Mentorship Programme
Supporting new students from admission to their first semester, the Mentorship Programme offers guidance, community connections and leadership opportunities.
The Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) Mentorship Programme supports newly admitted students from the moment they receive their offer through their arrival in Riga and throughout their first semester at RSU.
Incoming students are paired with trained current students who provide practical guidance on accommodation, transport, academic expectations, and everyday life in Riga, helping them settle in quickly and confidently.
The programme also offers volunteering and leadership opportunities for mentors, including involvement in Welcome Week and Open Days.
Why become a mentor?
Develop skills
- Enhance leadership & Intercultural skills
- Attend workshops on public speaking, content creation, and more
Boost your CV
- Add real leadership experience to your CV
- Gain professional skills valued by employers
Recognition and certification
- Receive an official certificate from RSU
- Build credibility for future opportunities
Why become a mentee?
Practical guidance
- Get advice on housing, transportation, and daily life
- Learn practical tips to make settling in in Riga easier
Academic guidance
- Receive guidance from current students before arrival
- Learn about courses, expectations, and university life
Social integration
- Gain ready-made contacts at the university
- Integrate more quickly into student communities
What do mentors do?
Mentors support new students through consultations and regular communication, offering practical advice about studying at RSU and life in Riga.
Mentors provide practical support, including:
- Share tips about studying
- Provide advice about everyday life in Riga
- Explain how classes, labs, and assignments work
- Introduce student clubs, events, and campus life
- Direct mentees to relevant university services and contacts
Mentors may also support RSU events such as Welcome Week and Open Days. Experienced mentors can take on the role of Senior Mentor, representing RSU at events and helping deliver the integration programme for international students.
What participants gain
Both mentors and mentees build meaningful connections, expand their networks, and create memorable experiences throughout their university journey.
Requirements for becoming a mentor
Mentors support and guide new students as they begin their studies at RSU. To take on this role, mentors should demonstrate the following qualities and commitment.
Personal qualities
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Approachable, friendly, and reliable
- Willingness to share knowledge and support others
Commitment
- Provide guidance to an assigned mentee before arrival and during the first semester
- Participate in mentor briefings, check-ins, and training sessions
