The College of Social Work’s Student-Alumni Mentorship Experience (SAME) provides current CSW students of all levels (Undergraduate, Masters and PhD) as well as CSW Alumni with the unique opportunity to connect with a CSW Alumni who shares similar academic/professional interests to build their professional network. This is an opportunity for social workers to meet other social workers who work within their desired interest to learn more about being a social worker in that interest. The meaningful relationships created in this program will help prepare students for a successful future and leave a lasting impact on the Ohio State and social work communities. The student application for being a Mentee and the alumni application for being a mentor is open year round.
Who can be apart of SAME?
- A CSW Student who is graduating and interested in learning about a specific interest of social work.
- A CSW Alumni who is looking for a potential interest change.
- A CSW Student who is looking for ideas for field placements.
Facts About The Program
The program is designed to be a one-off meeting between mentor and mentee; however, the pair are more than welcome to continue connecting after the original meeting. Mentees can request an unlimited number of meetings/applications, the program is designed to explore the fields of social work through CSW Alumni lived experience.
Becoming an Alumni Mentor
As a SAME Mentor, you will give back to the Ohio State and social work communities in a meaningful way by encouraging the retention of social workers in the workforce. Mentors will form a professional relationship with current social work students and alumni by sharing their experiences and insights and offering guidance to their mentees.
Additionally, you can earn a certificate of completion from the College of Social Work to add to your own professional portfolio. The alumni application for being a mentor is open year round.
Questions
For more information, contact cswcareers@osu.edu.
