
Overview and Expectations:
UConn Connects is a 3 credit, 120 hour internship. This can represent a significant time commitment over the course of the semester. Your involvement with the UConn Connects program as an undergraduate facilitator is three-fold:
1) Class - There are two weekly class sessions. [1] Lecture meets every Wednesday [2] Master coaching sessions (similar to discussion sections) meet weekly.
2) Training - Undergraduate mentors must attend a MANDATORY pre-semester training. Usually occurs prior to the start of the semester.
3) Caseload - Each peer mentor will meet weekly with 5-6 students enrolled in the UConn Connects program.
Course Information:
UConn Connects - Helping Students in Higher Education
Participant Meeting: Scheduled during the semester around your class schedule.
Application Process:
1) Complete the application below. Begin by selecting the campus you are applying to. You will then need to provide your contact information, answer a series of short questions, and upload your resume.
2) After your application is submitted, you will be invited to participate in a group interview.
3) After interviews are complete, accepted candidates will be emailed with class permission numbers and more information.
Storrs Mentor Application
Lecture will be on Wednesdays 1:25 p.m.-3:25 p.m.
Possible Discussion Times (Master Coaching): Mondays 1:00 pm-2:15 pm, 1:30 pm-2:45 pm, 2:00 pm-3:15 pm or 2:30 pm-3:45 pm
Your discussion section will be sent to you after you register for the course
If you have questions, contact us by phone at 860-486-4889 or come by the AAC, located in Rowe 217
Hartford Mentor Application
Lecture will be on Wednesdays from to 1:25pm-3:00pm
Discussion Time (Master Coaching): Fridays at 11:15am-12:30pm
Please note, the exact discussion time is subject to change
If you have questions, contact us by phone at 959-200-3747 or come by the AAC in HTB 202.