Historically, the mentor-protégé relationship has been more of an informal relationship. Mentoring evolved naturally and often unexpectedly as each participant gradually became aware of the mutual benefits of the partnership. In recent years, as the value of these relationships became clearer, mentoring programs evolved to enhance these benefits for new faculty. The following discussion points can help you and your protégé better understand the value, purpose, and function of this particular mentoring relationship.

• Expectations of the CASA Faculty Mentoring Program


 
• Expectations of the Mentor
• To facilitate regular meetings with the mentee.
• To create a welcoming, confidential, and non-threatening environment for scholarly discussions with the mentee.
• To listen and respond to the needs and concerns of the mentee.
• To offer professional assistance and guidance as needed.
• To review the teaching performance of the mentee through classroom observations.
 
• Expectations of the Mentee
• To achieve self-determined goals and objectives developed through the CASA Faculty Mentoring Program. (see worksheet entitled, “New Faculty Mentoring Program: Suggested First Year Objectives”)
• To meet at least three times per semester with the mentor.
• To document progress toward goals collectively established with the mentor.