RISE Mentor Application

The RISE Peer Mentoring Program (Retention through Interpersonal Student Engagement) assists with the transition of first-time freshmen and first-year transfer students into the Cal State LA community. By matching current Cal State LA students with new incoming freshmen, RISE will provide opportunities for mentees to:

  • Learn more about their campus community
  • Better understand the importance of campus involvement, leading to greater retention
  • Build personal bonds that will encourage them to persist and succeed.

Student mentors can also expect to:

  • Develop invaluable leadership skills
  • Engage with campus faculty and administrators
  • “Pay It Forward” by helping other students reach their academic goals

RISE aims to positively impact the experience of Black students and their allies at Cal State LA.

Section I — Personal Information
Do you have any food allergies? (Shrimp, peanuts, etc.?)
Do you have any food allergies? (Shrimp, peanuts, etc.?)
Section II - Student Information
Section III - Questions
I verify that I will be able to attend all training sessions.
Were you previously a RISE mentee?
Section IV - Reference/Recommendation (Optional)
Did a Cal State La staff or faculty member suggest that you should apply for this position? Please provide their information below. If not, do you have a staff or faculty member who is willing to serve as a reference for you? Please indicate their information below.
Section V - Matching Questionnaire
I prefer a mentor/mentee that shares my race/ethnicity.
I prefer a mentor/mentee that shares my gender.
I prefer a mentor/mentee that shares my major.
Your "Hometown" location is
What are some of your hobbies and interests? Please check all that apply.
(Select all that apply.)
What are your three (3) favorite genres of music?
What are some of the best ways for your mentor to contact you? Select two (2) options.
The purpose of this questionnaire is to provide the RISE Peer Mentor Program with a more detailed profile of you and your interests. This information will only be used by the New Student and Parent Programs staff to best match the mentors with the incoming first-year mentees. All elements of your profile will only be shared with New Student and Parent Programs staff. We will make every effort to match you with a mentor/mentee who is closely aligned with your interests. However, we cannot guarantee 100% matches. Please answer each question as honestly as possible. Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire!
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