Hello LISSA Mentors and Mentees,
Access our end of semester survey HERE.
Submit your survey by 6/17 for a chance to win a $15 Starbucks eGift.
Discussions
Group Discussion 6
Mentors: Many library jobs involve a lot of direct contact with patrons. Do you have any tips for serving clients and the general public?
Students: What skills do you have that [will] make you a fantastic employee and co-worker?
Scroll down and click the green comment button under this post to leave your reply and see what your fellow participants have said. Also, check out what people are saying on https://www.facebook.com/lissamentors.
Group Discussion 5
Mentors: How can LIS students set themselves apart from the pack when applying for entry-level positions?
Students: What qualities do you feel set you apart from other job applicants?
Scroll down and click the green comment button under this post to leave your reply and see what your fellow participants have said. Also, check out what people are saying on https://www.facebook.com/lissamentors.
Group Discussion 4
Mentors: What are some of the benefits of being involved in professional organizations? Tell us about the most interesting thing you’ve learned or experience you’ve had at a conference or other organization meeting.
Mentees: Pretend you’re the president or leader of a professional organization. What initiatives would you take to improve the profession of Library and Information Science?
Scroll down and click the green comment button under this post to leave your reply and see what your fellow participants have said. Also, check out what people are saying on https://www.facebook.com/lissamentors.
Group Discussion 3
Mentors: How can LIS students ensure that their academic skills translate into real-world success? What are some transferable skills that LIS students can practice in the physical and online classroom?
Students: In your opinion, what is the most challenging thing about online and distance learning courses? What strategies could help you overcome this challenge?
Scroll down and click the green comment button under this post to leave your reply and see what your fellow participants have said. Also, check out what people are saying on https://www.facebook.com/lissamentors.
Group Discussion 2
Mentors: How does leadership affect your job? Have you displayed leadership in your position? Do you work under an effective leader? Do you see a need for a leader in your workplace?
Students: Have you encountered a leader or role model in your life? What was it that made that person such a good leader?
Scroll down and click the green comment button under this post to leave your reply and see what your fellow participants have said. Also, check out what people are saying on https://www.facebook.com/lissamentors.
Group Discussion 1 (Spring 2016)
Take a look at the definition of mentoring here: http://www.interpretereducation.org/aspiring-interpreter/mentorship/what-is-mentoring/
Mentors: What skills do you possess that will help you guide your new mentee?
Students: Mentoring is not a passive process for the mentee–you should feel free to share your experiences and expertise with your mentor. Tell us about a unique quality, life experience, or skill that you possess that you could share with your mentor.
Everyone: Who is your favorite mentor/mentee pairing from pop culture or history? (Examples: Socrates and Plato, Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi, Harry Potter and Dumbledore, Barbara Walters and Oprah Winfrey.)
Scroll down and click the green comment button under this post to leave your reply and see what your fellow participants have said. Also, check out what people are saying on https://www.facebook.com/lissamentors.
Welcome Spring 2016 Participants!
No discussions have been posted yet.
Feel free to browse the previous years’ discussion questions below and visit www.facebook.com/lissamentors.
Survey and Last Question
Hello LISSA Mentors and Mentees,
Access our end of semester survey HERE.
Submit your survey by 12/31 for a chance to win a $15 Starbucks eGift.
Mentors: In what ways have you seen your mentee grow this semester?
Students: What was the most important thing you learned from your mentor this semester?
Scroll down and click the green comment button under this post to leave your reply and see what your fellow participants have said. Also, check out what people are saying on https://www.facebook.com/lissamentors.
Let’s talk about…Balance
Hello LISSA Mentors and Mentees,
Catch us up on how you’ve been doing!
Mentors: How do you balance the stress of work duties with the obligations in your personal life?
Students: How are you preparing for the end of the semester? Did the Mentee Checklist help you identify any areas to focus on?
Scroll down and click the green comment button under this post to leave your reply and see what your fellow participants have said. Also, check out what people are saying on https://www.facebook.com/lissamentors.
lissamentors 