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This is your go-to hub for all the latest announcements, motivational content, important updates, and reminders tailored for both mentees and mentors. Stay informed about upcoming events, networking opportunities, workshops, and other important happenings at the Mike Ilitch School of Business. 

Check back often to stay up to date with everything you need to make the most of your mentorship experience. Together, let's build a supportive, uplifting, empowering, transformative, and thriving community! 

🚀Important Corporate Mentor Program Dates to Remember!

As we wrap up this cycle, here are some key dates and details to keep in mind for current and future participants: 

📅 Upcoming End-of-Cycle Survey – Available April 15, due by May 2

 🔗 Relationship Access Ends – May 2 

📢 Registration for the 2025-2026 CMP cycle opens:

• For interested employers (mentors): May - September 
• For interested students (mentees): August - September 

If you participated in this cycle, no need to create a new account! Simply update your profile and complete any new questions on the registration form. 

New to the program? Keep an eye out for details on how to sign up! 

💡 Spread the Word! If you know someone who would benefit from this program, encourage them to apply in August! 

Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being part of the Corporate Mentor Program!

LinkedIn Learning of the Month! 

We're excited to introduce a new LinkedIn Learning of the Month series just for you! 🎉

Each month, we'll share a curated LinkedIn Learning collection, courses, or short videos focused on helping you build in-demand skills and grow as a professional. These resources are free for mentees and align with topics relevant to your mentoring journey and career goals. 

🚀May's Theme: Level Up Your Career Superpowers 

This month, we're focusing on the 8 NACE Career Readiness Competencies! These are skills that employers across industries say they look for in strong candidates. 

We've put together a LinkedIn Learning Collection filled with quick, impactful videos and courses that help you grow in areas like: 

• Communication
• Leadership
• Critical Thinking
• Equity & Inclusion

     ... and more! 

👉 Click here to explore the collection! 

Apply for the $2,000 Game Changers Scholarship! 

The Game Changers Scholarship by Kroger & Always is now accepting applications! 

📌 $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to students enrolled during the 2025-2026 school year. 

🗓️ Deadline to apply is Friday, May 23

👉 Apply online today for the Game Changers Scholarship, and check out the flyer below for more details! 

📢 Exciting News for Corporate Mentor Program Mentees! 

We’re thrilled to announce that all mentees in the Corporate Mentor Program now have free access to LinkedIn Learning through August 1, 2025! 🎉 

This powerful platform offers thousands of courses to help you develop new skills, earn certificates, and enhance your career journey—all at your own pace. 
📩 Check Your Email! 

You should have received an email from LinkedIn Learning with instructions to activate your free account. If you don’t see it, check your spam folder! 

💡 What You Can Do on LinkedIn Learning: 

✅ Boost Your Resume – Earn certificates and add them to your LinkedIn profile. 

✅ Expand Your Skills – Explore courses in leadership, networking, Excel, and more! 

✅ Learn Anytime, Anywhere – Watch expert-led courses that fit your schedule. 

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! Start exploring today and invest in your future. 

🚀 If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out. 

Happy learning! 📚💼

🌌A Galactic Thank You for Attending the CMP Breakfast! 🚀 

The Force was strong with our mentors and mentees at the Corporate Mentor Program Breakfast! Thank you to everyone who joined us for a morning filled with networking, inspiration, and career-building connections.

The Force was strong with our mentors and mentees at the Corporate Mentor Program Breakfast! Thank you to everyone who joined us for a morning filled with networking, inspiration, and career-building connections. 

✨ Special Feature: The CMP Breakfast Honor Roll! ✨ 

We created a fun, Star Wars-themed graphic to recognize all who RSVP’d. Check it out below! 

📸 Event Photos Coming Soon! Our Jedi photographer was capturing the action, and you can relive the memories by checking out the photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/wayne-state-business-school/albums/. 

💫 May the connections you made be with you—always. Stay tuned for more program updates, and feel free to spread the word about joining us for the next cycle!