• Successful completion of an application form and attendance at a UniMentor training session.
• Depending on the enquiries from new students, UniMentors will be matched with new students to answer their questions via email.
• Attendance at Orientation to assist with tasks and welcoming new students and assistance at other events throughout the year. 
• Being a representative of UniSA and student of influence. 

Who can apply?

Eligible applicants are required to:

• Be enrolled as a student at UniSA. 
• Have a minimum GPA of 4. 
• Have completed six months of undergraduate or postgraduate study. 
• Be available for a compulsory training. 
• Understand the challenges of being a new student.
• Demonstrate excellent English and communication skills.

Application process

• Apply via application form. 
• If your application for the 2025 program is successful, you will receive an email to attend a UniMentor induction in mid-January 2025 (in person and online offering).
• If the above is completed and you show suitable skills for the role in the training session, you will become a UniMentor. 

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