CEHD Staff Community of Practice: Mentoring and Progressing Scholarship
The CEHD Staff CoP MAPS program has been running since 2021. The 2026–2027 cohort begins October 1, 2026.
Enrollment Period: September 1, 2026 – September 18, 2026
If you have questions or want to speak to someone, email us at our shared mailbox cehdcopmaps@tamu.edu.
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Our Role in the College
To provide formal one-on-one mentoring to foster a culture of development and learning for staff in the College of Education and Human Development. This program aims to promote a shared responsibility amongst the participants, mentor and mentee.
Mentoring Program Overview
The first phase of the CEHD Staff CoP MAPS program started on September 1, 2021, and has continued each year since. The 2026–2027 cohort is scheduled to begin October 1, 2026.
The CEHD Staff CoP MAPS program connects professional staff with mentors for career-focused conversations, professional growth, and support.
Eligibility
Both mentees and mentors must be professional staff of the College of Education and Human Development.
Enrollment Period
Interest forms will be accepted from September 1, 2026 – September 18, 2026.
How the Program Works
Matching Process
- Matching mentees with mentors is based on the needs of the mentee and the potential areas of expertise of the mentor.
- Mentees receive a list of mentor suggestions and make the initial contact with their potential mentor.
Additional support is provided by the CEHD MAPS Program Administration Team as needed for both mentors and mentees.
Program Expectations
- Meet regularly with your mentor or mentee, with once per month at minimum.
- Maintain frequent communication.
- Establish short- and long-term goals, along with a timeline that can be adjusted as needed.
Program Support
The CEHD MAPS Program provides support to both mentors and mentees by:
- Facilitating the mentor/mentee matching process.
- Providing self-directed trainings for cultivating the mentoring relationship.
- Providing resources to help structure the mentoring relationship.
- Providing mentor resources for meetings such as lunch, coffee, etc.
- Offering program support as needed.
Roles & Benefits
For Mentors
Role of Mentors
Mentors share their professional and organizational knowledge, experience, and contacts while serving as a sounding board and guide for career-focused conversations.
Mentor Benefits
- Reinforcement of industry knowledge and skills.
- Enhancement of leadership and feedback-giving skills.
- Strengthened professional network.
- Satisfaction from supporting a mentee’s growth, development, and success.
- Opportunity to facilitate a positive collegiate working culture.
For Mentees
Role of Mentees
Mentees share their professional skills, career goals, network goals, and individual development plans to help guide conversations and learning.
Mentee Benefits
- Opportunity to learn from an experienced field professional.
- Honest feedback on strengths and growth areas without fear of performance review repercussions.
- Accountability and guidance for setting and reaching professional goals.
- Strengthened professional network.
Program Administrative Team
Resources
Training Resources
View the LinkedIn Learning courses recommended for mentors, mentees and project team members.
Program Milestones
| Milestones | Recommended Objectives for Each Meeting | By | Accompanying Trainings or Resources *all independent self-directed trainings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attend Lunch & Learn |
|
September 10 | |
| Interest Form Due |
|
September 18 | |
| Matching List Sent Out |
|
October 1 | Link will be provided for a “reaching out” email template. |
| 1st Meeting (Establishing the Relationship) |
|
November 1 |
Mentors: Being a Good Mentor Mentees: Being a Good Mentee |
| 2nd Meeting (Goal Setting/Career Planning) |
|
December |
Mentors: Being a Good Mentor Mentees: How to Develop a Career Plan (Retired) Mentees: You Need a Career Development Plan (Replacement) |
| 3rd Meeting (Giving and Receiving Feedback) |
|
January/February | |
| 4th Meeting |
|
March | |
| Survey and Interview |
|
April | |
| 5th - 8th Meetings |
|
May-August | |
| Survey and Interview |
|
August |