INFORMATION FOR NEW STUDENTS
Settle into UWA with support from someone who's been there
Starting uni is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why in your first semester at UWA, you can be matched with a UniMentor, a current student who’s here to help you find your feet.
Whether you need tips on study spots, help with referencing, or want to know what’s happening socially, your mentor is just a message away. You’ll connect one-on-one and in small groups throughout the semester, so you’ll have plenty of chances to ask questions, share experiences, and feel part of the UWA community from day one.
Log In Using Your UWA Student Email
Ensure you use your UWA student email address (e.g., studentnumber@student.uwa.edu.au) to access all features of the platform.
Find a Mentor Today!
Click" Join now" below to join the program and get a UniMentor
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I choose a Mentor? First complete your profile with information on what help you are looking for. Then browse through the list of mentors and create mentoring request.
- How long will the mentors be available? We ask our mentors to make commitments of at least six months to one year in order to ensure that the student is able to fully benefit from the relationship. If a mentor must leave the relationship early, we request at least one month's notice in order to search for a replacement mentor with similar background.
- Relationship is not going well or I am concerned about membership, what to do? We encourage letting the mentor know about the situation and contact the Admin Immediately. We will provide our full support to resolve the situation in a positive and satisfactory manner.
- How long does the program run for? The program runs from O-week until week 6 of each semester.
- What happens if I no longer need support from my mentor? You can thank them for their support & let them know for now you are feeling settled and will reach out if any support is needed
- What can mentors help me with? can help you with settling into university and life at UWA, navigating studies and the academic environment, connecting with other students & navigating all the systems and services at UWA. They can also help you find study spots, social activities, and even point you towards the best coffee places on campus.
- What cant mentors help me with? UniMentor can help point you in the right direction when it comes to academic support but cannot actively tutor you, give feedback on assignments. For Academic support you can look at the Academic skill centre Here
- Will I get matched with someone in my exact course? Where possible we try and match you based on course and Major, where this is not possible we will match you with a student in the same school.
- Can I speak to more than one mentor? Yes, you are allowed to reach out and speak to multiple mentors to ask questions.
One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate a course to their destination. - John C. Maxwell
