Mentor a Student
TFAS invites you to make a greater impact than ever before by joining our brand-new speed mentoring program: TFAS Mentor Mixers!
>> Registration Deadline: May 23
About the New Program
This fresh format departs from our traditional one-on-one mentoring model to create more authentic, dynamic connections between students and mentors. At each event, students will engage with at least six mentors, while mentors will have the opportunity to impact the lives of 25+ students. These rapid-fire sessions are designed to spark powerful mentorships that can grow beyond the moment.
Mentors will be stationed at one table for the duration of the event, while small groups of 4–5 students rotate to new tables throughout the evening. Each group will join the table for a lively and meaningful 20-minute conversation, giving mentors the opportunity to share their insights and offer mentorship. If volunteers connect with a student and feel that continued mentorship would be mutually beneficial, you’re encouraged to follow up with them after the event!
Event Details
There will be three Mentor Mixers:
- Wednesday, June 11 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM | TFAS Headquarters (Dinner provided)
- Wednesday, June 18 | 8:30 – 10:00 AM | TFAS Headquarters (Breakfast provided)
- Friday, June 20 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | GMU Arlington Campus (Lunch provided)
On the form, you’ll be asked to rank the dates that work best for you. While you’ll only attend one mixer, sharing all the dates you’re available helps us make sure each event is fully staffed with volunteers.
Inspired by the success of speed networking models across universities and organizations nationwide, TFAS is proud to launch this new mentor experience designed to build more meaningful Capital Connections than ever before.
If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to have you join our pool of mentors!
Register by May 23 to secure your spot.
May 23 – Mentor Registration Deadline
May – Receive information about your students attending your Mixer
Mid-June – Mentor Mixers: June 11, 18 or 20
June/July – Follow up with students you connected with at the Mixer!
About the Program + TFAS Students
The TFAS Mentor Mixers are designed to help provide TFAS students with a well-rounded Washington experience. Many of our students want to make connections in the Washington, D.C. area to expand their network.
Students undergo a rigorous application process before being accepted into our Academic Internship Program. Most are upperclassmen and have an average GPA of 3.5. Our students are from campuses across the United States and abroad, ranging from small private colleges to large state universities.
Students attend our Academic Internship Program, which combines online coursework and professional development seminars with internships. Internship areas include:
- Public Policy
- International Affairs
- Lobbying, Business and Government Relations
- Journalism and Communications
- Nonprofit
- Legal
Why Mentor?
Whether you’re a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, you probably remember your college days and the difficult decisions you faced at this critical crossroads of life. No matter the preparation, the transition from college campus to the working world was most likely a stressful one. Now you can positively influence a student and gain personal satisfaction. Mentoring brings these benefits:
- Increase your understanding of your own personal and professional goals.
- Gain personal satisfaction as you help a future leader.
- Develop new skills, such as counseling and strategic thinking.
- Receive invitations to future TFAS networking and volunteer appreciation events throughout the year.