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Recognizing that all students are unique, please help me to understand the best way that I can
assist you, as a mentor, in your educational goals. Then, please read through my commitment to
you as your mentor. We are building a long term partnership and it is helpful to approach it with a
solid foundation of understanding.

A little about me
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If everything went perfectly during my education here at WGU I would complete my degree in:
If everything went perfectly, I would like to complete my degree plan in 3 terms.

Some potential obstacles that could hinder me in my WGU goal attainment would be:
The biggest obstacle that could hinder my progress would be not sticking to my study
schedule.

If I happen to get off track the best way to motivate me to get back on course would be to: (ie: Have more
frequent contact ie 2x weekly phone meetings; request that I submit email progress reports weekly, etc.)
If I get off track the best way to motivate me would probably email weekly progress reports.

The kind of mentoring style that I prefer is (Highlight or check one)

The most important reasons that I am at WGU are: (rate on level of importance)
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b
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Develop competency for use in the workplace

Get done with my degree as quick as possible
Balance school and life
Network with my peers
Get the skills to start a new career
Other

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When I get frustrated with a subject I tend to: (Highlight or check all that apply)

Directive tell me what to do and I will do it

Supportive - constant encouragement and support of my abilities and plans to succeed help me
stay motivated
Participative lets work together on devising the best strategy for goal attainment

Put the activity on hold, then pick it up again later

Seek support from teachers
Seek support from my peers
Find the answer by myself

When I engage in projects I like to: (Highlight or check one)

Work on one project at a time, completing it, before moving on.

I like to work on multiple projects at one time.

Which kind of learning is most enjoyable to you? (Highlight or check one)

Research and reading

Problem solving or hands on experimenting
Listening to and watching lectures or presentations

Which of the following statements best reflects your attitude about math? (Highlight or check one)

I generally like math and do well at it

Im okay with math but dont naturally do well at it
Math intimidates me

10 Which of the following statements best reflects your attitude about writing? (Highlight or check one)

I have a strong writing ability and always got good grades on papers
I am an average writer who got okay grades
I struggle with writing papers
Im not sure

11 Which of the following software tools do you use regularly? (Highlight or check all that apply)

Microsoft Word or other word processing software

Microsoft Outlook
Excel
A software program specific to my work
Web design or graphic design software
Photoshop or similar software
Google or Yahoo search

12 How would you rate yourself on a scale of 1-10 in terms of setting deadlines and meeting them?
I would rate myself a 7. If I set a realistic deadline I will meet it, but I may not work on it over
time.

13 The best time for me to talk every week is going to be:

The best time for me to talk will be in the afternoon on varying days.

14 Rate your priorities to the following, with 1 being most important to you and 7 being least important:
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Achieving good academic standing

Getting off to a quick start by passing an assessment in the next 6 weeks
Maintaining weekly contact with my mentor
Utilizing the resources and support available to me to ensure success
Studying for 20 hours per week to stay on track
Being able to accelerate by doing additional units this term
Seeing my degree through to the end (GRADUATION!)

My Commitment to You
As your mentor I am 100% committed to do the following:

Prompt and courteous service, including keeping all scheduled appointments on time and informing
you promptly if a need arises to reschedule.

Return your call or email within 4 business hours.

Resolve any issues or concerns in a timely manner. Ill strive to do this within 24 hrs.

Ensure that you are informed of resources available to aid your development of competency in each
program area.

Facilitate your interactions with other departments and ensure you receive the excellent service and
support you deserve.

Be a source of encouragement and help you overcome challenges.

Be your strategy partner and coach.

Always give you honest feedback and recommendations.

Thanks so much for taking the time to read through and complete this worksheet! It is my goal to ensure that you are very
satisfied with your WGU experience. Again, we will discuss your responses during our next call and continue to build the
foundation for a successful student/mentor relationship.