Student Mentors
Undergraduate Student Mentors have experienced the worries and difficulties of studying and are happy to share their insight and skills with other students. They are trained and paid for their work. There are Student Mentors for each of our BA (undergraduate) courses.
The Mentoring Scheme provides all students with support on a range of academic and support issues. Mentors can help with big and small problems. The scheme provides the opportunity for students to discuss difficulties and develop skills specific to our courses.
What can Student Mentors help me with?
- General and specific guidance to help you during your studies
- Essay structuring
- Help with referencing
- Advice on reading lists and approaching reading
- Revision skills and planning
- Confidence and work worries
- Time management
- Help with presentations
- Support with placements
- Applying for jobs, volunteering or other activities
- Just listening.
When can I see a Student Mentor?
Student Mentors are asked to be available for one hour per week during the Autumn Term (face to face or online). You can choose to see someone connected with your course, but you don’t have to. All Mentors are available to see any student from any undergraduate course.
You can also email Student Mentors to simply ask them questions.
How do I contact the Student Mentors?
You can email a Student Mentor directly using the email address provided. It is likely that you will want to talk to someone who is doing the same degree course as you, but all Student Mentors can help with organisation and time management enquiries and offer general support.
Your Mentors
Primary and Early Years Education BA
Molly Attwell
I am a third-year Primary and Early Years Education student currently studying to qualify as a teacher. As a Student Mentor I hope to provide support to students who may need some friendly guidance from a peer. As a student myself, I understand how university can be overwhelming at times and I think it is important for students to feel comfortable communicating their queries and concerns with fellow students who have lived the same experiences.
E ma2032@sussex.ac.uk
Lucy Rivers
I’m in my second year of Primary and Early Years and loving it! I’m excited to be given the opportunity to support other students on their academic journey.
E lr352@sussex.ac.uk
Childhood and Youth: Theory and Practice BA
Emma Beeden
Hi my name is Emma and I am a second year BACY student. I love the course and have a particular interest in helping young people in hospital. I have experience of being a student with a disability and long-term condition so know how it can impact your university experience.
E emb42@sussex.ac.uk
Ella Hamond
Hi! I'm Ella and I'm a second year Childhood and Youth student. I've really enjoyed the course so far and am excited to be a mentor this year. Looking forward to being able to help anyone who might need it!
E eh424@sussex.ac.uk
Social Work BA
Vee Riseborough
I came to Sussex as a mature student from a background in Financial Services training and charity support work / recruitment / training. Having joined Sussex last year, I know how challenging Year 1 can be - especially now when learning is done online. I feel passionate about the importance of positive learning experiences and I am here to offer help and guidance as you settle in into your first year.
E vr202@sussex.ac.uk