BucGuide Academy

College of Business and Technology

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Mission Statement
The BucGuide Academy (BGA) is an extracurricular mentorship program that helps CBAT sophomores grow academically, professionally, and personally. Co-designed by student leaders and the faculty advisor, BGA fosters a supportive community where students learn, lead, and thrive.
- Mission: Equip CBAT students to become their best selves
- Vision: A launchpad for student success
- Strategy: Student-centered, application-driven, and community-engaged
- Mantra: BucGuide, BucThrive!
Why BGA?
- Mentees: Holistic coaching from peers, faculty, and industry professionals
- Peer Mentors: Leadership training with real-world practice
- BGA Student Leaders: Meaningful leadership roles and a standout portfolio
- Industry Partners: Make a positive impact and gain access to future talent
- CBAT: Strengthen student success and elevate the college experience
Who is BGA for?
- CBAT sophomores of all backgrounds.
- No minimum GPA is required.
- Sophomores willing to take ownership of their journey and embrace support.
- Sophomores who are excelling, facing challenges, or looking to build connections.
How Does BGA Work?
- Mentees join teams supported by peer, faculty, and industry mentors.
- Mentees connect with mentors at activities or schedule 1:1 meetings as needed.
- Mentees choose activities that fit their schedules.
- Consistent participation earns certification; exceptional growth earns awards.
Testimonials

"BGA has helped me by showing me there are people who genuinely care for your success. It does not matter your background, your intelligence but rather your ability to show up and give effort. I was so nervous when going to the event night, I was awkward and did not feel like I belonged, it's the truth. But after that night, I saw how many people truly want to see me succeed in whatever I do and will help you in any way they can to make you succeed.

BGA did not only teach me to be confident in myself, but to also be confident in others to give me a shot. BGA showed me that I'm a natural born leader and that I can take charge in a room just by presence alone. Other than personal things, BGA and my mentor Max taught me what a "connection" is. They taught me the importance of my resume and LinkedIn and even gave me my first handful of my own "connections".

I have not even scratched the surface as to how much I can benefit from this community. I have and will always recommend BGA to every underclassman I meet because it changed my perspective and trajectory of my college career."

-Colt Reese, Economics Major: BGA Mentee

"The BGA has had a tremendous impact on me by helping me grow into the kind of servant leader I want to be. Through the experiences, relationships, and opportunities it has provided, I have learned how to lead with empathy, humility, and purpose, focusing on uplifting others rather than seeking recognition.

Academically, it has pushed me to think deeper about how leadership connects to real-world impact, and professionally, it has helped me build confidence in my voice and values. The BGA has reminded me that true leadership is about service; listening, learning, and helping others reach their potential alongside my own."

-Isabella Stiltner, Management Major: BGA Peer Mentor
BGA Events - Fall 2026

Events - TBA