Full Description
This updated resource equips faculty and administrators with a practical, research-informed framework for creating mentoring programs and embedding mentoring into daily practices in ways that support mentors and students in STEM.
Written by a nationally recognized expert in STEM mentoring, this book tackles the systemic barriers that continue to exclude women, students of color, community college transfer students, first-generation college students, and others, while offering proven mentoring strategies to drive student success and cultivate truly inclusive environments. Updates include timely guidance aligned with current federal and institutional standards, post-pandemic insights on virtual mentoring options, practical advice on piloting and evaluation, compelling new case studies, and fresh conversation starters for navigating challenging discussions with students and colleagues.
Whether you're launching a new initiative or refining current efforts, this book is your indispensable guide to expanding access and strengthening student persistence at every level.
Contents
Introduction PART I 1. Map the Landscape: Understanding STEM Persistence 2. Draft an Initial Mentoring Plan: Consider the Trade-offs 3. Revise With Intention: Pause Deliberately to Gather Insights PART II 4. What Works (and Why) During the Transition to College 5. What Works (and Why) During the Transition to a STEM Major 6. What Works (and Why) When Moving Through a STEM Major 7. What Works (and Why) During the Transition to a STEM Profession PART III 8. Preparing Mentors for Difficult Conversations: Framing Messages to Improve Impact 9. Building a Culture of Mentoring: Conversations With Colleagues Conclusion
