PUMP Mentee Application (2022-2023)

Thank you for your interest in being a mentor for the Psychology Undergraduate Mentorship Program (PUMP).

PLEASE NOTE: We have reached our maximum capacity for mentees this year. If you fill out this form, you will now be PLACED ON A WAITLIST. You will be notified by PUMP if a mentor match becomes available later in the year.

Thank you for your interest in being a mentor for the Psychology Undergraduate Mentorship Program (PUMP). Please respond to the questions below: *

Thank you for your interest in being a mentor for the Psychology Undergraduate Mentorship Program (PUMP). Please respond to the questions below: YES, I have read and understood that I may not be matched with a Mentor this year If matched with a mentor I will attend the meetings or notify PUMP of my withdrawal from the program to give others the opportunity to be matched with a mentor I will, to the best of my ability, respond to direct communications with PUMP and my mentor in a timely manner
Name Name * First Last
Email *
Age *
Program *
Year of Study *
Hometown *
Schools attended (with city, country, and academic level) *
Are you a returning mentee (i.e., you have been a PUMP during the last two years)? *

Are you a returning mentee (i.e., you have been a PUMP during the last two years)? YES NO Other Other
Which application cycle do you plan to apply to graduate school? *

Which application cycle do you plan to apply to graduate school? 2023 admission 2024 admission Not sure yet Other Other
What graduate program(s) are you interested in applying to/finding out more about (e.g., MA/PhD in Clinical Psychology; Master's in Social Work) *
What graduate program(s) are you interested in applying to/finding out more about? *

What graduate program(s) are you interested in applying to/finding out more about? MA/PhD in Research/Experimental Psychology Other Other
If you selected "Research/Experimental Psychology", please specify which areas you are interested in:

If you selected "Research/Experimental Psychology", please specify which areas you are interested in: Brain, Behavioural, Cognitive Sciences (BBCS) Social and Personality Developmental Psychology (THIS IS NOT Clinical Developmental) Historical, Theoretical, and Critical Studies Quantitative Methods
How many times would you want to meet with a mentor this year (October 2022 to April 2023)? *
Why do you want to become a mentee? *
What are you hoping to gain from being a mentee with PUMP? Please check all the boxes that apply.

I hope to receive mentorship pertaining to: *

What are you hoping to gain from being a mentee with PUMP? Please check all the boxes that apply.

I hope to receive mentorship pertaining to: Specific program advising Standardized tests (i.e. GRE, etc.) How to gain research experience Preparing/editing applications (CVs, personal statements, letters of recommendation, etc.) Finding and contacting potential supervisors Discussing experiences of what it's like to be in grad school Other Other
In addition to our one-on-one mentor-mentee pairing, PUMP also offers group mentorship where you could be placed in a small group with a graduate mentor and some fellow mentees. We understand that the application process leading up to graduate school can be stressful and students might not always know where to begin. Our intention with group mentorship is to provide you with the opportunity to share experiences, insights, and concerns with a fellow peer that would hopefully benefit your mentorship experience.

Would you be interested in doing group mentorship if this option is available or do you prefer to receive one-on-one mentorship? *

In addition to our one-on-one mentor-mentee pairing, PUMP also offers group mentorship where you could be placed in a small group with a graduate mentor and some fellow mentees. We understand that the application process leading up to graduate school can be stressful and students might not always know where to begin. Our intention with group mentorship is to provide you with the opportunity to share experiences, insights, and concerns with a fellow peer that would hopefully benefit your mentorship experience.

Would you be interested in doing group mentorship if this option is available or do you prefer to receive one-on-one mentorship? Group Mentorship One-on-One Either option/I'm indifferent
What sorts of workshops or events would you like to see PUMP run this year?
Which Psychology courses will you be enrolled in for the 2022-2023 school year? Please indicate Course Title, Code, Section, and Term (F/W/Y) *
Are you able to complete a feedback form at the end of the school year for PUMP? *

Are you able to complete a feedback form at the end of the school year for PUMP? YES I prefer not to
Personal Characteristics

These questions are intended to help in the matching process and are viewed ONLY by specific PUMP executives in the mentorship program. The same questions will be included in the form sent to the mentors interested in the program.

If you do not feel comfortable answering some questions, please write "NA" for that question.
What is your gender?
What are your preferred pronouns?
Are you part of the LGTBQ+ community?
How would you identify your ethnicity and/or cultural status?
Would you be interested in joining the Black Students Mentorship Program (BSMP)?
BSMP is primarily intended for undergraduate students who identify as Black and could benefit from a targeted mentorship initiative.

Would you be interested in joining the Black Students Mentorship Program (BSMP)?
BSMP is primarily intended for undergraduate students who identify as Black and could benefit from a targeted mentorship initiative. YES NO
Would you identify as Aboriginal or First Nations?
Are you an immigrant to Canada?
Would you consider yourself to be a 2nd generation immigrant (born/raised in Canada, but with parents who were not raised in Canada)?
Are you the first in your family (not including siblings) to pursue an undergraduate degree in Canada?
Are you the first in your family (not including siblings) to pursue a graduate degree in Canada?
Would you consider finances to be an obstacle in your academic achievement or an obstacle for you or your family?
Do you have a visible or non-visible disability (If Yes, and comfortable sharing, please specify whether it is visible or non-visible)?
What are your personal interests and hobbies outside of your academics and research?
Please indicate personality descriptions that you feel describe you

Please indicate personality descriptions that you feel describe you Adventurous Creative Health conscious Optimistic Sensitive Spontaneous Compassionate Easygoing High energy Outgoing Serious Confident Funny Introverted Quiet Spiritual
Final Thoughts
We expect our Mentees to come from a range of backgrounds that are not limited to the personal characteristics documented here. Is there any additional information you would like to share that might help us pair you with a Mentor who may have encountered similar experiences as you?

PUMP Mentee Application (2022-2023)

PUMP Mentee Application (2022-2023)

Personal Characteristics

Final Thoughts