EMPOWER
Multi-leveled collaboration between faculty, administrators, and leadership.
EMPOWER supports University of Maine-University of Maine at Machias faculty at multiple stages of career development in their quest to achieve significant professional growth and advancement, including in research and scholarly activity. This year-long mentoring experience is offered by the Office of the Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate School in partnership with the Office of the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost.
Individualized Outcomes
Mentors and mentees meet on a regular basis and develop individual goals throughout their one-year mentoring relationship. Mentees work towards at least one significant accomplishment during this process, typically an external grant submission.
Financial support
Both parties receive limited funds in support of research and professional development.
Collaborative framework
In cases where mentees face unique challenges that would impact them professionally, including in their research and scholarly activity, their primary mentors are complemented by others who are qualified to assist.