Mentorship Program
Mentorship Program
Mentorship Program: Inspiring Growth, Advancing Careers
At Rowan University, the Women’s Alliance Network (WAN) is more than a community—it’s a catalyst for connection and growth. The WAN Mentorship Program is a dynamic initiative open to all Rowan University employees. Whether you're exploring new opportunities, navigating challenges, or seeking guidance, this program is designed to connect you with colleagues who are eager to share their experiences and insights.
About the Mentorship Program: 
The WAN Mentorship Program is a dynamic initiative open to all employees of Rowan University. Whether you're just beginning your journey or looking to take the next bold step in your career, this program is designed to support, guide, and inspire.
Through meaningful mentor-mentee relationships, participants gain access to practical advice, career strategies, and a supportive network that encourages growth within higher education and beyond.
Our Mission:
Rooted in WAN’s mission to uplift and empower, the mentorship program aims to:
- Foster connection by pairing mentees with trusted colleagues who can help navigate university culture and expectations.
- Cultivate professional development through shared experiences and skill-building.
- Strengthen our community by deepening understanding of Rowan’s mission and the 4 Pillars.
- Boost engagement and belonging by creating space for authentic, supportive relationships.
- Encourage career advancement through collaboration and mutual learning.
What to Expect:
This semi-formal, year-long program offers a blend of structured programming and personalized mentorship. Participants will:
- Build lasting relationships through one-on-one mentor-mentee meetings.
- Gain practical tools and strategies for career development.
- Be part of a welcoming, empowering community of peers.
- Mentors and mentees alike benefit from this experience—whether by gaining new perspectives, enhancing leadership skills, or simply supporting one another in meaningful ways.
For more Frequently Asked Questions, please see below.
At this time applications for the 2025-2026 program are closed, stay on the lookout for the program to reopen next year!
Special note about the program: At this time, we are unable to extend participation to non-Rowan employees. Rowan employees are defined as staff from the Glassboro, SOM, and CMSRU campuses. However, the Advisory Board continues to discuss options for expansion with the hope to open participation to the broader community.
Questions? Please reach out to our team via email womensnetwork@rowan.edu.
Mentoring Program FAQ
What’s the time commitment?
To maximize the potential of this program and success for all parties, it is recommended to host periodic meetings. This could look a couple of different ways pending on the pair. Some examples include: weekly 30-40 minute meetings, biweekly meetings for 60-90 minutes, or monthly for 90 minutes. Meetings can occur in-person or virtually. To learn more about the time committment, please reference this document.
How does this program balance with your current roles?
The mentorship experience is directly tied to career growth and skill-building, which can enhance performance in current roles. Mentees will gain insight into navigating university culture, which can improve their effectiveness and confidence in their current position. Mentors will improve their leadership, communication, and coaching skills, which are valuable assets in any role. If you (as a mentor or mentee) have additional questions on how past participants have balanced this - please let us know!
What are the expectations of a mentor?
Mentors are expected to serve as guides, role models, and supporters.