Diversity and Inclusion in I&M: IEEE Instrumentation and Measurement Mentorship Program
Judy M. Amanor-Boadu · IEEE Instrumentation & Measurement Magazine · 2024
The word ‘mentor’ can be traced back to one of liter-ature's ancient Greek epic poems, Homer's Odyssey [1]. In this poem, there is a character named ‘Mentor’ who is a friend to Odysseus (the protagonist) and also serves as a wise counselor to Odysseus's son, Telemachus. The concept of ‘Mentor’ has persisted through time and now has become synonymous with someone who can provide support based on past experiences, impact wisdom and/or provide guidance to another who s looking to develop their personal or professional growth. The person in this position is mostly referred to as the ‘mentee.’ Together, the mentor and mentee form a relationship known as ‘mentorship.’