Jump Start Program

Jump Start is a peer mentoring program that aims to foster a network of support for first-year and transfer students at Northwest. Students will be paired with a mentor during their first academic year to provide friendship, guidance, and support as they navigate the college experience.

JumpStart program participants will also engage in a Pre-Advantage week experience designed to foster a sense of community. Through this experience, students will discover opportunities for involvement, gain awareness of university resources, and receive valuable tips for promoting wellness and achieving academic success. During their first academic year, students will be paired with a mentor who will provide friendship, guidance, and support as they navigate the college experience.

Benefits of Joining the Jump Start Program:

• Participate in a Pre-Advantage experience
• Connect with an upper-class mentor who will help you acclimate to campus 
• Gain a sense of belonging and community 
• Access to Academic and Support Resources will aid your success at Northwest. 

Mentee Expectations

• Move in early and attend pre-advantage week programming
• Maintain regular contact with a peer mentor
• Attend academic and personal development workshops (once a month, subject to change)
• Attend social activities on/off campus
• Complete fall and spring evaluations

Apply to join Jump Start by July 20, 2025. Spaces are limited, so act fast.  If you have questions, please contact Latonya Harrison at ldavis@nwmissouri.edu

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