Become a graduate research peer mentor or access support

The Graduate Research (GR) Peer Mentor program offers a range of opportunities to enhance your research experience at Macquarie. Whether you are looking to connect with your fellow students or need assistance navigating university life, this program provides a supportive learning community during your studies.

The GR Peer Mentor program is a platform for research students to:

  • Join a research community, reduce a sense of isolation, and increase the intellectual climate
  • Develop peer level support and foster a scholarly community between MRes and PhD students
  • Enhance the graduate researcher experience and promote feelings of belonging
  • Create  networking opportunities between MRes, PhD students, faculty staff members, alumni and industry
  • Join in the shared experiences of university life with fellow students

You will have the opportunity to meet and connect with the GR Peer Mentors by:

  • Attending the monthly drop-in sessions
  • Booking a one on one appointment here
  • Attending Graduate Research Academy events

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PEER MENTOR?
There are lots of rewarding reasons to be a peer mentor! Here are just a few:

  • Connect with peers beyond your faculty, department or lab group
  • Give back to your community by sharing your experience
  • Develop relationship and leadership skills and cultural awareness
  • Build networks for future opportunities
  • Access training opportunities, e.g. Mental Health First Aid, and leadership seminars

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

  • Join small social groups meeting together regularly
  • Participate in and/or contribute to GRA events
  • Learn about being a representative and the governance of graduate research at Macquarie

Contact us

For further information about the GR Mentor Program, contact us at gr.mentors@mq.edu.au.