Inspiring Leaders of Integrity at Berry College
The Gordon & Joyce Carper Mentoring Program is Berry College’s premier mentoring experience, designed to shape future leaders through personalized guidance, self-reflection, and participation in the local leadership community.
Outcomes
Students in the Carper Mentoring Program develop three core habits of integrity in leadership through:
- Personalized Mentoring – Gain insights and guidance from experienced mentors.
- Foundational Lessons – Equip seminars help you build a solid leadership foundation, while teaching you how learn to use tools like reflection and feedback to continually refine and strengthen your approach.
- Professional Networking – Become a part of a community of experienced leaders.
Three Levels of Challenge
The program’s mentors, staff, and peers form a community dedicated to supporting and challenging your growth as a leader through purposeful mentorship and collaborative learning:
- Equip (Personal Growth) – Build self-awareness and leadership skills.
- Empower (Team Collaboration) – Develop team dynamics and shared leadership.
- Encourage (Community Leadership) – Create lasting, positive influence beyond oneself.
Program Requirements
Students participate in a structured set of activities, including:
- Equip Seminars: Monthly, focused workshops on personal and professional leadership fundamentals that will inform your journey.
- Mentor Meetings: Monthly sessions with experienced mentors who bring real-world perspectives and guidance to your leadership development.
- Student Ownership: Supportive peer cohorts offering discussion, accountability, and a sense of community.
- Signature BCIL Events: Opportunities to engage with mentors and peers through BCIL programming that delivers inspiring messages and practical wisdom on integrity in leadership.
Join the Carper Mentoring Program
Applications open each spring for the upcoming academic year. With limited spots, we seek students from all majors who demonstrate commitment to ethical leadership, collaboration, and personal growth.
Beyond Carper
Carper Mentoring Program graduates leave equipped with practical skills, lifelong networks, and a dedication to integrity, carrying forward leadership skills into future roles.
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