Peer mentors support diversity in STEM at UCSD
To boost retention and persistence among minority business and economics students, the University of California San Diego launched a peer mentoring program, among other support services. The first year benefited 20 mentees. The University of California, San Diego launched a Business and Economics Mentoring Program in fall 2022 to support students from underrepresented populations, including low-income students and first-generation students. The program provides academic support, one-on-one encouragement, social activities, networking and research opportunities.