In this post, Scott Santibanez provides encouragement and advice for students finishing their undergraduate careers and moving on to the next steps in their vocation. If you are a graduating senior, we're glad you're here, and we hope this post encourages you in this key moment. If you're heading to grad school and want to find community along the way, you can learn more about our network of Christian academics here and look for an InterVarsity grad chapter here. … [Read more...] about Advice for Graduates: 5 Things To Do as You Enter the Next Phase of Life
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Characteristics of a Good Mentor: Seeks Understanding & Your Best Interests
In the Introduction, Scott Santibanez framed a series on mentoring by the below request for advice he had received. Dear Dr. S, I am an incoming medical/public health student. I recently read one of your papers. From your faculty profile, I see you've pursued a career that integrates many of the things that I want to do! I'd love to meet to explore potential opportunities and discuss any career advice you think would be helpful. In today's post, he explores the importance of a mentor being Someone Who is Willing to … [Read more...] about Characteristics of a Good Mentor: Seeks Understanding & Your Best Interests
Characteristics of a Good Mentor: A Doer, Life Experience
Scott Santibanez introduced his series on 5 Characteristics You Probably Didn't Know to Look for in a Mentor with the below request for advice and a consideration of Someone Who Differs From Your Preconceived Notions. Dear Dr. S, I am an incoming medical/public health student. I recently read one of your papers. From your faculty profile, I see you've pursued a career that integrates many of the things that I want to do! I'd love to meet to explore potential opportunities and discuss any career advice you think would … [Read more...] about Characteristics of a Good Mentor: A Doer, Life Experience
5 Characteristics You Probably Didn’t Know to Look for in a Mentor: Introduction
Dear Dr. S, I am an incoming medical/public health student. I recently read one of your papers. From your faculty profile, I see you've pursued a career that integrates many of the things that I want to do! I'd love to meet to explore potential opportunities and discuss any career advice you think would be helpful. … [Read more...] about 5 Characteristics You Probably Didn’t Know to Look for in a Mentor: Introduction