University student life

How to support students beyond the classroom, in all facets of university life. Here you'll find resources to direct student services, foster well-being, support a rich extracurricular offering and build inclusive campus communities and student societies.

By kiera.obrien , 7 June, 2024

Campus life is entering a new era, but don’t forget the human touch

With the acceleration of technology, the university experience is changing. As academics, it’s up to us to guide our students through this new normal of learning, navigating information and socialising, writes Nazlihasri Abdul Rahman

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5minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 6 June, 2024

Non-verbal cues: learn how to use them effectively in teacher-student communication

Student sitting on a sofa with her laptop with a thumbs up

If the end goal is to get students interested in the learning process, these non-verbal cues used in teacher-student communication can enable you to build trust and enhance your impact as a teacher and a communicator, writes Shruthi V. Shetty

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3minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 4 June, 2024

Partner with your students to build belonging on campus

By actively fostering belonging through the strategies outlined in this resource, universities can cultivate a more holistic and supportive environment where all students can thrive, both academically and personally

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5minutes

By kiera.obrien , 23 May, 2024

From prams to postgraduate degrees: how universities can support student parents

A woman sits at a laptop with a small toddler on the desk next to her

Educators play a crucial role in getting student parents the support they need. Mia Burleigh, drawing on her own experience, offers seven tips

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5minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 13 May, 2024

Eleven ways to support international students who use English as a second language

International students holding up flags of their home countries

A disconnect between lecturers' assumptions and the realities of the student experience can hinder learning. Read strategies to bridge it and foster a compassionate learning environment in the process

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5minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 8 May, 2024

How to build inclusive mentorship programmes for Black students

Student standing outside a campus building

To create inclusive mentorship programmes for Black university students, we must ensure they are culturally relevant, address unique challenges and foster peer support

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5minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 29 April, 2024

Using the Snowflake Method to build belonging on campus

A group of students chatting in a study area

To build a sense of belonging, institutions must create a tailored programme to match the needs of their unique demographic and local environment

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4minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 26 April, 2024

Student communication: a compassionate approach

Student sitting at a desk at the library on his laptop

Compassionate student communication that ensures engagement is personal and unique to each student could enhance the university experience

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4minutes

By Laura.Duckett , 25 April, 2024

Digital marketing for universities: strategies for success

Students walking up a staircase in an old university building

University marketing teams can increase their visibility and attract a diverse applicant pool by using contemporary strategies, writes Archana R. Nayak

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4minutes

By Eliza.Compton , 10 April, 2024

How to create extracurricular activities students will want to attend

Participation and enthusiasm are the goals of those hard-working volunteers, staff and faculty who organise campus activities and events. Here are 12 tips to boost university student engagement

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3minutes

University student life