International Mentor Programme - IMP
The International Mentor Programme (IMP) at the University of Otago pairs international students with enthusiastic, friendly Otago students to help them settle into Dunedin, and adjust to life at the University. Our Mentors all volunteer their time to be a part of the Programme and receive peer support training to prepare them for their role. A significant part of the Programme is about providing pastoral care and support for new international students but the Programme also fulfils an important social function. Throughout each Semester IMP holds free and subsidised events such as movie screenings, pizza evenings and ice skating trips for both Mentors and Mentees. Joining IMP is a great way to meet people from all over the world, have fun and be part of a valuable social and support network.
IMP also runs its own monitored email loop so that students registered with the Programme can advertise events, sell or buy items, arrange trips and share transport.
Join the Programme: Application Form for New International Students
As part of the International Mentor Programme (IMP) you will be matched with a Mentor who will answer any questions you have about New Zealand, Dunedin and the University before and after your arrival.
You will also enjoy entry to many free and subsidised events throughout each Semester. Coming along to these events is a great way to meet people from all over the world, make lots of friends and have heaps of fun!
If you'd like to apply to become a part of the IMP community please download and complete the International Student Application Form (PDF format, 97K) and forward it to international.mentor@otago.ac.nz or fax it to the number provided at the bottom of the form.
Become a Mentor: Application Form for current University of Otago Students
- Want to make friends from New Zealand and all over the world?
- Want to receive entry into free and subsidised social events?
- Want to make your Resume more attractive?
- Want to receive Peer Support Training?
- Want to know more about a country and culture before you study there yourself?
The International Mentor Programme (IMP) matches Otago students with new international students for one or two semesters. IMP Mentors answer any questions Mentees may have before and after their arrival and act as a point of contact for new students throughout their stay, while having fun and learning about other cultures. IMP is a fantastic way to extend your horizons and broaden your skill set while here at Otago.
If you'd like to apply to be a vital part of the IMP team, please download and complete an IMP Mentor Application Form (PDF format, 92K) and forward it to international.mentor@otago.ac.nz or fax it to the number provided at the bottom of the form.
