MDC Undergraduate Mentorship

Multicultural and Diversity Committee
Undergraduate Mentorship Program

What is the Multicultural and Diversity Committee?

The Multicultural and Diversity Committee aims to make a positive difference in the education of all students within the Department of Psychology at Kent State University through promoting an atmosphere of multicultural acceptance, competence, and diversity.

Description:

The Multicultural and Diversity Committee Undergraduate Mentorship Program is a program that matches undergraduate psychology majors who identify as a member of a marginalized group (e.g., 1st generation college student, marginalized racial or ethnic identity, LGBT+, disabled, etc.) with a graduate student member of the Multicultural and Diversity Committee.  The graduate student member of the Multicultural and Diversity Committee provides the undergraduate psychology major with guidance and support during their time at Kent State University.

Goals:

The Multicultural and Diversity Committee Undergraduate Mentorship Program aims to support the progress of promising undergraduate psychology majors who are from marginalized groups throughout their undergraduate degree at Kent State University. The goal of the program is to promote diversity and representation in Psychology by providing undergraduate students with a social and academic support system to aid in their professional and academic development.

Who would benefit from this Program?

This program is most beneficial to Kent State University undergraduate psychology students with a desire to attend a graduate program after they have earned an undergraduate degree.

How will you benefit?

You will regularly (monthly) meet with a graduate student member from the Multicultural and Diversity Committee to receive support on an individual level. While it is not always possible, we try to pair you with a graduate student from a similar background as yourself. Within the context of these monthly meetings, you have an outlet to discuss your career and academics (e.g., the GRE, research experience, clinical experience, the application process, life as a graduate student) with someone who has already been through the process and has some insight into how to get into graduate school. Additionally, you will meet other undergraduate students who may come from a similar background as yourself and who have similar future goals. The bonds you form with these individuals can help build your support system and make your undergraduate career more fulfilling.

How can I apply?

Please complete an application and send to Karen Wetzel at kwetzel9@kent.edu.