Mentoring Lunches: Cultivate a Growth Mindset for Your Team

Monday, December 16, 12:00pm-1:00pm, On Campus 

Mindsets are a set of beliefs and assumptions that an individual has about themselves, their life, and the situation around them. A fixed mindset is the belief that intelligence, talent, and other abilities are innate and not capable of change. A growth mindset is the belief that challenges are opportunities for growth and improvement. 

Mentoring Lunches: Examining Mentor versus Mentee Differences in Perspective of Independence to Aid in Fostering True Independence

Tuesday, November 19, 12:00pm-1:00pm, On Campus

During this session, we will examine the definition of independence and how it evolves as the mentee progresses through their career. We will also explore differences in mentor-mentee definitions of independence using case studies, aiming to build mentee confidence and establish trust. To demonstrate the multifaceted nature of independence, mentors will identify both the benefits and challenges of mentoring an independent researcher. 

Mentoring Monday: Balancing Mentorship and Personal Well-being

This session is designed to help mentors and mentees develop strategies to maintain a healthy balance between their mentoring responsibilities and personal well-being. Participants will engage in activities that foster connection, explore challenges to well-being, and learn practical techniques for managing stress, setting boundaries, and supporting one another. 

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