Mentoring

College of Sciences Alumni

The College of Sciences Mentoring grants the opportunity to share professional and personal experiences with current UCF undergraduate and graduate students.

By becoming a mentor, you can ignite the spark of success for future AlumKnights! By pairing with alumni mentors, students receive invaluable guidance and career advice, empowering them to build professional networks and achieve their dreams.

Benefits of Mentoring:

  • Strengthening your leadership skills by enhancing active listening, communication, and personal reflection on professional growth by sharing your journey.
  • Boost your confidence by serving as a role model and inspire students that may see themselves following a similar path to yours.
  • Investing in future Knights and building the College of Sciences alumni community by engaging in meaningful conversations and connections with current students.
Click here to sign up: UCF Knights Network

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. Who can become a Mentor?
    1. Any UCF College of Sciences alum who is inspired to give back of their time to current students.
  2. What is the time commitment?
    1. The official College of Sciences Mentorship Program typically runs from the Fall semester through the Spring semester. Beyond that, additional mentor matches may be made based on availability and student interest.
  3. Do I need to live in Central Florida to participate?
    1. No, the program welcomes all alumni from all over. Mentoring can take place virtually to make it easier for connecting.
  4. What if I’ve never mentored before?
    1. While no prior experience is needed, there are resources available for support and guidance.
  5. How do I sign up to become a volunteer mentor?
    1. Start by registering through UCF Knights Network, click here to sign up.
      1. UCF Knights Network

Fall 2025 Mentoring Program Schedule

  • Application Opens – August 2025
  • Matches paired – September 2025
  • In-person kick off networking mixer – September 2025

For more information or questions please contact Tracey Olaez, Asst. Director Alumni Engagement, College of Sciences at tracey.olaez@ucf.edu.

*Note: dates and times are subject to change. Please check back soon for updates.