Apply for SAFE

APPLY to be a Safe MentoR!!!

The SAFE Mentor Application opens on January 12th and will close on February 1st at 11:59PM

WHAT IS A SAFE MENTOR?

SAFE Mentors are upper division students who serve as mentors to incoming UNC Charlotte students. SAFE Mentors work with first-year and transfer students throughout their first year at UNC Charlotte, helping them adjust to life in college.

YEARLY RESPONSIBILITIES OF A SAFE MENTOR

SAFE Mentors are expected to be involved in all aspects of the SAFE Program. Involvement includes, but not limited to:

• Serving as a role model both academically and socially
• Maintaining and encouraging a positive attitude towards the SAFE program
• Serving as a reliable academic, campus/community resource and referral agent.
• Helping students establish goals and explore career options.
• Challenging students to take risks and succeed both inside and outside of the classroom
• Mentoring students for one full academic year
• Planning both social and academic activities with students
• Attending Mandatory Trainings, Meeting, and Programs
• Maintaining a 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Info Sessions

SAFE will be hosting 3 Info Sessions for you to attend and learn more about the SAFE Mentor role and the Application Process.

• Tuesday, January 13th at 6:00PM in Student Union 200
• Friday, January 23rd at 3:00PM in Student Union 200
• Wednesday, January 28th at 6:00PM in Student Union 200

Job Description

Please click on the following link to read the full SAFE Mentor Job description which includes: benefits, important dates, and position requirements.

• SAFE Mentor Job Description

Application Links

Please follow the corresponding links to Niner Engage to being your SAFE Mentor Application

• SAFE Junior Mentor (First-time SAFE Mentor).
• SAFE Senior Mentor (Returning SAFE Mentor).

Questions? Contact us at 704.687.0363 or email us at safe_program@charlotte.edu.