Benefits

Benefits to Mentees

Deep learning

The development of deep and strategic learning approaches that focus on understanding and actively engaging the material and being aware of the assessment requirements.

Better performance

Increased academic achievement and retention (positive impact on the decision to stay at the university).

Sense of Belonging

A sense of belonging to the university, social interaction, feeling part of the university, understanding the requirements of the programme and accessing other services offered by the university...

Positive transition

The enhancement of a positive transition into university through heightened commitment, positive learning experiences and confidence.

Relational support

The worth of the mentor-mentee relationship in terms of general relational support.

Reduced stress

Reduced stress for first years during the induction and transition into higher education when social support is provided that is consistent with their characteristic disposition.

Benefits to Mentors

Altruistic

Enjoyment and satisfaction from helping others - very evident.

Cognitive

Acquiring new skills, such as communication and leadership, very prominent.

Social

Interacting with new students, networking and forming friendships.

Personal growth

Self-development, such as pride, empathy and
responsibility. Positive influence on the approach to learning and the learning experience.

Peer to Peer

Opportunity to learn through the process of teaching others, working with other students and discussing matters that one would not ordinarily discuss with members of staff.

Optimize experience

Increased commitment to complete university studies, feeling part of the university and making use of the opportunities the university provides.

Address

Schumann Building
7 De Beer Road
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch
7600