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It鈥檚 no secret that giving back feels good. In fact, as 天美mv天美 psychology professor Lara Aknin鈥檚 research has shown, helping others can increase happiness and well-being.

But what if giving back also helped you grow? That鈥檚 the power of mentorship: a relationship that benefits both mentee and mentor.

For 天美mv天美 alumni across British Columbia, offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact through mentorship while also gaining fresh perspectives and professional growth. By mentoring a student who鈥檚 navigating their academic and career journey, you鈥檒l help them succeed while boosting your own skills and connections along the way鈥攁nd you鈥檒l feel good doing it! With over 1,000 students supported across British Columbia, and 34% being first-generation post-secondary students, there are many opportunities for 天美mv天美 alumni to get involved!

How mentoring can benefit you:  

• Strengthen your leadership and coaching skills
  Guiding a mentee sharpens your ability to motivate, problem-solve, and provide constructive feedback, skills that translate directly into personal and professional growth.
• Build meaningful community impact and personal fulfillment
  Helping a student chart their academic and professional path鈥攁nd seeing them overcome barriers and thrive鈥攃an also deepen your own sense of purpose and community belonging.
• Expand your professional network and resources
  Looking to broaden your personal and professional network? Mentorship often opens doors to new connections with alumni and industry professionals across diverse fields.
• Stay current and gain fresh perspectives
  Mentorship is a two-way street: learning from your mentee鈥檚 ideas and insights will keep you plugged into emerging trends and innovations鈥攅specially in rapidly-growing disciplines.

What鈥檚 involved?

With a network of 300+ mentors actively engaged in the program, Beedie Luminaries asks mentors for a minimum two-year commitment: meeting with your mentee at least once a month for one hour, either in-person, virtually, or hybrid. Mentors must be B.C.-based and come from a variety of careers and backgrounds. If you鈥檙e passionate about supporting students and sharing your experience, this is your chance to make a difference.

About Beedie Luminaries

Beedie Luminaries is a social-profit initiative dedicated to leveling the playing field for promising students across B.C. who face financial hardship. Through scholarships and wrap-around support鈥攇rounded in values of innovation, empathy, integrity, and collaboration鈥攖hey empower students financially, as well as through community, belonging, and personal growth.