Exploring Mentorship

Josh Wallace

Opening Note

Joshua Wallace 19, MBA ’20 says mentors offer inspiration, focus and hope in uncertain times.

Wendelyn Shore

Mentorship Maven

Professor of Psychology Wendelyn Shore discusses the ethics and intricacies of mentorship.

Sista Circle

Women of color at PLU build connections that provide support and opportunity.

Joyce Barr ’76, ’08

Advice Worth Sharing

Alumni, staff and faculty members share the best advice they’ve received from a mentor.

Associate Professor of English Jason Skipper at King's books, Tuesday, June 16, 2020, in Tacoma. (Photo: PLU/John Froschauer)

Becoming a Writer

English professor Jason Skipper mentors students to help them capture the write stuff.

Andrea Adams and Bradd Busick sitting on some stairs

All the Right Moves

Alumna Andrea Adams ’15 excels at Nike after an assist from PLU mentor Bradd Busick ’99, MBA ’09.

Steve Smith, '81 and MAE '88

The Learning Curve

Steve Smith ’81, MAE ’88 shares what he’s learned on both sides of his mentor-mentee relationships.

Troy J.H. Andrade ’07

The Meaning of Mentorship

PLU community members reflect on what mentorship means to them and what qualities make an outstanding mentor.

Creative Director Simon Sung and his current and former design interns Elexia Johnson '18, Colton Walter '19, and Paulo Chikoti-Bandua '20

Mentorship by Design

PLU Executive Creative Director Simon Sung mentors graphic interns.

Tim Graciano '05

Economics Mentorship Program

PLU’s Department of Economics created a new program that connects current economics majors with alumni mentors.

A PLU alum and a PLU student chat and laugh at an event

Meet Your Next Mentor (or Mentee)

The inside scoop on LuteLink, PLU’s professional networking website platform designed specifically for Lutes.

Ksenija Simic-Muller

Award-Winning Faculty Mentors

Four PLU faculty members who stand out for the exceptional commitment to mentorship.