Mentorship from a Student's Perspective

What helps students feel heard, understood, and supported by a mentor? Join student representatives from A Place to Talk for a training that puts the student perspective at the center of meaningful mentorship.

A Place to Talk is Johns Hopkins’ undergraduate peer-listening organization, whose members receive extensive training in active listening and empathetic communication. Drawing on their experiences as students and peer listeners, presenters will explore how mentors can create space for honest conversation, better understand students’ needs, and build stronger connections.

Participants will explore practical approaches to asking open-ended questions, listening without judgment, and recognizing when a mentee needs space to reflect before receiving advice. These skills can help mentors build trust and support students in developing confidence, exploring challenges, and identifying their own next steps.

Whether you are new to mentoring or looking to deepen your practice, this session offers a valuable opportunity to learn directly from students about what supportive mentorship can look and feel like.

Become a Mentor Champion: Alumni who complete this training become members of the Guidance Alliance, gaining exclusive access to programs, events, and curated mentorship experiences designed to strengthen the Hopkins community.