New Employee Buddy Program

The first Buddy Program cohort is now closed. The next cohort will begin on January 28, 2026.
You can reserve your spot now to be part of the next round!

For Supervisors, please use the Buddy Program Recommendation Form to nominate employees to serve as New Employee Buddy.

New Employee Buddy Program Commitments

By participating in the Buddy Program, I agree to:

☑️ Connect with my assigned new employee buddy at least biweekly for a period of  3 months.
☑️ Provide informal guidance on university culture, norms and available resources.
☑️ Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of my buddy.
☑️ Encourage questions, offer support and promote inclusiveness.
☑️ Participate in brief check-ins or surveys to help assess and improve the program.
☑️ Notify the program coordinator if issues arise or if I am unable to continue my participation.

New Employee Buddy Program Training: 3 months · 5 sessions 

1. Kick-Off Training 

Buddy Program Training: Training sessions will cover:

2.  Soft Skills - Facilitator - WolfPack Learning

3. Mentoring and Coaching Basics-  Facilitator - Workforce Planning and Initiatives

4. Company Values -  Facilitator - AVP of Human Resources Kenya Lewis- Brewer 

5. Buddy Program  Celebration - Location TBD

Participants can expect to commit approximately 60 minutes per session, totaling 4–6 hours per month over the 3-month duration of the program.

 
Buddy Program Recommendation Buddy Application

Service Offerings (2)

Buddy Program Recommendation
For Supervisors, please use the Buddy Program Recommendation Form to nominate employees to serve as New Employee Buddy.
Buddy Application
The Buddy Program pairs new employees with experienced team members to help them navigate the company, answer questions, and ease their transition. It promotes a smooth onboarding experience and a sense of belonging.