The International Student Mentor Program (ISMP) is a student-led initiative, dedicated to help incoming international students in their adjustment and transition to their new home, TAMIU. Through the mentoring program the new students will learn about campus and student life and have the opportunity to truly immerse themselves. International students are paired with TAMIU students that will serve as their mentors for the semester. The ISMP organizes errand runs, airport pickups, gatherings among other activities.
The benefits of being a mentor and completing the program are many. Aside from building relations, networking, and learning about other cultures, the ISMs will be recognized through the following:
Requirements:
Duties:
To become a mentor, you will need to complete the ISMP Application.
ISMP Applications for Fall 2024 are open and will close on May 24 at 11:45 p.m.
*Mentors selected will be contacted via their student email.
All international students are strongly encouraged to participate as ‘Mentees’ in the ISMP. The ISMP is a great way to meet TAMIU students and adjust to your new home.*
*All exchange students are automatically entered into the International Student Mentoring Program, however we strongly recommend that you complete an application, so we can best match you with your mentor.
To become a mentee, please complete the ISMP Mentee Application.
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