Mentorship Program
NERCOMP Mentorship Program Overview
The NERCOMP Mentorship Program, launched following a member survey in winter 2021/2022, aligns with our mission by providing a platform for ongoing learning and professional growth. Since the fall of 2023, we have had 225+ individuals representing 87 institutions participate!
Winter/Spring 2026 Application Deadlines
Wednesday, January 21, 2026: Introduction to the NERCOMP Mentorship Program-Webinar
Friday, January 30, 2026: Mentor and Small Group Facilitator Applications Due
Wednesday, February 4, 2026: Mentee Applications Due
Tuesday/Wednesday, February 10th and 11th: Mentorship Assignments Go Out
Thursday, February 12th: Mentor/Facilitator Training and Mentee Orientation
11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Mentor Training
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Small Group Facilitator Training
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mentee Orientation
Applications:
One-to-One Mentor
One-to-One Mentee
Small Group Mentor/Facilitator
Small Group Mentee
**Please note that participants may go through the program as often as they would like, either as a mentor, small group facilitator, or mentee. We also encourage those who have gone through the program as a mentee to become a mentor or small group facilitator.
Register for the Introduction to the NERCOMP Mentorship Program Webinar taking place on January 21, 2026
FAQ document for the Mentorship Program.
The Program Aims To:
- Foster professional growth and learning opportunities.
- Create a supportive environment for insights, skills enhancement, and connections.
- Empower mentees to excel in their roles and advance educational technology.
- Provide networking, resources, and collaboration opportunities.
- Leverage community expertise to drive innovation across the NERCOMP region
Unique Features
- Offers both one-to-one and small-group mentorship options.
- Emphasizes region-specific relevance.
- Integrates principles of emotional intelligence (EQ).
- Provides opportunities for reverse mentoring.
- Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging components
- Work/Life Harmony information available
Join us in enhancing your career and contributing to a dynamic community of IT professionals.
New for 2025-2026 (based on participant feedback):
- Career Planning resources
Time commitment/Expectations:
- Varies from 1-3 hours per month
- Meeting at least one time per month
- The length of the relationship is at least 3 months, but can continue for longer based on mentee's needs and schedule
Quotes from previous participants
"This has been one of the best experiences for me. Whoever paired us together did a fantastic job. When I applied for this program, I knew I would be happy to be a mentor or a mentee. I was correct. I have learned so much from my mentee. We are closer to peers than mentors/mentees. Thank you for this opportunity!! We both agree that the stars aligned. - "-Barb Haines, Associate Dean of Technology, Teaching and Learning, University of Hartford
"The most meaningful takeaways for me center on the relationships I have built and the shared growth that came from them. One of the most rewarding aspects of the program has been forming lasting connections that extended well beyond the program's official conclusion. These relationships did not end when the program did; instead, they evolved into ongoing professional partnerships and trusted networks built on mutual respect and open dialogue."
--Kevin Kane, Director of Enterprise Systems, Wesleyan University
Winter/Spring 2026 Training & Orientation Information
Thursday, February 12, 2026
11:00 a.m. One-to-One Mentor Training
11:30 a.m. Small Group Mentor Training
1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Mentee Orientation
Detailed Information and Applications
One-to-One Mentorship (Mentor Information)
One-to-One Mentor Application (due Friday, January 30, 2026)
One-to-One Mentorship (Mentee Information)
One-to-One Mentee Application (due Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Small-group Mentorship (Mentor/Faciliator Information)
Small Group Facilitator Application (due Friday, January 30, 2026)
Small-Group Mentorship (Mentee/Participant Information)
Small Group Mentee Application (due by Wednesday, February 4, 2026)
Professional Development Sessions
*Optional, but encouraged professional development sessions to discuss with your mentors, small group facilitators, and/or mentees:
The EQ Effect: Why Emotional Intelligence Matters-Webinar, Thursday, February 26, 2026, 1:0 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
NERCOMP 2026 Annual Conference, Monday, March 9, 2026-Wednesday, March 11, 2026 (Mentorship Alumni Networking Session, Tuesday, March 10th from 3:00 pm-3:45 pm)
Embracing Change: Navigating Career Growth in the Age of IT - Webinar, Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Resilience in the Workplace- Webinar, Wednesday, April 15, 2026
From Ideas to Impact: Leveraging Generative AI in Talent Development Projects - Webinar, Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Fostering Belonging in the Workplace- Webinar, Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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