Full Form of AMASS

What is AMASS Full Form?

AMASS full form is Alumni Mentors Aiding Student Success

What is Alumni Mentors Aiding Student Success?

The benefits of establishing student/alumni mentoring programs are immense. Students have the opportunity to talk and visit with professionals who were once students in their shoes. They have the chance to ask questions, observe the workplace, and learn about a specific company. The alumni mentors can “provide career guidance, encouragement during the academic program, advice on important course and field work, and opportunities to make professional contacts” (Dragovich and Margeton, 1995, p. 346). In addition, students build stronger connections to the institution through interaction with alumni. Today, many students are studying “vocational” curricula in which networking is key and previous experience is necessary. Mentoring provides both of these important opportunities, as well as many other benefits.