StudentConnect Pairs Applicants With a College Mentor at the School
Alyson Wyers — March 10, 2016 — Social Good
References: studentconnect.co & springwise
This college mentor platform matches current students with curious applicants with similar interests. StudentConnect tackles the life-altering decision of picking the right school for post-secondary education. The matchmaking organization helps university applicants get advice on potential majors, course work and future ambitions while also improving their chances of getting into college. Mentors also earn money using this scheme by helping others get in and answering their queries. So far 73 schools are participating with 217 mentors.
The college mentor platform connects the pair via a half an hour video chat. This gives the applicants the chance to ask questions about the academic institution, its courses and application process. StudentConnect mentors earn some extra spending money without even having to leave their dorms just by giving advice.
The college mentor platform connects the pair via a half an hour video chat. This gives the applicants the chance to ask questions about the academic institution, its courses and application process. StudentConnect mentors earn some extra spending money without even having to leave their dorms just by giving advice.
Trend Themes
1. Personalized Mentorship - Using technology to connect college students with applicants and provide personalized guidance for choosing the right school.
2. Virtual Networking - Leveraging video chat technology to facilitate connections between mentors and applicants, providing an accessible and convenient platform for mentorship.
3. Monetizing Student Expertise - Creating opportunities for college students to earn money by sharing their knowledge and experiences with prospective applicants.
Industry Implications
1. Education Technology - Developing platforms and tools that enhance the college application process and support mentorship initiatives.
2. Video Conferencing - Providing innovative video chat solutions to enable seamless communication and mentorship interactions between college students and applicants.
3. Gig Economy - Leveraging the gig economy model to create opportunities for college students to monetize their skills and expertise in mentorship roles.
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