Mentors play an essential role in helping students navigate the math and physical sciences (MPS) at Berkeley and beyond. A supportive network of faculty, staff, students, and alumni can make all the difference in the experience of students in MPS majors. Through the MPS Scholars division-wide effort, we provide numerous opportunities to foster positive relationships between mentors and mentees.
Mentors are expected to engage with their mentees, in 1-on-1 and group meetings, and attend training sessions, check-ins, and events as needed. Mentors will also be asked to track their meetings with mentees.
Are you an undergraduate student, graduate student, postdoc or faculty? Below you will find detailed information on what you can expect as a mentor with MPS Scholars!
| Mentor | Time Commitment | Meeting Frequency by Semester |
| Undergraduate Student | 10-12 hours per semester | 3 meetings with mentees
2 meetings with graduate student/postdoc mentor OR 3 meetings with mentees |
| Graduate Student or Postdoc | 8-10 hours per semester | 3 meetings with undergraduate mentees 1-2 group meetings with faculty mentor |
| Faculty | 3-4 hours per semester | 1-2 group meetings with undergraduate and graduate/postdoc mentees |
| Alumni | 8-10 hours per semester | 5 meetings with undergraduate mentees |
Each mentor will be provided with a mentoring manual to ensure consistency, accuracy, and timeliness of the recommendations made to mentees. Additionally, mentoring workshops will be held throughout the year to enhance pedagogical reflectivity, cultural sensitivity, and relationship building.