iMentor

What is iMentor?

iMentor is the Division of Student Outreach and Support mentoring program aimed to assist incoming students in becoming acclimated to our campus and persist by building connection. The program matches mentees with upper class mentors who are leaders in the UMSL community that have a special interest in the academic and student life development of their mentees.

This program is a requirement for first year USS Scholarships recipients and lasts for two semesters.

If you are an undergraduate student experiencing a challenge with navigating campus and want to connect with an upperclassmen regarding transitioning to campus, then drop-in mentoring may be a great option for you!

Mentee Commitments

  • Meet with mentor at least three times per semester
  • Attend 3 iMentor Group Events every semester

Mentor Support by:

  • Being a sounding board and giving information regarding UMSL Life
  • Connecting you with other resources as appropriate
  • Provide study tips and advice on navigating courses
  • Support with canvas and other basic student tech

If you have any questions, please contact Natalia Mata at nmata@umsl.edu 

Mentors are available on both a walk-in and one-on-one basis.

Walk in Schedule

Fall 2025 Events

I am interested in being a mentee! How do I join?

Mentees are matched throughout the Fall and Spring semesters or until all mentee spots are filled.

To join:

1. Complete our iMentor matching assessment online

2. Read through our Mentee Guidelines

3.The iMentor Coordinator will reach out within three business days with your mentor match and event calendar. For more information, you may also reach out to Natalia Mata, Peer Mentor Coordinator at nmata@umsl.edu or 314-516-6834.

Benefits of the iMentor Program

Mentor

  • Build leadership skills, problem solving and time management skills
  • Gain skills for working with people in one-on-one and group setting
  • Flexible schedule
  • Assist in community building at UMSL
  • Confidentiality skills
  • Interact with students from different backgrounds

Mentee

  • Reduced stress and feelings of isolation
  • Enhance self-advocacy and interpersonal skills
  • Be able to identify UMSL resources, leadership and cultural opportunities
  • Be part of a community
  • Networking opportunity with fellow UMSL peers

 

I would like to be a Mentor! How do I Join?

Mentors are students who have completed at least 24 credit hours and have a cumulative GPA of 2.5. Mentors must demonstrate strong communication, campus involvement, and commit to at least one academic school year of participation. Mentors can work up to 8 hours a week and are paid $15 an hour. No previous experience is required.

Hiring begins every Spring Semester after Spring Break and goes on throughout the summer. Please see On Campus Student Jobs page for full job description and job posting. Students interested in applying to be a mentor should apply following the below guidelines: 

  1. Complete online application at On Campus Jobs Page.
  2. Forward a copy of your resume to nmata@umsl.edu

We are excited that you have expressed an interest in applying for the iMentor program. Please do not hesitate to contact Natalia Mata, Peer Mentor Coordinator at (314) 516-6834 or nmata@umsl.edu if you have any additional questions.