Mentorship Program Mission
The Native American Student Services Mentorship Program is a program designed to help first year college students transition smoothly to post-secondary education. Through the program, there are several opportunities for students to network, build relationships, and identify personal goals and aspirations that will contribute to a successful college experience at Â鶹´«Ã½.
Goals
- Provide resources and opportunities for social growth.
- Recognize and build upon the strengths of the mentee.
- Development realistic long-term and short-term goals.
- Strengthen academic, social, and personal skills.
- Focus on the growth of the mentee throughout their college experience.
Meet the Mentors
Shea Ortiz
Hi there! My name is Shea Ortiz and I am the Mentor Program Coordinator for Native American Student Services. I was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico and from the Tewa Tribe of San Ildefonso Pueblo. I just finished my second year at Â鶹´«Ã½ studying Business Administration with and Emphasis of Management and a Minor in Global Affairs. I am active in many clubs and groups on campus from American Indian Student Organization to a business fraternity of Delta Sigma Pi.
My first year at Â鶹´«Ã½, I was mentored by an upper classman, which helped guide me through my first year in college. From then on, I fell in love with the mentoring program because it guided me when I needed it, assisted in strengthening my campus connections and helped me grow as person and student, and my mentor was there every step of the way. I am passionate about building connections as a Mentor Coordinator that will help you succeed in every aspect of your life, academically, professionally, and personally. I look forward to what the year brings and having a great time with you!
If you would like more information, please reach out to me.
Autumn Tsosie
Ya’a’tééh! My name is Autumn Tsosie and my tribe is Dine/Navajo. My clan is the Red Streak People and born for the Near the Water People. I am from Rocksprings, NM and I just finished my third year at Â鶹´«Ã½. My major is Biology with a Pre-Health emphasis. On campus, I am a Stryker Institute Scholar, a member of the American Indian Student Organization, and SACNAS.
I am so excited for you all to be joining us this Fall. Welcome to Â鶹´«Ã½ and we hope you will visit us at the Native American Student Services (NASS). This upcoming Fall will be my third year as a mentor with NASS. I am very passionate about helping others navigate their way through college and being able to be that person you can come to with any questions. I hope you are all having a memorable summer and I cannot wait to help you all with your first year of college!
For more information, please email me.
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