First Cats Mentoring

What You Need To Know

• During the first year, students are paired with a Peer Mentor. Through 6 biweekly one-on-one meetings with a Peer Mentor and 6 interactive group workshops (12 overall meetings per semester total), First Cats focuses on successfully tackling the transition to college with you! We will cover getting involved on campus, mastering time management, setting goals, networking, problem solving, resume building and much more!  
• By getting involved with First Cats you will have the opportunity to meet new people and be surrounded by a community of peers, faculty and staff committed to your success from the start of your journey! 

Why You Should Join Us, Recommendations from Your Peers

• "It is a supportive environment, and the mentors really want to make sure that you're adjusting well and informed on things you need to do as a freshman to succeed." – Freshman First Cats Participant 2019-2020 
• “Having to adapt to new place can be intimidating especially when you're saying it aloud that you're starting collage. Having a group of people that are also going through the same thing you are and having someone especially for you that listens to you and guides you is very nice. Which is why I would suggest to join First Cats.” -Freshman FIrst Cats Participant 2019-2020 
• “I would say that it is a great program to help you ease into the college life. There is a lot you might think you know, but a lot more you don't, and it's refreshing seeing that your own struggles aren't just your own, someone else might be feeling the same way.” -Freshman First Cats Participant 2019-2020 

Complete your First Year/Freshman Mentoring intake form now!

What You Need To Know

• During the second year, First Cats mentoring participants can expect monthly interactions with their peer mentor. Specifically, you set up 3 individual meetings with a peer mentor and join 3 group workshops for a total of 6 interactions each semester. You do not need to have participated in First Cats Mentoring your freshman year to participate as a sophomore. Support for sophomores is focused on providing guidance on solidifying a major, exploring possible career paths, understanding the difference between graduate school and the workforce, building a resume, and making a detailed plan for the remainder of your time at UA. 
• By getting involved with First Cats you will have the opportunity to meet new people and be surrounded by a community committed to your success from the start of your journey!

Why You Should Join Us, Recommendations from Your Peers

• “I would highlight the amazing people within the culture of first cats, and especially my peer mentor Miranda, who in herself has been a delight to work with as she's been very understanding and is passionate about what she does. She truly does her research to be able to answer questions that i may have brought up at an earlier date.” - Sophomore First Cats Participant 2019-2020 
• “Coming into the UA can be really difficult, and being in First Cats will not only provide you with a team who is consistently willing to help, but it's also an environment where you can make new friends.” - Sophomore First Cats Participant 2019-2020 
• “To give First Cats a try even if you did not join your freshman year. Talking to mentor is extremely helpful and gives you the opportunity to talk about anything you want to. Workshops help you learn about different things that are on campus or even at your own house.” - Sophomore First Cats Participant 2019-2020 

Complete your First Year/Freshman Mentoring intake form now!