Mentorship Policy for Students by Faculty of RISE Krishna Sai Gandhi Group of Institutions — the structure, roles and responsibilities of the faculty-student mentorship program.
| Doc No | Version | Approved By | Date of Release |
|---|---|---|---|
| RGAN/Pol/11 | 1.0 | BOG | 29.9.2018 |
The RISE Krishna Sai Gandhi Group of Institutions recognizes the vital role mentorship plays in the holistic development of students, fostering academic success, and driving career progression. Through faculty-student mentorship, we aim to provide personalized guidance, foster intellectual growth, and create a nurturing learning environment.
To offer students consistent and effective mentorship, encouraging them to meet their academic, personal, and professional aspirations and to enable faculty to engage with students beyond classroom boundaries.
This policy covers all faculty members and registered students of RISE Krishna Sai Gandhi Group of Institutions.
4.1. Allocation: Every student will be assigned a faculty mentor at the start of their academic year.
4.2. Duration: Mentorship will be continuous, with formal check-ins at least once a semester.
Engage with mentees in scheduled meetings.
Provide academic guidance and support.
Discuss career goals, opportunities, and progression.
Guide students on time-management, soft skills, and personal growth.
Address concerns and redirect to specialized services if needed (counseling, academic support, etc.).
Take initiative in reaching out to their mentors.
Prepare and share academic or career queries.
Respect mentors' time by being punctual for meetings.
Provide feedback on the mentorship experience.
6.1. RISE Krishna Sai Gandhi Group of Institutions will organize annual training sessions to equip faculty with the skills required for effective mentoring.
6.2. A repository of resources, such as mentorship guidelines, best practices, and tools, will be available for faculty.
7.1. A dedicated mentorship committee will monitor the program's effectiveness.
7.2. Both mentors and mentees will submit a brief report at the end of each semester outlining progress, challenges, and feedback.
7.3. The feedback will be evaluated annually to identify areas of improvement.
All discussions between mentors and mentees will be treated as confidential. Information will only be disclosed if there's a risk to the student's wellbeing or if there are institutional reasons that require intervention.
9.1. In case of disagreements or conflicts between mentors and mentees, issues can be raised with the mentorship committee.
9.2. If deemed necessary, students may be reassigned to another mentor.
10.1. Faculty who show exemplary commitment to the mentorship program will be acknowledged annually.
10.2. Mentees who achieve significant academic or professional progress with the guidance of their mentors will also be recognized.
This policy will be reviewed as and when deemed to be necessary by the mentorship committee, taking into account feedback from both mentors and mentees.
Necessary amendments will be made to enhance the program's effectiveness.