Peer Mentors

Welcome Peer Mentors of High Point University

All incoming students at High Point University will be assigned a Peer Mentor.

Each first-year student will be assigned to a Peer Mentor group prior to arriving in August. Groups are led by a Peer Mentor, which is an upperclassman dedicated to best supporting the transition to life at HPU. Peer Mentors will guide new students throughout Welcome Week and beyond, and will provide a friendly presence on campus and in addition to serving as a helpful resource for first-year students. Peer Mentors will begin reaching out to incoming first-year students in mid-July, via email and phone, on a rolling basis. Make sure to check your email!
If you have any questions about the Peer Mentor program, please feel free to contact Connor Harris at 336-841-9231. You can also send an email to [email protected].

Who Are Peer Mentors?

Undergraduate Students

Peer Mentors are undergraduate students (sophomores, juniors, and seniors) who apply in the spring to be accepted into the program. These students offer advice, respond to questions, and provide information about campus life and resources to their mentees.

A Guide For You

Peer Mentors coordinate small groups, usually around 10-15 incoming first-year students. Peer Mentors also guide new students through Welcome Week, filled with activities to get acclimated to campus and learn about HPU.

A Friend

Mentorship provides a great opportunity for students to get to know one another before coming to HPU, make friends with one another, and make the transition more smooth.

Your Point Of Contact

Peer Mentors are expected to maintain contact with their mentees through the first six weeks of the semester. For many mentors, their connection with their mentees extends beyond the fall semester and they remain friends and resources throughout their time at HPU.