Mentee Interest Form now open.
Influencing Readiness, Inspiring Success (IRIS) pairs new first-year students and second-year students with continuing students for participation in one-on-one meetings and larger group events. This program is designed to assist students in their first and second year at UConn-Storrs (including those coming from regional campuses and transfer students) with their transition. IRIS Coordinators are undergraduate student leaders who supervise the mentors and coordinate programming.
Who can become a mentee?
- Mentees are typically students in their first or second year (including transfer) at the UConn-Storrs campus.
- Mentees should want to make the most of their time on campus and should believe that a mentoring program could contribute to their experience.
- While no member of the IRIS Mentoring Program is required to identify with (or disclose) LGBTQIA+ identity, an interest in discussing/attending programs related to the LGBTQIA+ community will be important, as this mentoring program is centered around the LGBTQIA+ student experience.
How can I get involved?
Mentee Interest Forms for the 2026-2027 school year are currently open. Find the form here:
For more information, contact: Rainbow Center at owh25002work@uconn.edu