Student Engagement Conference Keynote, Birmingham City University, June 2014

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“Leaving has been a very difficult decision”

“I have found all the team very supportive” “I enjoyed

meeting and integrating with peers”

“I gave something back, but I arguably gained even more. Call me selfish, but I

learned a lot of skills I wouldn’t have otherwise, and I’m arguably a better

person myself now.”

“I gave a lot to other students being a mentor, but I gained a lot as well. This included enhanced

communication, time management and even an

increased desire to help my own studies”

“We were truly made to feel ‘In Charge’ of the project, and our remit. We were advised and guided when needed by staff, but the project was ours. This

made the project feel more valuable to us, as WE owned it.”

“Being a mentor means I can give something back to the university who gave me a chance many years ago.

What’s rewarding is when I can help make a student’s time at university easier”.