University of Akron Office of Mentorship & Student Development group gathering

Office of Mentorship & Student Development

The Office of Mentorship & Student Development creates a welcoming environment where students can thrive, build connections, and access resources to support their success at UA—explore our mission, meet our team and discover ways to get involved below.


ADVANCE JumpStart New Student Orientation

UA’s New Student Orientation featuring an overnight stay.

Learning Communities

Groups of students enroll in classes together receive individualized guidance and mentoring to enhance academic success both inside and outside of the classroom.

Peer Mentoring Services

To help first-year students adjust to life in college we pair you with sophomores, juniors and seniors to meet regularly and also go to events and programs together.

Events & Programming

OMSD sponsors a variety of events/programs that give the UA campus community chances to participate and honor our students. Pictured above UA alumni Matthew Cherry.


Contact the Office of Mentorship & Student Development

Our campus location:
Simmons Hall, Room 124
Akron, OH 44325-1804

Phone: 330-972-6769
Fax: 330-972-8469