Lancer Connect Peer Mentoring Program
Empowering First-Generation Students for Their Purpose in Christ-Centered Community
About the Lancer Connect Peer Mentoring Program
The Lancer Connect Peer Mentoring Program, supported by the HSI Grant Programs, is designed to support first-generation commuter students, particularly those in the pre-nursing major. This program connects students with mentors who provide peer-to-peer support for both academic success and personal growth. Whether you’re a mentee seeking guidance or a mentor eager to share your experience, Lancer Connect will connect you with others who understand the journey and are committed to your success.
Our program helps students develop in their academic pursuits, personal growth, and spiritual walk, empowering them to serve, succeed, and live out their unique calling in Christ.
Join us in this journey of growth, empowerment, and Christ-like service as we equip you for a life of purpose and impact.
How to Get Involved
Are you a first-generation commuter student with a GPA of 3.0 or above, studying in majors like Nursing, Health Science, Sociology, or Psychology? You’re invited to make an impact by becoming a mentor. As a mentor, you’ll guide and encourage another student, offering insight into university life and the unique challenges of being a first-generation college student.
If you are a first-generation pre-nursing student, first-generation commuter student, you are encouraged to apply for mentorship. As a mentee, you will receive the support you need in your academic journey, personal development, and spiritual growth as you connect with a mentor who will guide you every step of the way.
Workshops, Mixers, and Upcoming Events
Lancer Connect offers enriching workshops, mixers, and faith-based events that support your growth as a student and as a follower of Christ. These opportunities help you build relationships, grow spiritually, and thrive in your academic pursuits.
Past Events (Spring 2025)
- Mentor Training: Preparing mentors to guide their peers effectively.
- Mixer Event: A joyful occasion for mentors and mentees to meet and build connections.
- Workshops: Four meaningful sessions designed around CBU’s Core Four values: Academically Prepared, Equipped to Serve, Globally Minded, and Biblically Rooted, focused on academic success, personal growth, and spiritual development.
Upcoming Events
- Award Ceremony for Mentors (April 17, 2025): Join us in celebrating the dedication and impact of our mentors.
Looking Ahead to Fall 2025
- Informational Sessions: Separate sessions for mentors and mentees to learn about the program and its expectations.
- Mentor Training: Equipping mentors to serve and guide their mentees effectively.
- Workshops: Four new workshops designed to foster academic, personal, and spiritual development.
- Mixer: A social event for mentors and mentees to deepen connections.
- Award Ceremony for Mentors: A celebration of mentor achievements at the end of the semester.
Note: Fall 2025 semester dates will be announced soon.
Communication and Support
Clear and open communication is key to a successful mentoring relationship. As a mentor or mentee, you will receive guidance on how to stay connected with the program coordinators and each other throughout the semester.
For questions or assistance, please contact the respective HSI Grant Coordinators:
Mentors:
Heidi Rodriguez
951-552-8572
herodriguez@calbaptist.edu
Mentees:
Michelle Perez
951-552-8685
micperez@calbaptist.edu
May God bless you as you embrace the opportunity to grow, serve, and live out your purpose in Christ-centered community.