President's Council Mentoring Program

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Transform Your Professional Journey 

Since 1987, the President's Council Mentoring Program has been bridging the gap between academic excellence and professional success. This prestigious year-long program connects ambitious UofL students with distinguished leaders from Louisville's public and private sectors, creating powerful partnerships that launch extraordinary careers.

Your Bridge from Classroom to Career 

Through one-on-one mentorship with accomplished professionals, you'll gain:

  • Insider Industry Knowledge: Learn from leaders who've shaped your chosen field
  • Professional Navigation Skills: Master the art of career advancement
  • Confidence in Action: Develop executive presence and leadership abilities
  • Powerful Connections: Build a network that opens doors
  • Real-world Perspective: Transform academic knowledge into professional success
  • Personal Growth: Discover and develop your professional identity

Program Impact 

Our mentees graduate with: 

  • Enhanced professional confidence and presence 
  • Strategic career planning skills
  • Expanded professional networks
  • Refined social and business etiquette
  • Clear pathways to industry success 
  • Invaluable relationships with community leaders

Join this Elite Opportunity

Each year, we select approximately 50 exceptional juniors to participate in this transformative experience.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • 3.5 cumulative GPA
  • 45-80 earned credit hours or junior-level status
  • Commitment to professional growth
  • Strong leadership potential

Note: This opportunity is open to all qualified UofL students, not just Honors Program participants.

Application Process 

Eligible students receive invitations via their university email during their sophomore spring semester. Watch your UofL email for this exclusive opportunity.

Timeline:

  • Spring Semester: Applications open
  • Summer: Mentor matching process
  • Fall: Program begins
  • Full academic year: Active mentorship

Ready to Transform Your Future? 

For program inquiries contact Jimmy Kidd