Mentorship Program Announcements
Stay up-to-date!
This is your go-to hub for announcements, important updates, and reminders for both mentees and mentors.
Check back regularly for upcoming events, networking opportunities, and ways to stay engaged throughout your mentorship experience.
LinkedIn Learning Leader Board
| 🏅 Rank | Name | Days Logged In | Hours Learned (2 pts/hr) | Courses Completed (1 pt/completion) | Informational Session Attended (5 pts) | Total Points |
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| 🥇 1 | TBD | |||||
| 🥈 2 | TBD | |||||
| 🥉 3 | TBD |
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Share Your Experience or Celebrate A Milestone!
Each month, we'll spotlight the top mentors and mentees who have gone above and beyond in their mentoring journey!
Want to give a shout-out to your mentor or mentee? Email us at ilitchmentorship@wayne.edu.
Mentee Announcements
What's Coming Up
Complete Your Mentee Orientation
Mentee orientations are taking place next week! Be sure to attend an orientation session so you're prepared for the start of your mentorship experience and know what to expect throughout the year.
Check your email for more session details!
Matching Begins September 30!
Mentors and mentees will be matched on September 30, 2026.
Once you receive your match, take the first step and reach out to your mentor! Introduce yourself, share a little about yourself, and begin the conversation about connecting for the first time.
Save the Date: Kickoff Breakfast - October 6
Join us on October 6, 2026 for the 2026-2027 Mentorship Kickoff Breakfast at the Mike Ilitch School of Business!
This is an opportunity to officially kick off the new mentorship year, connect with the mentorship community, and continue building your new mentoring relationship.
Upcoming Events
9/22 · 10:00 am (in-person, Ilitch School Career Services) Deloitte Coffee Chat - Accounting & TISA
9/23 · 10:00 am (in-person, Ilitch School of Business Atrium) Deloitte Information Table - TISA & Accounting
9/23 · 1:00 pm (virtual) SMBC Meet & Greet: Operations, HR, Planning, Treasury/Controllers, and Procurement
Reminders
Rock Your LinkedIn Profile Recording Now Available!
The full Rock Your Profile Recording is now available to watch.
Revisit Daniel's tips and strengthen your LinkedIn profile anytime!
Mentor Announcements
What's Coming Up
Mentor Orientation
Mentor orientations are taking place this week! Orientation will provide important information about the upcoming program year, expectations, resources, and what to expect once you're matched with your mentee.
Matching Begins September 30!
Mentors and mentees will be matched on September 30, 2026.
After matching, be on the lookout for an introduction message or email from your mentee as you begin connecting and planning your first conversation.
Save the Date: Kickoff Breakfast - October 6
Join us on October 6, 2026 for the 2026-2027 Mentorship Kickoff Breakfast at the Mike Ilitch School of BUsiness.
We look forward to bringing mentors and mentees together as we officially begin another year of the Ilitch School Mentorship Program!
Mentor Resources
Our Mentorship Resources page includes helpful links, tools, and resources you can reference throughout the year to support conversations and engagement with your mentee.
Recognition & Impact
Your involvement plays a meaningful role in shaping student success and career readiness.
View our Mentor Recognition Page to see participating organizations and program highlights!