2025-2025 Mentor and Mentee Sign Up is now open!
We are excited that you are considering joining the 2025-2026 Student-to Alumni Mentoring Program. The Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program is a six month long program. Mentors and Mentees will be expected to meet one-on-one monthly for the duration of the program. Supplemental programming will be offered for both mentors and mentees to enhance their mentoring relationships throughout the program.
The Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program offers students structure, guidance and training as they directly connect to the SPH alumni community. We intentionally designed the program to help address some of the biggest barriers students have historically had accessing the SPH alum network, and building the social capital they will utilize throughout their professional development.
Program Logistics
Student mentees are paired 1:1 with an alum mentor for a series of structured, themed meetings throughout the program timeline. There are also opportunities for the students to practice their networking skills more broadly with their mentor and all the alums in the program.
The Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program runs the duration of the academic year.
Dates and sign up for the 2025-2026 Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program are:
August: Mentor Sign Up Opens
September: Mentee Sign Up Opens, Mentor Sign Up Remains Open
September 29, 2025: Program Kickoff and match deadline
October-March: Monthly meetings and optional programming
March 27: Program officially concludes
Additional dates and programming will be added to the calendar below as it is confirmed. Monthly meeting agendas and details are available on the Mentorship Meetings page.
As a mentor, you’ll play a meaningful role in shaping the next generation of public health leaders. By sharing your insights, experiences, and encouragement, you’ll help a student navigate their journey while strengthening your own connection to the Michigan Public Health community.
Ready to learn from someone who’s been where you are? As a mentee, you’ll be matched with a Michigan Public Health alum for a year-long, one-on-one mentoring relationship. Together, you’ll explore career paths, build professional skills, and grow your network - all with the support of a mentor who understands the journey and is invested in your success.