Article Features UMaine Mentoring Volunteers
The Bangor Daily News on Thursday carried a feature story about the UMaine Black Bear Mentors Program, run through the Bodwell Center for Service and Volunteerism. Now in its seventh year, the program pairs UMaine students with area youth in their schools for games, mentoring and discussions. Program coordinator Erin Lennon says the program focuses on academics and life skills and builds both confidence and self-esteem in participating children.