The MANRRS L.E.a.D. Mentoring program will foster a prevalent culture of leadership and mentoring in the agricultural STEM and related fields that empower minority students to persist and succeed in their respective disciplines.
This virtual mentoring program connects MANRRS students (mentees) attending land-grant and minority-serving institutions with professionals from industry and government (mentors) in one-to-one virtual mentorships that are rewarding, convenient, and effective.
BENEFITS OF JOINING
Access to an effective mentoring curriculum and skill-building activities
Exclusive access to and engagement with prospective employers and top talent
Develop mentoring and goal setting skills
My mentor looked like me. She created a caring and mentoring environment where I could be myself. With her help, I was able to grow tremendously.
- 2022 Cohort Mentee
My mentee is phenomenal! I feel we both got something out of this and have created a connection that will last longer than this program.
-2023 Cohort Mentor
PROGRAM TIMELINE
Application Opens - Oct. 1, 2025
Application Closes - Nov. 28, 2025
Program Mentee/Mentor Match - Dec. 1, 2025
Program Orientation - Jan. 5th, 2026 at 3-4 PM EST REGISTER HERE
Program Begins - Jan. 12, 2026
Program Ends - April 30, 2026
