Wondering how to schedule a meeting with a success counselor? Looking for a peer mentor? Curious about becoming one? Housing all support services, the Student Success Hub is your one-stop shop for guidance throughout your SFBU journey.
 

Students talking in a lecture hall

Student Success Hub’s Mission

We created the Student Success Hub to realize student dreams for a centralized space where Bayhawks can gather, learn, teach and find community. Located across from SFBU’s main building, the Hub houses the Student Success Team dedicated to nurturing every aspect of your well-being — academic, personal, professional, financial, nutritional, and spiritual. At the heart of our mission is a commitment to your success and growth in all areas of life.

 

Check out some of the resources you’ll find at the Hub, from one-on-one academic and career advising to wellness counseling.

Group of admissions workers

Enrollment, Academic and Career Advising

  • Enrollment Assistance: Advisors guide admitted students throughout the enrollment process to ensure eligibility and on-time document submission.
  • Academic Advising: Student Success Counselors help students choose courses that match their academic needs and professional interests.
  • Career Development and Mobility: Student Success Counselors lead one-on-one and group sessions on resume writing, interviewing and strategic job searching before connecting students with potential employers via seminars, job fairs and other outreach activities.
     
Keyboard showing disability icons

Accessibility and Disability Services

Accommodations Coordination: We work with eligible students to determine and implement appropriate accommodations based on individual needs, such as extended time for exams, note-taking assistance and accessible formats for course materials.
Accessibility Resources: We provide resources like accessible campus transportation, priority registration and assistive technology to enhance academic participation and student life.
Advocacy and Support: We serve as an advocate for students with disabilities, collaborating with faculty and staff to promote awareness and facilitate reasonable accommodations in accordance with federal and state laws.
Educational Workshops: We offer workshops and training sessions on disability-related topics to promote understanding and support within the university community.
 

two hands during counseling

Health and Wellness Services

Counseling Services: Licensed therapists provide individual and group counseling to support mental health, manage stress and address personal challenges.

Wellness Workshops: Regular workshops and seminars cover topics such as stress management, mindfulness, sleep hygiene, and substance abuse prevention.

Crisis Intervention: Immediate support and resources are available for students experiencing emergencies or crises.
 

Under My Wing: Peer Mentorship

The Under My Wing: Peer Mentorship Program enhances the Bayhawk experience by linking Master's students one-on-one with a peer mentor. Students and mentors are matched based on common academic interests, career goals, life challenges, and experiences. Topics range from time management and work-life balance to networking and job-seeking advice.

Master's students are paired with someone invested in their success — a person ready to listen, provide career advice, help navigate challenges, and recognize opportunities. At the same time, mentors will build their networks and develop skills to become better professionals and leaders.

Why Mentorship

What Do Mentors and Mentees Discuss? 

Conversations will vary depending on the needs of each mentee and the expertise offered by their mentor, but you can expect to discuss some of the following topics together:

  • How will my major impact my professional options?
  • How do I stand out in a job or internship application?
  • How do I balance the demands of school, responsibilities and socializing?
  • How can I set myself up for academic, social and career success?
  • How do I make connections with peers and professional contacts?

Mentor Eligibility Criteria

Peer Mentors must be Master's students with 20 or fewer credits left before their graduation date and commit until the official program end date of Spring 2025.

Mentee Eligibility Criteria

Peer Mentees must be Master's students who have completed 9 or fewer credits (one term or less).

How Does the Program Work?

Students interested in becoming a peer mentor should submit the following form. After the incoming class is fully enrolled, our office will begin pairing students and notify you accordingly.

We are actively recruiting students and mentors for the upcoming school year. 

Sign up to be a Mentee Sign up to be a mentor