ABSTRACT
This chapter identifies the value of cohort mentoring for FG BIPOC undergraduates, addresses the difference between cohort mentoring and general lab experiences, and explores the essence and components of a culturally responsive (CR) undergraduate research experience. Guided by the M3 model, the chapter highlights the primary components for cohort mentoring, explains how its perceived by participants, notes how it contributes to student empowerment and scholarly development, and addresses the balance between individual and cohort activities. In particular, the chapter highlights the role of cohort mentoring, research teams, peer mentoring, and the power of a collective identity through a CR lens. In contrast to traditional lab training, the literature reports the role and value of cohort mentoring. Various campus partnerships facilitate students’ success in the group. In the context of research skills, students noted the importance of gaining critical thinking and writing skills and highlighted the value of research writing, data collection, and data analysis.
