Introduction
Moving forward, the State Representative, at the direction of EWB-USA and their respective Region, will work in cooperation with the Regional Mentor Coordinator to help manage the coordination of Student Chapter Professional Mentors for the benefit of EWB-USA, interested professional mentors, student chapters, and overall program delivery. This document provides an overview of the regional mentor coordination process and should be used as a guide. This program does not replace or alter the current approval process in place for the assignment of Professional Mentors through EWB-USA. This program serves as an additional tool to help student chapters looking for professional mentors and professional mentors looking to network regarding their roles and responsibilities. The purpose of this program is to:
- Improve project quality in both technical and sustainability objectives;
- Provide region-specific and state-wide networks for professional mentor collaboration to serve chapter and program needs; and
- Maintain a single point of contact for EWB-USA, student chapters and potential mentors to coordinate with for new professional mentor connections.
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 24 August 2010 20:35 |
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Draft 10/12/09
Purpose: The purpose of this document is to provide an informal overview of the relationship between a Professional Mentor and a Student Chapter of EWB-USA. For official requirements and forms, please see EWB-USA Form 404 - Mentor Application, EWB-USA Form 405 - Mentor Qualifications, and the Mentor Statement of Intent.
Philosophy: Student Chapters of EWB-USA have a two-fold purpose. The first is to help communities help themselves. The second is to help the students to grow and develop. A good Mentor will help the chapter to balance these goals.
Approach: There is no one-size-fits-all approach, as each Chapter (and each Mentor) are different, and both change over time. Building trust and rapport and keeping lines of communication open are the keys to a successful working relationship. Over time, as a Chapter gains experience, roles may change, and that's OK. That said, there are a few points that should apply in general for any Mentor:
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Last Updated on Saturday, 10 September 2011 13:42 |
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Why do you need a project mentor?
- Improve project quality for technical implementability and sustainability.
- Ensure that student chapters have access to professionals with the needed technical capabilities and experience. Mentors will provide design reviews and on the ground assistance, and discover and address problems and issues in a more efficient manner.
How do you find a project mentor(s)?
- Do not leave finding a project mentor to one of the last things you do. Finding a mentor and getting them approved may take time.
- Work with your State Representative and let them know your mentor needs and travel plans.
- Engage your EWB-USA Project Manager early and often.
- Your Chapter Relations Manager (CRM) can also be a key resource.
- It may be necessary to have more than one project mentor depending on project complexity (e.g., structural, water, sanitation, electrical, etc.). Think about engaging multiple mentors to provide cross-disciplinary expertise and/or act as potential backup for travel. Be prepared to present EWB-USA with alternates.
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 09 November 2010 09:09 |
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