Business and Law Peer Mentoring
About our program
Our 5-week peer mentoring program runs every trimester in Weeks 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
- make friends
- set yourself up for success and be inspired!
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 become a mentor.
By joining the program you will:
- guide new students and be a role model
- receive opportunities to attend exclusive events
- gain experience and skills for future employability.
Eligible students will also gain access to a $700 grant as part of the Faculty Volunteer Peer Mentor Support Scheme.
Applications are now closed for T2 2024.
Are you a current and experienced Business or Law student who wants to support new students? We offer training and resources to help you become a mentor.
By joining the program you will:
- guide new students and be a role model
- receive opportunities to attend exclusive events
- gain experience and skills for future employability.
Eligible students will also gain access to a $700 grant as part of the Faculty Volunteer Peer Mentor Support Scheme.
Applications are now closed for T2 2024.
1:1 appointments
If you would like a 1:1 appointment to discuss your studies, you can make a time to chat with a student mentor team leader.
Contact us via phone on +61 3 924 68476 or via email at bl-mentor@deakin.edu.au. Appointments are available via phone, Zoom or MS Teams, or in person.
Trimester 2 drop-in sessions
Our drop-in sessions are open to all Business and Law students at any stage of your university journey – come along and you could win a cafe voucher!
It's an opportunity to connect with our student mentor team leaders (and our academics who may join us), have your questions answered or simply have a chat. Feel free to attend even if you haven’t joined our 5-week program.
Burwood Building LC Level 1, next to Little Bang Cafe
Geelong Waterfront Building D, the Waterfront Pantry Cafe
| Week | Date | Time | Campus |
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| 1 | Tuesday 9 July | 10:30–11:30am | Burwood and Waterfront |
| 2 | Thursday 18 July | 10:30–11:30am | Burwood and Waterfront |
| 3 | Wednesday 24 July | 10:30–11:30am | Burwood and Waterfront |
| 4 | Tuesday 30 July | 10:30–11:30am | Burwood and Waterfront |
| 4 | Wednesday 31 July | 10:30–11:30am | Burwood and Waterfront |
| 5 | Tuesday 6 August | 10:30–11:30am | Burwood and Waterfront |
Trimester 2 lunches
Register now for our on-campus T2 lunch series, come along to enjoy food and socialise.
Burwood Building LC Level 5 Winter Garden
Geelong Waterfront Building D Level 2 Public space next to Student Central
All Business and Law students welcomed.
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Wednesday 10 July 12-1pm
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Tuesday 16 July 12-1pm
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Thursday 25 July 12-1pm
Study Success sessions
Join our online 30-45 minute workshops aimed at helping you succeed in your studies and beyond.
If you are a commencing Business and Law student in T2 2024, you will automatically receive details about these sessions via our weekly email. If you are not a commencing Business or Law student in T2 but would like to join, please request the Zoom details by emailing bl-mentor@deakin.edu.au.
| Week | Date | Time | Topic |
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| 1 | Tuesday 9 July | 2pm | Creating Your Timetable/STAR |
| 1 | Thursday 11 July | 11am | Effective Note Taking |
| 2 | Wednesday 17 July | 11am | WIL and Study Tours |
| 2 | Friday 19 July | 11am | Choose Your Major |
| 3 | Monday 22 July | 11am | The Successful Mind in Study, Work and Life: Growth Mindset |
| 4 | Friday 2 August | 11am | Build Your Brand |
| 8 | TBC | TBC | General Exam Tips |
| 8 | TBC | TBC | Law Exam Preparation Session |
The Successful Mind in Study, Work and Life sessions
The Successful Mind in Study, Work and Life is a guide developed by Prof Michael Bernard for students to achieve success by understanding how their mind works. We will present the first element to the guide. All students who attend the session will gain access to the online guide so they may view further elements in their own time.
Students from all faculties are welcome to attend any of our study sessions but you will need to contact us at bl-mentor@deakin.edu.au if you are not a Business or Law student commencing in T2 so you can request the Zoom details.
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.
