Apply to become a mentor or mentee with the Health Sciences Staff Mentorship Program. Develop a support network that will enhance your work experience.
Mentee Application Mentor Application
UNM Health Sciences employees open to exploring a mentee/mentor relationship can apply to take part in the UNM HSC Mentorship Program. The HSC Mentorship Program will begin accepting applications on March 2, 2026 and the Application Deadline is April 17, 2026.
The mission of the HSC Staff Mentorship Program is to provide staff with training resources, to explore growth opportunities and to expand networking within the University.
The HSC Staff Mentorship program is brought to you by Rebecca Napier, Vice President Finance & Administration, HSC, in collaboration with the university's Human Resources department. With Rebecca Napier's executive sponsorship and HR's training resources, the newly revamped program is more structured and formalized in a way that will promote maximum growth and opportunity for both mentors and mentees.
All professional development workshops and events in the program are designed to promote the strengths and career potential of the mentees. Workshops are designed to help mentees identify and promote their strengths and skills and develop leadership skills. Mentors are encouraged to attend a few of the workshops with their mentee.
In addition to attending the workshops. Mentors and mentees are expected to meet once a month (in person, virtual etc.) for program duration, and complete the monthly check-in forms.
At the end of the program cohort, mentors and mentees who complete the program requirements receive a certificate of completion. To complete the program, mentees (and mentors) must complete the evaluations as part of the program cycle.
Mentees are required to attend at least three of the development sessions provided in order to complete the program.
The goal is to help improve the mentee's knowledge, skills and abilities as well as to understand the HSC culture. Mentors and mentees also have opportunities to network and exchange ideas.
Qualities sought in mentors:
Qualities sought in mentees:
NOTE: Participation in the HSC Mentorship Program does not in any way guarantee advancement, promotion or salary increases. The program is meant to inspire and support a rewarding and evolving career at UNM. The program is designed to help provide excelling staff members with support and resources to help grow their career.
The program should inspire career growth and development, while not interfering or imposing upon an employee’s responsibility to their position, particularly with regards to release time. A mentee in the mentoring program can expect to devote two to three hours a month toward the program and a mentor can expect to devote one to two hours a month.
2026 events are still under development:
Here are examples of last years events
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Orientation Session - June 22nd, 2026, 10:00 am to 12 noon |
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Workshop 1 -Thinking Without an Easy Button Not every challenge has a clear answer. How you respond is often shaped by your DiSC style. This course focuses on navigating ambiguity and solving problems when there’s no obvious path forward. Participants will learn how different styles react to uncertainty, practice slowing down their thinking, and explore multiple perspectives to make thoughtful, well-informed decisions in complex situations |
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Workshop 2 - Leaders Mindset Leadership begins with how you think. The Leader’s Mindset focuses on developing the attitudes and beliefs that drive effective leadership behavior. In this workshop, participants explore how shifting from a reactive, task-focused approach to a proactive, people-centered mindset can improve trust, engagement, and results. Through practical application, participants will learn how to take ownership, prioritize what matters most, and lead with intention. The course emphasizes building credibility, strengthening relationships, and aligning actions with organizational goals and helping leaders to navigate challenges and create meaningful impact. |
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Workshop 3 - Disrupt Everything In a rapidly changing environment, success depends on the ability to think differently and act boldly. Disrupt Everything equips participants with the mindset and tools to challenge assumptions, reframe problems, and drive meaningful innovation. This workshop helps individuals move beyond incremental improvement to identify breakthrough opportunities. Participants will learn how to question the status quo, generate creative solutions, and take smart risks that lead to impactful results. Through practical application, they will build confidence in navigating change and leading innovation in their teams and organizations. |
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Workshop 4 - Networking and Giving And Receiving high-impact Feedback Strong relationships and effective feedback are essential to individual and team success. This workshop combines the skills of purposeful networking with the ability to give and receive feedback in a way that builds trust and drives performance. Participants will learn how to build meaningful professional connections, strengthen existing relationships, and communicate with intention. The session also focuses on delivering clear, constructive feedback and responding to feedback with openness and accountability. Through practical exercises, participants will develop the confidence to engage in conversations that enhance collaboration, improve performance, and support a positive work environment. |
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Workshop 5 - Resilience and Change This workshop develops the core behaviors needed to remain effective during change. Participants will strengthen their ability to adapt to shifting priorities, manage personal responses to uncertainty, and maintain performance under pressure. Emphasis is placed on self-awareness, flexibility, and supporting others through change to sustain engagement and results |
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Workshop 6 - Multipliers Foundations (virtual/Hybrid) Great leaders don’t just lead—they amplify the intelligence and capability of those around them. Multipliers Foundations introduces the core principles of Multipliers leadership, helping participants understand how their behaviors can either expand or limit the potential of others. In this workshop, participants learn how to shift from a directive approach to one that invites contribution, ownership, and growth. They will explore practical strategies to create an environment where people feel valued, challenged, and empowered to do their best work. Through reflection and application, participants build the skills to foster engagement, strengthen team performance, and achieve better results by unlocking the full potential of their teams. |
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Closeout Session - December 2026, Date/Time TBD |
UNM HSC Staff Mentorship Program
MSC07 4340
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131