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Welcome!
Welcome!
We are excited that you are considering joining the 2026-2027 Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program at the University of Michigan School of Public Health.
The Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program is a six-month mentoring experience that connects current SPH students with Michigan Public Health alumni for one-on-one academic and professional development support. Mentors and mentees are expected to meet monthly from October through March. Supplemental programming will also be offered throughout the program to help participants build strong mentoring relationships, strengthen networking skills, and stay engaged with the Michigan Public Health community.
About the Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program
About the Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program
The Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program provides students with structure, guidance, and support as they connect directly with the SPH alumni community.
The program is designed to make alumni connections more accessible and to help students build the relationships, confidence, and professional skills they will use throughout their public health careers. Through monthly conversations and optional programming, students have the opportunity to explore career paths, learn from alumni experiences, and grow their professional networks.
For alumni mentors, the program offers a meaningful way to give back, share professional insight, and support the next generation of public health leaders.
Program Logistics
Program Logistics
Student mentees are paired one-on-one with an alumni mentor for a series of structured, themed monthly meetings. Meeting guides and suggested discussion topics will be provided to support each conversation.
Participants are expected to:
Attend the program kickoff or review kickoff materials
Meet one-on-one with their mentor or mentee once per month from October through March
Communicate regularly and respectfully with their match
Use the monthly meeting themes or agendas to guide conversations
Participate in optional supplemental programming when possible
In addition to one-on-one mentoring, students will have opportunities to practice networking skills and connect more broadly with participating alumni.
Program Timeline
Program Timeline
The 2026–2027 Student-to-Alumni Mentoring Program runs from October 2026 through March 2027, with sign-up beginning in August 2026.
Key Dates
Key Dates
August 2026: Alumni mentor sign-up opens
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | 12:00–12:45 p.m. ET: Mentor Info Session, virtual
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 6:00–6:45 p.m. ET: Mentor Info Session, virtual
September 2026: Student mentee sign-up opens; mentor sign-up remains open
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 | 5:00–6:00 p.m. ET: Mentee Info Session, virtual
Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 12:00–12:45 p.m. ET: Mentee Info Session, Cornely Community Room
Late September/Early October 2026: Mentor-mentee matches announced
October 2026–March 2027: Monthly mentor-mentee meetings and optional programming
Friday, October 30, 2026: Last day to request a mentor change
Friday, April 2, 2027: Program officially concludes
Monthly meeting agendas and details are available on the Mentorship Meetings page.
Mentor Sign Up
Mentor Sign Up
As a mentor, you will play a meaningful role in supporting the next generation of public health leaders. By sharing your insights, experiences, and encouragement, you can help a student navigate their academic and professional journey while strengthening your own connection to the Michigan Public Health community.
Mentors are expected to meet with their student mentee once per month from October through March and participate in optional programming as their schedules allow.
Alumni Mentor Sign-Up (Coming Soon)
Student Sign Up
Student Sign Up
Ready to learn from someone who has been where you are?
As a mentee, you will be matched with a Michigan Public Health alum for a six-month, one-on-one mentoring relationship. Together, you will explore career paths, build professional skills, discuss your goals, and grow your network with support from someone who understands the Michigan Public Health experience and is invested in your success.
Mentees are expected to meet with their alumni mentor once per month from October through March and come prepared to participate actively in the mentoring relationship.
Student Mentee Sign-Up (Coming Soon)
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