Monday, 2 November 2026

How to Mentor Undergraduates as a Graduate Student: Challenges, Rewards, and Personal Insights

Two entomology students in white lab coats work at a laboratory bench with shelving and equipment in the background. A woman sits to the left pointing at a wooden box, while a man stands to the right holding a clipboard and looking toward her.

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A graduate student in entomology shares practical lessons from mentoring undergraduates. Clear expectations, patient guidance, and attention to students' goals can strengthen research experiences while helping mentors build leadership and communication skills. [Read more]

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