MSAADA MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Msaada is a mentorship program designed to support Black women-identifying students at Davidson College; however, all students are welcome to inquire about the benefits of this and other programs sponsored by the Matthews Center for Career Development. Msaada Mentorship Program was created to support Black women students at Davidson College by matching them with Davidson Black alumnae. Ideally, a Black woman student who agrees to participate will commit to being mentored by a Black alumna for at least one year. Mentors will provide their mentees with: guidance; insight into the field; networking opportunities; and professional encouragement.

Msaada (means to aid, help in Kiswahili)

We all need mentors -- especially those with shared experiences. The Msaada mentorship program is designed to create meaningful connections and programming that will help guide you on your professional journey. You need this and you deserve it!

• Be encouraged and empowered in personal development

• Gain help setting up a plan of short and long-term S.M.A.R.T goals 

• Learn from alumni experiences and learn how to more effectively prioritize, manage time, handle stress, and balance a workload 

• Discuss how to handle concerns, issues, or problems in a professional manner 

• Learn from discussions about career paths and possibilities 

• Identify and correct gaps in skills and knowledge Increase 

• Build community on campus with peers, faculty, and staff 

• Develop and maintain a broader perspective on career options and opportunities