Mentoring Practice

Here we provide the latest science of different approaches to mentoring practice, from how to encourage engagement to managing closures —and everything in between.

Consistency Counts: How Mentors Build Resilience in At-Risk Youth

Smith, C. A., Newman-Thomas, C., & Stormont, M. (2015). Long-term…

Why Peer Coaching Matters More for Commuter Students Than You Think

Wallington, V., Simmons, R., Cardinale, E., & Hernandez,…

Guided by Culture: How Social Programs Shape Indigenous Youth Housing Success

Lund, J. I., Toombs, E., Mushquash, C. J., Pitura, V., Toneguzzi,…

From Track to Transformation: How Physical Activity Builds Adolescent Belonging

O’Neal, T., DiPietro, L., & Price, O. A. (2025). Physical…

Beyond Role Models: How Mentors Must Build Competency to Boost Research Skills

Cutillas, A., Benolirao, E., Camasura, J., Golbin, R., Yamagishi,…
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Mentoring College Men: Building Confidence and Connection

Di Bianca, M., Martin, N. G., & Mahalik, J. R. (2023). Every…
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How Reverse Mentoring Builds Skills for All

Kaše, R., Saksida, T., & Mihelič, K. K. (2018). Skill development…

Empathy Outshines Confidence in Youth Mentoring

Deane, K. L., Boat, A. A., Haddock, S. A., Henry, K. L., Zimmerman,…
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From Support to Surveillance: When Mentoring Mirrors Inequality

Gowdy, G., Palmer, M.T., Saastamoinen, M. et al. Using a Social…
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When Mentors Adjust, Youth Thrive

Drew, A. L., & Spencer, R. (2021). Mentors’ approach to…