Elective Sessions for 2025-26
How Coaching Can Help You Become a Better Mentor
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, 2-3:30pm, Evanston
Goals:
- Consider common goals in coaching and mentoring
- Apply techniques from coaching to mentoring
Communicating Feedback Effectively
Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026, 9-10:30am, Wildcat Room, Norris Center, Evanston
Goals:
- Identify techniques to communicate feedback effectively
- Provide feedback that encourages growth and is well-received
Managing Conflict in Mentoring Relationships
Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026, 9-10:30am, 875 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago
Goals:
- Effective strategies to manage conflict, particularly within a lab or other group setting with mentees