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Mentoring Assistance Program
Objectives
 To support and increase minority student retention through meaningful mentoring relationships with university professionals, and a nurturing environment that allows for futher career exploration, and financial gain.
This is achieved by offering students :
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The oppurtunity to work along side, and learn from seasoned professionals in their field of expertise.
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Oppurtunity to acquire networking skills through interaction with coleagues fo their mentor, in their department.
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Empowerment and confidence building through a ongoing celebration of diversity and cultural awareness.
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Guidance for academic & professional success worshops ( the GAPS initiative ) throughout the academic year.
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A sense of pride and solidarity though recognition ceremonies, mentor/scholar social gatherings, and posted achievements of our MAPS students in our weekly scholars newsletter and "Wall of Fame" found in the Office of Diversity & Affirmative Action Floor.
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