Gustavus Mentoring Program

The Mentoring Program connects students on campus with members of the Gustavus alumni community. The Gusties Connect, powered by PeopleGrove, platform allows mentees to be matched with mentors and to connect/network with other alumni that are a part of the community.

To join the Gustavus Mentoring Community as either a mentor or mentee, register today! Registration for the 2025-2026 formal mentoring program will open August 1st, 2025, but remains open throughout the year.

All current students and alumni are encouraged to experience the mentorship program!

Mentoring pairs work together to:

  • Assist in preparing students for the transition to professional life upon graduation
  • Realization that many career paths are non-linear and encourage students to keep an open mind and explore varied possibilities
  • Accept coaching to enhance and develop interpersonal, professional, and leadership skills
  • Assist in building a professional network

The program runs October – April. Mentoring pairs are expected to make contact at least once per month. Conversation starters will be provided to offer guidance on discussion topics.

Current Mentees and Mentors will be automatically re-enrolled each year.


Registration

Register Now!
October 10, 2025 – Registration Deadline
October 13-16, 2025 – Matching

New Mentee Registration Pathway

New Mentor Registration Pathway


“There is no better way to be excited about the future than to see it in action. My opportunities to watch young Gusties in action have been invigorating, humbling, and joyful. I can’t recommend it highly enough as a way to reconnect with campus.” Marshall Lichty ’99, Mentor


Student Leadership Team

This team works in conjunction with the Center for Career Development, throughout the year to ensure the program’s continued success.

2025-2026 Student Leadership Team:
President – Cullen Arneson ’27 – Sport Management, Communication Studies

VP Lead Recruitment – Micah Lesch ’26 – Economics

VP Recruitment – Dar Evan ’28 – Computer Science

VP Marketing – Maddie Hoffman ’27 – Psychology

VP Marketing – Truman Ahrens ’27 – Business/Communication Studies

VP Event Planning – Ava Dobratz ’27 – Education

VP Event Planning – Dasha Shyroka ’27 – Chemistry/Nursing 


Mentoring Leadership Team Job Descriptions


Upcoming Events for 2025-2026

October 4th, 2025 – Homecoming Event
October 20th and 22nd, 2025 – Mentor Orientation – Online
October 27th and 29th, 2025 – Mentee Orientation – Center for Career Development
November 6th, 2025 – Kickoff Banquet – Alumni Hall
January 29th, 2026 – Networking Event – Can Can Wonderland, St. Paul, MN
March 25, 2026 – Closing Event – Target Center – Timberwolves, Minneapolis, MN


Resources


Career Conversation Examples



Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin


For more information regarding the Gustavus Mentoring Program contact Julie Rudolf – Gustavus Center for Career Development at 507-933-7575 or career@gustavus.edu.

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Contact & Location

Phone
507-933-7575
Address

Johnson Student Union 209
800 West College Avenue
Saint Peter, MN 56082

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm