Great Expectations Peer Mentorship Program: Mentee Application 2019-2020
Welcome to Lewis & Clark! You are invited to participate in the Great Expectations (GE) peer mentorship program and attend the kickoff retreat! The Office of Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement’s (IME) peer mentorship program is designed to help support new students as they transition into Lewis & Clark College. IME supports the recruitment, transition, and retention of students from underrepresented communities (i.e., students of color, first-generation college students, low income, etc.). Mentorship can be very supportive to the successful transition and engagement of new students, particularly from these communities. This mentorship program and all programs and events associated with GE is completely free to you!

In addition to the mentorship program, you are also invited to attend the GE retreat that will take place over the weekend of September 14-15, 2019, at Canby Grove Retreat (about 30 mins from campus). At this two day getaway, you will engage in team building and student success activities and workshops. Through this retreat and the GE program, you will have direct access to numerous staff, faculty, students, alumni, and resources. You will meet other students in a small and supportive community, bond with your GE peer mentor, and find answers to your questions about Lewis & Clark.

PRIORITY DEADLINE to participate in Great Expectations is AUGUST 20th, 2019 so sign up now!
Note: Space is limited for the retreat, so it is first come first serve. Also: THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN SO TELL YOUR FRIENDS!

Questions? Feel free to email Dominique Gardner at dgardner@lclark.edu. We can't wait to meet you!

(Note: It is common for many retreat locations in Oregon to have a religious affiliation. While this retreat is physically taking place on this type of property, this program is NOT attached to any faith tradition and we welcome students of all faiths and spiritualities.)
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First Name *
Last Name *
LC ID Number *
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Will you be 18 years of age at the time of September 14, 2019?
Note: if you will not be 18 at the time of the retreat, additional consent forms will be needed from parent/guardian.
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Why are you interested in being a GE mentee for the entire 2019-2020 year? *
Tell us why you'd love to join! Is there anything specifically you're interested in learning about at the retreat? What are you hoping to gain from the program throughout the year?
Are you able to attend the Great Expectations Retreat on September 14-15, 2019  (It's free for all selected participants) *
The GE retreat is an off-campus two-day retreat visiting the beautiful countryside outside of Portland with other mentees and mentors starting all day and overnight on Saturday, September 14th, and returning by midday Sunday, September 15th. The purpose of the retreat is to build community and create connections with the other students and staff members of the Great Expectations program.
If you are unable to attend the Great Expectations Retreat, please provide a reason as this is a highly encouraged event of the GE program.
What are your area(s) of academic interest? *
Academic interest referring to subjects or topics you are interested in exploring or potentially majoring in at Lewis & Clark.
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Are you interested in getting involved in a student union, or learning more about it?  Our mentors are leaders in many of these organizations *
 (check all that apply)
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What are your area(s) of social interests? Social interest refers to things you are interested in outside the classroom like hobbies, clubs/organizations, volunteering, athletics, student employment, etc. *
Sleeping Arrangements at the Great Expectations Retreat
During Great Expectations you will stay overnight with a group of 3-4 other people in the same room (pictured above). We will do our best to place you in rooms with others that share similar interests. Is there anything specifically you would like us to know when placing you in a room? Note: Every person will have their own individual bed and linens are provided. *
Do you have any dietary needs or food allergies? *
Examples: Lactose intolerant, peanut allergy, vegan, vegetarian, certain foods you can't or don't eat, etc.
What are you looking for in a mentor? *
We pair mentors and mentees based on a variety of factors. To help us with this process, please tell us what you are looking for in a mentor below.  (Note: We will do our best to pair you based on your preferences given our current mentors)
Not Important
Moderately Important
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Similar academic interests
Similar social interests
Someone from my hometown/regional area
Someone who identifies as a person of color
Someone who is a first-generation college student
Is there anything else we should take into consideration when pairing you with a mentor? *
Such as, but not limited to, other important identities, specific interests, etc.
What is your T-Shirt size? *
A FREE t-shirt is included in this experience!
Demographic Information
We collect demographic information from participants because Great Expectations is an identity-conscious program that serves to center the richness and complexity of your lived experience.

What is/are your hometown(s)? *
What is your racial identity? *
What is your gender identity? *
Gender Identity is the internal perception of an one’s gender, and how they label themselves, based on how much they align or don’t align with what they understand their options for gender to be.
What are your pronouns? (ex: she/her, he/him, they/them, etc.) *
Are you a first generation college student? *
First generation college student in this context refers to you attending a 4-year-college or university but your parents have not. (Not a requirement to participate)
Please provide the phone number where we can most easily reach you. *
GE Mentors and IME staff may call and/or text you prior to the retreat and throughout the year to get in contact and provide useful information.
IME takes photos at all events for recruitment efforts. Are you comfortable with your picture being taken and used for this purpose? *
Publications could include print, social media, and website.
Optional comments or questions about being a GE mentee? If interested but need more information, contact Dominique Gardner at dgardner@lclark.edu so that we may clarify and hold a spot for you if desired.
How did you hear about the Great Expectations program? *
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