WE FAQ banner

WE* Mentorship Program Details

Basic Information

Our mission is to empower Female -Identifying University of Minnesota students interested in entrepreneurship by providing them with mentorship and guidance, enabling them to develop skills, confidence, and network necessary to succeed in their entrepreneurial endeavors. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive community that celebrates diversity and promotes innovation.

Students

  • Women Identifying UMN Students (Undergrad, Graduate, MBA, etc.)
  • Strong Interest in Entrepreneurship
  • Student Founders
  • Related student groups: (WIB, Entre Club, Atland Ventures, etc.)
  • Undergrad Courses to Target: Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Carlson Based

 

Mentors

  • Founders in the Twin Cities
  • Entrepreneurs looking to form connections with undergraduate students
  • Any Industry
  • Female-Identifying experiences are highlighted

  • Mentor Applications Open: Jan. 13th - Feb. 9th

  • Student Applications Open: Jan. 13th - Feb. 9th

  • WE* Disrupt: Feb. 6th

  • Applicants Notified of Acceptance: Feb. 14th

  • Onboarding Call for Mentees: Feb. 14th (Virtual)

  • Placements/Matches: Feb. 17th 

  • Kickoff Event: Feb. 25th 

  • Mentorship Start Date: March 17th

  • End Date: May 5th 

Program Kick Off Event

  • Meet your Mentor/Mentee in person on the University of Minnesota Campus! Plus get a chance to network with the other accepted participants of this highly competitive program. 

Session 1

  • This is your first one - on - one opportunity to get to know each other. Schedule a date that works for you (in person or virtual).

Session 2

  • Utilize this meeting to start diving deeper and explore ways to expand your network. Schedule on a date that works for you. 

Session 3

  • Scheduled individually. 

Optional: Stay in touch!

FAQ

Any University of Minnesota students, including undergraduates, graduates, and MBA students. Priority focus on female- identifying undergraduates.

  • The program runs from  March 17th - May 5th 
  • Mentors are expected to meet their mentees two times during this period, either virtually or in person.

Mentees are selected through a rigorous application process, and thy are paired with mentors based on their interests, goals, and background.

Mentors will provide guidance, support, and expertise to help mentees develop their entrepreneurial skills, clarify their goals, and build a roadmap for success.

Yes, the program includes at least two one - on - one sessions and one social/speaker event, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities.

Meetings can be either virtual or in person, depending on the preferences and convenience of the mentor - mentee pairs.

  • Mentor Applications Open: Jan 13th - Feb 9th

  • Student Applications Open: Jan 13th - Feb 9th

  • WE* Disrupt: Feb. 6th

  • Applicants Notified of Acceptance: Feb. 14th

  • Onboarding Call for Mentees: Feb. 14th (Virtual)

  • Placements: Feb. 17th 

  • Kickoff Event: Feb 25th

  • Start Mentorship: March 17th

  • End Date: May 5th 

The program is free for participants. There are no fees associated with mentorship or participation in events.

You can reach out to the program organizers for more information by [email protected].