Lowering the threshold for students to ask for help with language skills by offering peer-support in which tutors and pupils are matched on the basis of language related needs and experience, study programme, interests and practical considerations.
Academic integration/belonging, Social integration/belongingMentoring | Buddy program
Time lineThis project helps international students in their first year to learn about Artevelde University of Applied Sciences (AUAS), its operations and student life from experienced students (buddies). It also focuses on helping the buddies make international contacts and grow personally.
Academic integration/belonging, Social integration/belongingBuddy program | On campus | In person | Live
Time lineCommunity Mentors share information and advice about their college experience to support and inspire young people and adult learners to consider further and higher education.
Academic integration/belonging, Financial needs, Personal mental health/well-being, Social integration/belongingTraining | Mentoring | Off campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | In person
Time lineCommunity Mentors are a valuable community resource, who can help to share information and advice about their college experience, to help prospective students build their awareness of college courses, how to apply, and the benefits of a college education.
Academic integration/belonging, Financial needs, Personal mental health/well-being, Social integration/belongingMentoring | Training | Off campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | In person
Time lineA sustainable digital tool to make students more linguistically competent through coaching.
Academic integration/belonging, Social integration/belongingOnline tool | Buddy program | Off campus | On campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | In person | Online | Live | Recorded / Asynchronic | Live and recorded
Time lineSenior students take a first-year student under their wing.
Social integration/belongingMentoring | Live
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