College of Arts and Sciences Mentorship Program

This initiative is exclusively for full-time sophomore, junior, or senior students in A&S, offering a unique opportunity to be paired with Seton Hall alumni who are seasoned professionals eager to share their insights and experiences. This year, our focus is on developing essential soft skills and enhancing human interaction, especially in an era where AI is rapidly transforming the workplace.

Through this program, the students will gain “real-world” advice, feedback on potential career paths, and professional guidance to help you navigate the early stages of your journey.

For our esteemed mentors, this program is more than just a chance to give back—it's an opportunity to reconnect with the Seton Hall community and shape the next generation of leaders. As a mentor, you'll guide students and help them build the interpersonal skills needed to thrive in any professional environment. Plus, you'll have the chance to share your success stories, offering students invaluable lessons drawn from your own career.

Join us in fostering the development of tomorrow's leaders while enriching your own professional journey.

How does the A&S Mentorship Program Work?

The mentorship program kicks off with an initial interview to better understand your goals and interests, ensuring a meaningful pairing with a mentor. Once matched, you’ll attend a kickoff meeting where expectations will be set, and you’ll have the chance to meet your mentor. Throughout the program, you and your mentor are expected to meet 3-4 times—either virtually or in person. Along the way, there may be a couple of networking events to further enhance your experience. The program will culminate in a celebration event in May, where we’ll recognize the growth and achievements of both mentors and mentees.

For more information, contact Dorothy Lee, Director of Volunteer and Strategic Engagement, at [email protected]

Mentor Expectations

The role of a mentor is special because it gives you the power to make a difference in a student's life. The goal is to create a comfortable and trusting relationship with the mentee. Being a mentor requires leadership and commitment, and it is also a great opportunity to shape the next generation of leaders. As a mentor, you'll help students build the interpersonal skills needed to thrive in any professional environment. Plus, you'll have the chance to share your success stories, offering students invaluable lessons from your career.

As a mentor, you are expected to initiate the first contact with your mentee within one week of the kickoff meeting. You should also ensure that you and your mentee meet at least 3-4 times, either virtually or in person. Additionally, you should provide actionable feedback and guidance during these meetings, helping your mentee develop their soft skills and professional growth.

When your mentee is not meeting your expectations, you are also expected to report this back to the mentorship program coordinators in a timely manner. The information of the coordinators is listed on the mentorship website.

Please fill out this form. It will help us to match you up with the mentees. https://setonhall.formstack.com/forms/a_s_mentors

Mentee Expectations

As a mentee of the A&S Mentorship Program, we expect students to come in with a respectful attitude. Our alumni volunteers and coordinators have been preparing this program for months and your motivation and cooperation is essential. Mentees will need to meet with their mentors at desired times and find the best form of communication with their mentors. The most important part of the mentee/mentor relationship is communication. You are expected to respond to your mentor’s outreach within 48 hours.

You should actively participate in scheduling and preparing for each of the 3-4 required meetings, ensuring you are prepared with questions or topics for discussion. Prompt communication and a commitment to this timeline are essential to make the most of your mentorship experience.

To apply for this mentorship program, fill out the application form before the deadline. The application is currently open. Apply here: https://setonhall.formstack.com/forms/ssmp_student_application_copy

Steps to Become a Mentee

  • Submit applications before the due date.
  • The coordinators will review your application at the end of the application period.
  • We will schedule an interview with you.
  • If you are selected, we will contact you with the mentor we match for you and announce the kickoff meeting details.
  • You can begin to exchange with your mentor on professional objectives and gain insight into your careers.
  • Need help? We are always here to help our students succeed. Contact one of the coordinators, and we’d be happy to assist you to get the most out of this program.

Meet the Mentors

Amanda AustinAmanda Austin

Therapist & Behavior Analyst
North Star Family Autism Center
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (862) 432-1829
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Tyler Boisvert

Tyler Boisvert

Executive Director
Zeta Psi Fraternity and Zeta Psi Educational Foundation
Email:[email protected]
Phone: (603) 661-4424
LinkedIn
Mantra: You're only as good as the people you surround yourself with.

Melissa Cohen

Melissa Cohen

Attorney
Seiden Family Law
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (973) 219-3287
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Jennifer DeStefano

Jennifer DeStefano

Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Team Health
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (862) 222-7876

Crescenzo Fonzo

Crescenzo Fonzo

Director of Music / Retired Executive Director of the Career Engagement Center- Saint Peter's University
Saint Anthony's Parish Community
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (973) 981-4511
LinkedIn
Mantra: Enjoy life , love and serve others with joy, and live to your fullest potential!

Michael Gordon

Michael Gordon

Attorney | Professor | Bar Examiner | Author
Teva Pharmaceuticals | Seton Hall University | State of New Jersey Board of Bar Examiners
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (862) 485-0407
LinkedIn
Mantra: The great leaders don't seek to create more followers - they seek to create more leaders. Reach out to me when you're ready!

Margaret Hart

Margaret Hart

Marketing Manager
Gourmet Kitchen
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (862) 812-4842
LinkedIn
Mantra: "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." - Lao Tzu

Michele Henson

Michele Henson

Strategic Program Leader, Portfolio Enablement
Guardian Life
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1 (908) 565-1556
LinkedIn
Mantra: What is for you does not pass you!

Aaron Ilano

Aaron Ilano

Vascular Surgeon
Jefferson Einstein Medical Center
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (562) 965-3767
Mantra: You are ready. You are ready. They can knock you down but they can never knock you out!

Anthony Istrico

Anthony Istrico

Director
Istrico Productions
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (201) 697-4506
LinkedIn
Mantra: Tomorrow is not guaranteed; make the most of it.

Sarah Krinsky

Sarah Krinsky

Associate Director of Career Development and Field Work Term
Bennington College
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (917) 699-0921
LinkedIn
Mantra: "I realized that the hardest mountains to conquer are the ones constructed inside our minds." ― Jean Muenchrath

Dr. Anthony Lanzo

Dr. Anthony Lanzo

Elementary Principal - Verona (K-4)
Verona Public Schools
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (201) 247-3274
Mantra: Make the grass green wherever you go!

Katy McHugh

Katy McHugh

Senior Market Research Analyst
Curinos
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (973) 934-8295
LinkedIn

Christopher Morbelli

Christopher Morbelli

Lawyer
Lord, Kobrin, Alvarez and Fattell, LLC
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (718) 619-9014
LinkedIn

Joshua Novello

Joshua Novello

Accepted Medical Student / EMT
Bergen County EMS
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (201) 686-8140
LinkedIn
Mantra: Everything happens for a reason!

Nicole Olaya

Nicole Olaya

First SVP, Chief Credit Officer
Columbia Bank
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (973) 769-5419
LinkedIn
Mantra: Execute all projects with a "Spirit of Excellence."

Pirate Head

Robert Starosciak

Financial Adviser -First Vice President and Portfolio manager
Morgan Stanley
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (908) 601-6169

John Strapp

John Strapp

Chairman
The Kinetix Group
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1 (201) 787-5035
LinkedIn
Mantra: I firmly believe Motown is the finest pop music genre!!!!