“While it is a great feeling to give back to my community, it is even more rewarding to see the direct impact mentoring has on individual lives, mentors and mentees alike. To be able to be a positive role model in a child's life, who may not have one otherwise, is a feeling unparalleled for everyone involved. My experience mentoring has inspired me to dedicate the rest of my life to helping and educating others, who I hope in turn will continue to pay forward the wonderful gift of mentoring in the future.” --Michael Larson, OSU Outstanding Mentor 2007
“I have truly enjoyed my mentoring experience. I asked if I could increase my hours starting next quarter. I'd like to turn my involvement into a touchstone for my master's research project. It has sparked a new interest in working in urban school settings.”
“[A big reward for me has been] just watching the students progress from week to week and how much change can happen just in that little time. Also to see the goals the students set for themselves and watching or helping them achieve those goals.”
“My mentee is much more confident with math problems.”
“I enjoyed everything! I love helping students who are clearly intelligent break down the language barriers that impede them reaching their academic potential.”
”Being able to help the kids is rewarding.”
”I enjoy the relationship I have with my mentee. She respects and looks up to me. It's nice to see the perspective of a younger generation. She is opening up more to me.”
“My mentee is so refreshing to me around. She is very school-oriented and gets renewed satisfaction from learning and solving problems. I feel that my mentee and I really have developed a special bond!”
“She is setting new goals for herself and working toward them. We are working on her spelling and she is improving.
“It's a great feeling knowing you're making a positive impact in their lives.” |
