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Strategic Priority #3
== Fall 2023 Priorities ==
===1. Developing team-work and improving social skills among students===
Developing team-work and improving social skills among students by creating workspaces in the University campus so that students can collaborate on different projects together and interact with one another to boost creativity and innovation.
Out of the nine faculties, only one has spaces where students can meet and collaborate, and that means that students need to use off campus resources, which is logistically difficult, or meet in public places (cafés, libraries, online), which are either expensive or ineffective for the purpose. By repurposing furniture and creating workspaces along hallways, the university does not need to use classrooms, which are already fully booked to run courses, in order of achieving this.
Promoting diversity and inclusion within the organization and its programs to ensure a broad spectrum of perspectives and ideas. Implementing policies and practices that encourage participation from underrepresented groups. Making all the social groups and genders feel welcome. Developing strategies to ensure the organization's activities have a lasting impact on the community. Promoting eco-friendly and sustainable practices in all initiatives. Using materials that are recyclable and pollute as little as possible. Thinking of creative ways of using existing resources. ===2. Improving students' leadership and management skills===
During our assessment of the University opportunities, we have discovered several of them that are offered by external associations or partners. Inspired by this, we discovered that it would be beneficial for students to be able to share knowledge and skills during hands-on workshops with their peers. The workshops would be led by students that are skilled in any particular area. The Program would be named Share Your Passion and it would give students the opportunity to showcase skills and hobbies for other interested students during workshops and this would aid them in developing management and public speaking skills. Sharing knowledge and skills students are passionate about, would boosts their confidence and would give them the opportunity of networking with others that have similar interests.
There really is no program at the moment that encourages students to take initiative and mentor others and a program such as this would cover some areas or information where faculty do not have time to cover in the usual university curriculum. This would mean that that students could register either as organizers for a workshop in their area of expertise or passionate subject, or as participants. Organizers would receive a toolkit for sharing their passion with others so that they can develop their management skills and would receive support from fellows in organizing the workshop so that the knowledge and skills transfer would be efficient. Also, receiving feedback after every event would help students identify where they can improve or how the Share Your Passion Program may improve.
=== Fostering engagement within the community ===Developing programs and initiatives to bring people together, such as community events, workshops, and forums. Creating online platforms or forums for like-minded individuals to connect and collaborate by establishing clear and concrete objectives. Fostering community engagement is an ongoing process that requires genuine commitment, active listening, and a willingness to adapt and improve continually. Building strong relationships and a sense of belonging within the community can lead to long-lasting partnerships, increased support, and a more vibrant and thriving community. Seeking collaborations with other organizations, institutions, and individuals to broaden the scope of opportunities and reach a wider audience. Forming strategic partnerships that align with the organization's goals and values. By reaching to existing partners the possibility to maintain and develop new ideas and gain support increases. <br />===='''Presenting our idea and gathering feedback from teachers and students'''====
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Our proposal revolves around the creation of an innovative learning hub, dedicated to nurturing student creativity and project-based learning. This vibrant space would boast collaborative zones for collective brainstorming, specialized labs equipped with cutting-edge technology, and mentorship programs led by experienced professionals. In addition, open areas would encourage socialization and community building, fostering a sense of camaraderie among students. By offering a platform that encourages exploration, teamwork, and the development of critical skills, we aim to inspire a generation of forward-thinking individuals prepared to tackle the challenges of the future with confidence and ingenuity.
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== Fall 2022 Priorities ==
===1. Bringing people together and increasing visibility for already existing Innovation & Entrepreneurship opportunities===