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Math Mentoring Program

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The Math Mentoring Program is available on the Waterloo campus only.

The Math Mentoring Program has been designed to assist students who may be at risk of not meeting progression requirements for their program of study. Sometimes, a little extra support and guidance is all that is required to help motivate and provide confidence to succeed. Over the past six years, many students have obtained this through the mentoring program.

Apply to the Program

To be admitted to the program, you are required to complete the Math Mentoring Program Application Form to indicate your commitment to the program.

Priority is given to those who are repeating a required 100-level math course having earned a grade of 0 (either an F or XF) on the first attempt. Note that university regulations do not allow a course to be repeated more than once.

Commitment to the Program

If accepted, you will work with Mathematics and Statistics Learning Support (MaSt), agreeing to participate in weekly academic mentoring sessions, which include:

  • Two to three hours of small group study sessions per week, to obtain additional assistance with understanding course material and developing effective learning strategies specific to mathematics. Sessions are facilitated by a senior student math mentor.
  • Periodic meetings with staff from MaSt to discuss overall progress in the program.

Program Details

A program will be created for you to help:

  • Reinforce fundamental mathematics skills.
  • Develop effective learning and study techniques.
  • Clarify key concepts being taught in the course.

The math mentor will keep a journal on activities completed and general progress throughout the program. You will be required to also complete an assessment of your own study techniques and progress on a regular basis, to discuss with the MaSt program coordinator.

There is no fee to participate in this program, and participation is voluntary. However, once started, if three sessions/meetings are missed, you will be removed from the program.

Your course instructor may be notified of your participation in the Math Mentoring Program.

If you have any questions about the Math Mentoring Program, or to apply, contact Tina Balfour.