Webinar: Building a Warm Welcome for International Students in the North to Enhance the Student Experience

This is a Summary of the Webinar that took place on June 17th, but is available for viewing here:

Building a Warm Welcome for International Students in the North to Enhance the Student Experience.

Key Points Discussed

The webinar, in cooperation with Goin´, focused on enhancing the student experience for international students in Sweden, particularly in terms of combating loneliness and improving overall well-being.
The introduction of a student app allowed students to start building social networks immediately after being admitted, leading to positive responses exceeding expectations.
The app facilitated connections between admitted students, current students, and students from various countries, fostering a sense of community and reducing anxiety about moving to a new country.
Popular groups within the app included those focused on resolving practical matters like housing and learning Swedish, as well as groups based on shared interests like rock music and hiking.

Notable Quote

“Students were really excited about getting to know their future classmates.”

Key Takeaways

Enhancing student happiness and well-being is a priority.
Directly engaging students after admission is crucial for fostering a sense of belonging.
Conducting surveys to track improvements in student satisfaction is essential.

Call-to-Action

Emphasizing the importance of creating a welcoming environment for all students