"Can I join the CAP Connection Program at any time?"
Yes. The CAP Connection Mentor Program officially begins each year on Alumni Day in the fall. Due to the expected high level of demand, mentors are encouraged to sign up as early as possible, but we gladly accept mentors throughout the school year. Student registration begins in the summer, although they can join anytime.

"What if contact can't be made after the first attempt?"
Keep trying. It is common for messages to get crossed. Try not to get frustrated.  If after several attempts, you are unable to reach your mentor or student, please contact the CAP Connection Coordinating Committee for assistance.

"What if I do not have the same career interests as my mentor?"
This is very common. The student and the mentor need to be aware that career matches may not be ideal.  The mentor is still able to serve as a resource by offering advice on professional life, portfolios and resumes, interviewing techniques, networking skills, etc. The mentor may also be able to introduce the student to a person who is in the area that the student is interested in pursuing.

"Does the mentoring relationship end at the conclusion of the school year?"
Not necessarily.  Most mentoring relationships eventually come to an end.  It is important that the pairs realize this and are prepared for it.  The end of the official mentor program does not have to mean the end of the mentor relationship.  Over time, the pairs naturally move on.  The student may graduate and become busy adjusting to a new life.  The mentor may relocate.  The relationship naturally dissolves--or it may not.  A mentor and student may agree to be matched again in the following year, or they may go their separate ways. (text from CALAMENT website)