The School of Travel Industry Management offers mentorship programs to undergraduate TIM students to help support their personal and professional development and to build connections with peers, alumni and the local travel industry.
About FMP
The Freshman Mentorship Program (FMP) is a student-run club created by students for students. The program aims to expose members to the unique culture and history of Hawaiʻi—the foundation of the state's tourism industry—while fostering mentorship, meaningful connections, and access to resources that support student success.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Freshman Mentorship Program (FMP) is to create a supportive, student-driven community that fosters mentorship, meaningful connections, and access to resources while exposing members to the unique culture and history of Hawaiʻi.
What is in it for you?
- Networking opportunities
- Opportunity to meet other TIM major students (upperclassmen and incoming freshmen)
- Develop career soft skills
- Exposure to career options in tourism, hospitality, and transportation
- Convenient hours based on your schedule
- Looks great on a resume
- Attend in-person and virtual events
- Exclusive events for participants
- And more!
Past Events
- Resource Scavenger Hunt
- Art & Alumni
- Alumni Career Pathways & Connections Event
- Iolani Palace Tour
- Bishop Museum Tour
- Financial Aid Workshops
- Beach Clean Ups
Connect with FMP
- Email: timfmp@hawaii.edu
- Instagram: @uhm_timfmp
Although the registered organization has members who are university students, the registered organization is independent of the university and does not represent the views of the university. The registered organization is responsible for its own contracts, acts, or omissions.
The HLTA Generational Mentorship Program pairs some of the best hospitality students in Hawaiʻi with the top hospitality leaders in the state. The formalized mentoring program allows students to learn a variety of topics around leadership, emotional intelligence, personal branding, and leading through change from the general managers whom they are paired with. Mahalo to HLTA for their generous and continual support of TIM students.
If you have any questions regarding mentorship opportunities, please contact:
TIM Office of Student Academic Services
timinfo@hawaii.edu