Tippie BizEdge Mentoring Program
Launched in 2017, the Tippie College of Business BizEdge Mentoring Program is a mentoring initiative designed for students of color and first-generation, undergraduate business students. The program develops leaders who support and empower others.
Program participants, mentors and mentees, are carefully selected by the program director Gabriela Rivera and recommendations from academic advisors and a formal application process. Mentors undergo specialized training to equip them with the skills and knowledge to support their mentees as they transition into the university. Mentor training covers and includes a variety of topics such as: mentoring, building community, soft business skills, cultural and emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, resume refinement, stress management, networking, job hunting, effective communication methods, summer internship preparation, navigating career paths, and more.
All participants meet monthly for a skill based workshop, open discussion, lunch with Tippie faculty and special social events. Mentors and mentees also have access to exclusive business networking events, program alumni, a benefits program, and more! The BizEdge Mentoring Program gives students the tools to unlock more of their hidden potential, and the hands-on experience to refine their leadership skills.