b'STUDENT TRANSITIONSWhat makes mentorship different from other avenues of learning is that mentorship is relationship-based and centred within a supportive learning environment. It involves getting to know one another over a long period of time, usually with the mentor sharing their own experiences and guidance. Mentorship is a unique and sometimes transformative learning opportunity. found that hands-on learning with my mentor has beenwith an acquaintance of mine, they mentioned how a the most rewarding and beneficial. In my first year ofmentors style of guidance differs between people, and university, I participated in a medical-related mentor- that not all mentors are the same, nor are they compat-ship program as a mentee. During the program, thereible with everyone. For instance, some mentees require were many hands-on activities provided to promotemore involvement from their mentors; some require relationship-building between mentor and mentee.less involvement, depending on their learning style and It was then that I was able to gain the most from thewhat theyre used to. It is important to be paired with mentorship relationship as it allowed for closer insightsa mentor whose mentoring style works for you and into the field. whose professional background is suited to your unique interests. Not all mentor-mentee relationships will work What do you get out of being a mentorout due to interests, compatibility, or other external or mentee? factorsand thats OK.As a MenteeAs a mentee, I was able to learn a lot through different avenues. In most cases, mentorship is overall a positive and fulfilling experience. It can also be personal at times, as your mentor often shares their experiences to guide you in the right direction. That kind of learning is invaluable.Participating in mentorship helped to increase my confi-dence. Being able to relate to your mentor is an impor-tant aspect of mentorship. It is important because it helps to create a sense of belonging and not feeling out of place, which is something I had gone through. With more confidence and experience building relationships among people, my overall attitude and self-efficacyPractical education.improved. Mentorship gave me the ability to believe in myself and to find the right pathways toward my goals.REAL-WORLDMentorship is beneficial in that it can help you broaden your network, develop new skills, gain knowledge in many forms, and so much more.Nonetheless, not all mentors will be right for you. ItRESULTS.is important to identify your needs and what you are looking for in a mentor, especially when seeking out knowledge on a certain subject or area. While havingCampuses in Vermilion, Alta., and Lloydminster, Alta.commonalities is essential, compatibility is imperative for building a rewarding relationship. It wasnt until recently that I understood the impor-tance of compatibility in mentorship. In a discussion 2022indspiration51'