Jump Start Mentee Application 2026-2027 Survey

Jump Start is a peer mentoring program created to assist first-year students in their transition to Northwest Missouri State University. Students with similar backgrounds, interests, and perspectives are paired with upper-class student mentors who help them thrive academically, socially, and personally as they navigate the college experience.

Jump Start mentees, or participants, will engage in a Pre-Advantage Week experience that fosters community among a small cohort of students while introducing them to university faculty and staff. Through this experience, students will discover opportunities for involvement, gain awareness of university resources, and receive guidance on wellness and academic success.

Interested in participating in Jump Start? Complete the application below.

For more information, please contact Latonya Davis Harrison, Coordinator of the Center for Engagement and Community Connections at ldavis@nwmissouri.edu or call at 660-562-1584.

1.First Name:(Required.)

2.Last Name:(Required.)

3.Preferred Name:(Required.)

4.Gender:(Required.)

5.Preferred Pronouns:(Required.)

6.Race/Ethnicity Identity:(Required.)

7.Cell Phone:(Required.)

8.Northwest E-mail:(Required.)

9.Campus Address:(Required.)

10.Home Address:(Required.)

11.Northwest ID (919#):(Required.)

12.T-Shirt Size:(Required.)

13.Major/Minor:(Required.)

14.What do you wish to learn from your Peer Mentor?(Required.)

15.Please list your hobbies/interests (e.g., hiking, video games, reading, etc.).(Required.)

16.Please list any programs or student organizations you wish to learn more about.