Preparing to R.O.A.R. (Resourceful, Optimistic, Authentic, Receptive)
The Disability Support Services Peer Mentoring Program was developed to assist students registered with the LMU DSS Office who have expressed interest in receiving peer assistance or support with navigating college life. Our mentors share their familiarity with campus life, resources, and personal experiences, as a student with a disability. By building connections between new Lions and more experienced Lions, the DSS peer mentoring program makes the LMU experience more personable and provides access and opportunities for rewarding interpersonal relationships.
Our students may share information as part of their mentor-mentee relationship and mentor training. Such information will be held confidential and under no circumstances be disclosed to others outside of the LMU Disability Support Services Peer Mentoring Program. The program acts in accordance with and under the supervision of the LMU Disability Support Services Office.
Mission Statement
R.O.A.R. promotes student success by increasing campus engagement, connectedness, and self-advocacy.
Objectives
- To familiarize incoming first-year and transfer students with LMU, its structure, services, and resources
- To aid new students in connecting with an upper-class mentor as well as other peers in an intentional and positive interactive process
- To assist students in identifying their personal strengths and abilities while supporting their transition to university life
- To support academic success, social integration, and campus involvement by encouraging attendance and engagement at campus sponsored events and activities
- To promote self-advocacy and self-empowerment through personal and professional development activities
Program Benefits
R.O.A.R. provides support for incoming first-year and transfer students transitioning to LMU. Our program offers opportunities to improve communication and self-advocacy for students seeking to increase their skills and establish their academic independence. Our peer mentors are provided with an opportunity to make a positive impact in the life of a fellow Lion by sharing their knowledge and experience while developing leadership skills.