Mentoring
In the Business Honors Program, we believe that in order to grow the good in business, we must first and foremost grow the good in ourselves and do so without ceasing. This requires a daily effort of developing virtue in our own personal lives and choosing to live integrated lives with our work. As we develop strong technical skills through intellectual challenge in our courses, we take the time to develop our character, virtue, and capacity for prudence.
Why Mentoring?
When it comes to success – both in business and in life – character matters. And all of us need assistance from others to acquire self-awareness about our character. Mentors in the Business Honors Program are tasked with the special mission of positively challenging each student as an individual to make the most of his or her unique talents; to form career goals within the wider context of life goals that include relationships with others; and to think critically about themselves in order to uncover opportunities for personal growth. Mentorship is a foundational element of the BHP in line with the mission of preparing students to be advocates and exemplars of an understanding of business as an honorable enterprise that contributes to the integral development of society, serving the common good of all.
What Does Mentoring Look like?
Each student is paired with a mentor. The student and mentor are required to meet twice every semester. This can look like a coffee break, lunch, or a conversation in the lounge. These meetings are an opportunity to grow not only academically, but in one's character as well. It is our sincere hope that, through mentoring in the BHP, students will in turn become trusted advisors and mentors themselves, both in their own careers and personal lives.
Want to Mentor?
Are you interested in mentoring?
Email our Mentor Program Manager, Helen Keefe at hkeefe@nd.edu.