2012-2013 Matched Advising Program for Sophomores: Senior Application

Recognizing that sophomores at Brown lack a structured, peer academic advising option, in the Spring of 2009 the Curricular Resource Center and Dean of the College jointly introduced a new program geared to meet the advising needs of sophomores. The Matched Advising Program for Sophomores (MAPS) pairs second-year students with senior mentors for one-on-one support related to concentration declaration, course of academic study, research opportunities, summer internships, and general counseling. In addition to one-on-one peer advising, MAPS will coordinate four panels throughout the program geared toward sophomores, and organize five focus groups that will provide MAPS mentees with a space to discuss the challenges, opportunities and experiences unique to sophomore year.

Please be aware that, should you be selected as a participant in MAPS, you commit to:

1. Attending the Inaugural Brunch--October 13th

2. Speaking with your mentee on a regular basis

3a. Working with a team of mentors to organize an hour-long panel for mentees

OR

3b. Working with a team of mentors to organize and facilitate an hour-long focus group for mentees

4. Filling out Mid-Semester and End of year evaluation forms

5. Attending the Mid-Year Welcome Back event--February 4th

6. Attending the Send Off Party--April 23rd