WLP Mentoring Program
Purpose of the WLP Mentoring Program
To provide WLP members and student scholarship recipients the opportunity to connect and create an environment in which to learn, practice, teach, and network together to enhance the USF student experience.
Part of the mission of WLP is to teach the value of leadership and philanthropy as well as guide students who receive WLP scholarships through their journey at USF and beyond. Therefore, becoming a mentor through WLP focuses on connections between students and members that often last a lifetime. As a program, we want to provide an easy, comfortable, and convenient opportunity for WLP members to serve as a mentor and fulfill their desire to give back to USF students.
For WLP scholarship recipients, we want to provide connectivity to WLP members, campus leaders, and community influencers that can help guide, educate, and positively impact their personal and professional growth and development.
"Mentorship through WLP has been life-changing—it’s not just about financial support, but about being surrounded by strong, inspiring women who invest in your growth. Thanks to my mentors, I’ve gained confidence, built professional connections, and secured opportunities like a legal internship and law school recommendations. Their guidance helped me stay focused, balanced, and empowered, and I hope to one day pay it forward by becoming a mentor myself."
- Alison '25
Professionals: Share your knowledge and experience
This is your opportunity to connect with and mentor current students on professional development, career options, goal setting and more.
Students: Build your network, unlock opportunity
Students have the opportunity to seek knowledge and advice, explore career fields, and build professional networks.
Other ways to be a WLP mentor
- WLP Mentoring Committee: Members may volunteer on the WLP Mentoring Committee, which serves as a conduit to connect students and WLP members through mentorship and student focused events. This committee meets only a few times a year and in collaboration with the WLP Student Council helps facilitate professional development events each semester.
- WLP Events: Members are encouraged to attend WLP events throughout the year, where they will be provided with the opportunity to meet USF students in the WLP scholarship program. Events hosted by WLP strive to bring students and members together to provide a space for forming special bonds that continue long after graduation.
- Establish a WLP Scholarship: Many WLP members have established named scholarships that assist USF students in reaching their educational goals. Each year, these members receive letters from the students benefitting from their scholarships and can request to connect with their WLP scholar via phone, email, or in person.
Please contact a WLP team member at wlp@usf.edu to get started as a WLP mentor or learn more about these mentoring opportunities.
