Business and Law Peer Mentoring
About our program
Our 5-week peer mentoring program runs every trimester from Week 1–5, and is open to all business and law students.
We offer a blend of campus and online mentoring so that you can take part no matter where you are located. Joining the program is an excellent way to get started.
Get a mentor
Our student mentors care, and are invested in your success. By joining the program you will:
- meet with your mentor(s) and a small group of new students weekly
- gain study support
- be able to make friends
- set yourself up for success
- be inspired!
Applications for Trimester 2 2023 have closed.
Please contact bl-mentor@deakin.edu.au for further support.
Be a mentor
Are you a current and experienced business or law student who wants to support new students? We offer training and resources to help you support our new students.
By joining the program you will:
- guide new students and are role models
- receive opportunities to attend exclusive events
- gain experience and skills for future employability.
Are you a current and experienced business or law student who wants to support new students? We offer training and resources to help you support our new students.
By joining the program you will:
- guide new students and are role models
- receive opportunities to attend exclusive events
- gain experience and skills for future employability.
Drop-in spaces
As a business or law student, you're welcome to drop in at any stage of your uni journey. We have drop-in spaces on campus at Burwood and Geelong Waterfront, and online via Zoom.
| Day | Time | Campus | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 6.30–7pm | Online | Online via Zoom - contact us for a link |
| Tuesday | 1.30–2.30pm | Burwood Waterfront | Burwood Building LC - by Little Bang Café Geelong Waterfront Library |
| Wednesday | 6.30–7pm | Online | Online via Zoom - contact us for a link |
| Thursday | 11am–12pm | Burwood | Building LC - by Little Bang Cafe |
| Friday | 12.30–1pm | Online | Online via Zoom - contact us for a link |
Online workshops via Zoom
| Day/Date | Time | Topic | Registration link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 12 July | 2–2.30pm | Choose Your Major | |
| Tuesday 18 July | 11–11.30am | Effective Study Notes and Assignment Tips | |
| Monday 28 August | 3.30–4pm | Build Your Brand: LinkedIn and Resume Tips | |
| Tuesday 5 September | 2–2.30pm | General Exam Tips | |
| TBA | TBA | Law Exam Tips | TBA |
Online Successful Mind in Study, Work and Life sessions
The Successful Mind in Study, Work and Life is a guide developed by Professor Michael E Bernard for students to achieve success by understanding how their mind works.
Students from ALL faculties are welcome to attend and should register to obtain the Zoom link and access to the online guide.
| Day/Date | Time | Topic | Registration link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 24 July | 1.30–2pm | Successful Minds: Growth Mindset | |
| Friday 4 August | 10.30–11am | Successful Minds: Resilience | https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/660881914597 |
| Monday 7 August | 1.30–2pm | Successful Minds: Self-Acceptance | https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/664396807737 |
| Friday 15 September | 10.30–11am | Successful Minds: GRIT | https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/664404942067 |
Further opportunities
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Discover all available mentoring programs at Deakin.
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A series of virtual workshops to equip you with the essential skills you’ll need to succeed.
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Check out the great variety of DUSA clubs on offer to students.
