Communities
Project Summary
This project is about creating a more connected, inclusive and sustainable student community where everyone feels they belong.
Objective
Every student feels a sense of belonging and connection
Key Results
- Student engagement in communities increases by 15% over the project period
- An active student community exists for every subject area at the University by the end of semester 2
- An active community exists for every priority student group identified as a focus
- At least 90% of student communities deliver one or more events per month by the end of the project
Timeline and Key Milestones
September 2026
- Student organisers recruited and in place (Voice)
- Key gaps in subject areas and priority groups identified
- Communities established or reactivated and promoted during Freshers
- GIAG programme launched to drive initial engagement
January 2027
- Majority of communities active and delivering regular activity
- Progress made towards coverage across subject areas and priority groups
- Engagement increasing, with under-engaged areas identified and targeted support in place
May 2027
- Active community in every subject area achieved
- Active communities established for all priority student groups
- 90% of communities delivering at least one event per month
- 15% increase in student engagement achieved
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