亦师亦友 — both mentor and friend
Mentorship Program (Yi Shi Yi You)
The Mentorship Program (亦师亦友, Yi Shi Yi You) is a signature initiative of the RUC North America Alumni Association. It pairs experienced alumni of Renmin University of China with fellow alumni and recent graduates for career guidance, professional development, and lasting community across the United States and Canada.
One of the association's most active programs, it runs recurring sessions and cohorts and is a frequent feature of our newsroom and WeChat official account.
Apply as a MenteeFor alumni and recent graduates seeking guidanceApply as a MentorFor alumni ready to guide others
What the program offers
Career mentorship — one-on-one and group guidance from alumni across industries.
Professional development — workshops and sharing sessions, including navigating careers in the AI era.
Community — a network that connects generations of RUC alumni in North America.
Follow the program
New sessions and recaps are shared through our News section and on our WeChat official account (RUC北美校友会).