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.

Study Highlights Five Ways Mentors Shape Teen Autonomy

Davis, A. L., & McQuillin, S. D. (2022). Supporting autonomy…

First-Generation and Parenting Students Persist at Higher Rates When Colleges Address Root Causes of Insecurity

Lumpkin, L. (2026, June 18). How 3 colleges are meeting students'…

Homelessness Among LGBTQ+ Adults Is Often Invisible—Mentors Need to Know the Signs

Aguilar, P. (2026, June 1). Resources for LGBTQ+ individuals…

Wisdom from Professor Carola Suárez-Orozco

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Editor's Note: A version of this appeared a few years ago but…

Profiles in Mentoring: Dr. Maureen Vandermaas-Peeler on a Multiple Mentor Model

Maureen Vandermaas-Peeler is professor of psychology at Elon…

New Findings Show Belonging Boosts Mental Health More Than Grades

van Kessel, G., Ryan, C., Paras,…

Five Common Methodological Challenges in Mentoring Research (and How to Address Them)

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By Matthew Hagler To increase the effectiveness and availability…

New Study Identifies Three Culturally Responsive Practices That Define Effective STEM Mentors

Sánchez, B., Sanford-Dolly, C., Chung, H., Garcia-Murrillo,…

New Study Finds Cousin Relationships Are a Hidden Source of Support for Young Adults

Hessel, H., & Christiansen, R. J. (2025). Close but not too…

Profiles in Mentoring: Dr. Bernadine Brady on her path to—and the power of—mentoring

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This week, we’re pleased to bring you a short exchange we were…