{"id":73541,"date":"2026-09-10T12:04:56","date_gmt":"2026-09-10T09:04:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eap.gr\/?p=73541"},"modified":"2026-09-10T12:04:57","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T09:04:57","slug":"call-for-openeu-mentees-do-you-start-your-first-degree-year-dont-need-to-do-it-alone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eap.gr\/en\/2026\/09\/10\/call-for-openeu-mentees-do-you-start-your-first-degree-year-dont-need-to-do-it-alone\/","title":{"rendered":"Call for OpenEU Mentees: Do you start your first-degree year? Don\u2019t need to do it alone!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Call for OpenEU Mentees: Do you start your first-degree year? Don\u2019t need to do it alone!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"741\" height=\"237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eap.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jn36mlu6m97paeqpfl990a4zhs8i-002.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-73537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eap.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jn36mlu6m97paeqpfl990a4zhs8i-002.png 741w, https:\/\/www.eap.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/jn36mlu6m97paeqpfl990a4zhs8i-002-300x96.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Starting university could be exciting; however, it could generate concerns and make you feel no trust in your skills to deal with some new demands. To meet a student who has overcome the same way could be helpful!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Please, read and answer next questions:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you feel that, as a student with a disability, you need any support or accommodations to fully engage in university life?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you feel that living in a rural area makes it difficult to connect with others or find support when facing challenges as a student?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As a woman beginning a STEAM degree, do you feel fully supported in your academic journey?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As a migrant student, do you feel you need additional support to adapt to a new language, culture, or educational environment?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you answer YES at least in one of the last questions, the OpenEU mentorship program could help you to face your new demands!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What does it consist of?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OpenEU Mentor is a student from your university who could help in your own first steps. You will be able to share your doubts in a safety relationship. These mentors offer a first help, that allow you to adapt better in your university life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What do OpenEU Mentors offer you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Advice and guidance to help you settle into university life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strategies to strengthen your self-management and study skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information about the support services and opportunities available at your university.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A safe and supportive relationship where you can discuss your questions and concerns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ongoing support throughout your transition to university life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>How can I access an OpenEU Mentor?<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting university is a big step, but having someone to support you along the way can make all the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You do not need to have everything figured out to take part. All you need is a willingness to learn, share your concerns, and make the most of the support available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply complete your university&#8217;s application form to join the programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the Open-EU Mentoring Programme and start this new stage with greater confidence, support, and connection to your university community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to get started? Apply now by completing the Recruitment Form of your university:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Daugavpils Universitate (DU)(External link)<\/a><br><a>FernUniversit\u00e4t in Hagen (FeU)(External link)(External link)<\/a><br><a>H\u00e1sk\u00f3linn \u00e1 Bifr\u00f6st (BU)(External link)(External link)<\/a><br><a>Hellenic Open University (HOU)(External link)(External link)<\/a><br><a>Open University Cyprus (OUC)(External link)(External link)<\/a><br><a>Open Universiteit (OU)(External link)(External link)<\/a><br><a>Universidade Aberta (UAb)(External link)<\/a><br><a>Universidad Nacional de Educaci\u00f3n a Distancia (UNED)(External link)<\/a><br><a>Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)(External link)<\/a><br><a>St. Cyril and St. Methodius University of Veliko Tarnovo (UVT)(External link)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply now and discover that you do not have to navigate university life alone.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Call for OpenEU Mentees: Do you start your first-degree year? 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