Dukes Mentor Dukes - James Madison University Athletics

Dukes Mentor Dukes is a self-guided mentorship program that focuses on cultivating strong, trusting relationships between experienced individuals and current JMU student-athletes.

Our Vision

Utilize our extensive James Madison University Alumni base and industry leaders to support and guide current student-athletes toward their personal and professional goals.

Program Structure

Each prospective mentor and mentee fill out an intake form and is matched by the Dukes Lead team based on student-athlete industry preference and general interest.
Upon matching in the fall, a profile, a handbook, and general guidelines will be provided to both mentor and mentee.
The pair engages in a year-long relationship, with at least three touch points per semester.
The Dukes Lead team will reach out via survey, phone call, or email once a semester to collect feedback.
After the initial year is over, the pair may elect to stay matched or request a new mentor or mentee.
Mentors will be invited to in-person events hosted by the Dukes Lead team.