Mentorship
She’s been where you’re going.
TFL connects current Penn State female student-athletes with alumnae who have walked the same path — building the confidence, careers, and connections that last a lifetime.
Your personal guide through the journey
One-on-One Mentorship
TFL pairs current student-athletes with Penn State alumnae for structured, one-on-one mentorship. Not just casual advice — defined touchpoints, shared goals, and lasting relationships.
Three simple steps
Becoming a Mentor
Apply
Complete a short application telling us about your background, sport, and what you'd like to offer as a mentor.
Get Matched
TFL pairs you with a current student-athlete based on sport, career interests, and goals — a thoughtful, curated match.
Connect
Begin your mentorship with defined touchpoints, shared goals, and TFL's support along the way.
The room where careers are made
PowHER Hour
On-campus at Penn State University Park, PowHER Hour brings alumnae professionals and student-athletes together for real conversation — networking, career stories, and the kind of advice you only get in the room.
Penn State University Park
Multiple times per year
Hear from women who've already won
PowHER Panel
A structured panel of Penn State alumnae speakers — across industries, career stages, and sports — sharing the professional journeys that shaped them. On campus, built for student-athletes.
1855 Club, BJC
Annually — next Oct 30, 2026
Real experience. Built around her schedule.
Internships
TFL facilitates internship placements hosted by Penn State alumnae — tailored to the unique demands of a student-athlete's schedule. In-person, virtual, project-based, or long-term. Resume-worthy, every time.
Executive leadership, coach to coach.
Champions Circle
Champions Circle is a first-of-its-kind program designed to support Penn State women’s coaches through a blend of facilitated group learning and individual coaching. Its purpose is to strengthen leadership styles, sharpen essential skills, and create a trusted space for growth and connection. Through the investment in Champions Circle, Penn State strengthens the leadership of its women’s coaches and reinforces its commitment to excellence across all sports.
A TFL Podcast
Winning Ways
A new podcast from Teammates For Life — produced in partnership with Penn State's Bellisario College of Communications and State Media. Real stories from Penn State women athletes, for Penn State women athletes. Find it where you get your podcasts.
Produced by Michela Barbarente · Bellisario College
State Media · Penn State
Support that comes back around.
The Cycle of Support
More scholarships allow us to recruit and retain more elite women student-athletes at Penn State. Every one of them who is mentored becomes someone who mentors — that’s how the cycle sustains itself, and how each class lifts the one behind it.
Recruit: A prospective student-athlete is recruited to Penn State and joins the women's athletics community.
Recruit
A prospective student-athlete is recruited to Penn State and joins the women's athletics community.
Are you a Penn State alumnae?
Join the TFL mentor network and help shape the next generation of Penn State women.
Become a MentorAre you a current student-athlete?
Connect with alumnae mentors, explore internships, and build your career with TFL.
Find a Mentor