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RAMS Mentor Program 

Purpose

The RAMS Program was developed to equip first-generation students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in higher education. Students will be connected with peer mentors, faculty and staff, organizations, events and programs that will enrich their college experience.

Goals

  • Provide valuable skill sets necessary for a successful transition into college.
  • Connect participants with first-generation role models and mentors that will encourage and support their higher education goals.
  • Increase participants’ cultural awareness through campus and community activities.

Participants

Mentees

  • First-generation students (neither parent graduated from a two- or four-year college or university)
  • First-semester freshmen
  • Enrolled full-time at ASU
  • Committed to ASU for the full duration of the program

Mentors

  • First-generation students
  • Have attended ASU for a minimum of two long semesters
  • Enrolled full-time at ASU
  • Committed to ASU for the full duration of the program

Student Benefits

Students receive personalized attention from a program coordinator who will help monitor both their social and academic progress. Participants also have access to cultural activities, community events, and campus organizations and services that will serve as a support system throughout their time at ASU. Upon successful completion of the program, students will have the opportunity to apply for scholarships to be awarded to an outstanding mentee and an outstanding mentor. Mentees will also have the opportunity to become mentors to future students.

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Book Scholarship Application

There are 5 book scholarships available for the amount of $250. In order to be considered for one of the awards, you must complete the following application, as well as meet the following criteria:

  • First Generation Student
  • Member of the FG RAMS Mentor program
  • Embody the mission of the FG RAMS mentor program (to build relationships that support academic and social growth of ASU students)
  • Minimum GPA of 2.25 for Spring 2012 Semester
  • Enrolled in classes at ASU for Fall 2012 Semester

Deadline for Application Submission is Friday, May 11, 2012.

Complete the Application

Scholarships will be awarded after final grades have been posted for the Spring 2012 semester.

 MENTOR APPLICATION

Do you already know that you want to be a mentor next Fall?

Online application

Once you’ve submitted your application, you will receive regular program updates from the Multicultural Center.

 FG RAMS Links

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