The University of Westminster Students’ Union (UWSU) has won the international award for Excellence in Student Training Program for their Student Staff Development Programme.
The award was given by the Association of College Unions International (ACUI), one of the oldest higher education associations in North America. Each year they name winners for a variety of awards to celebrate universities across the globe. The Excellence in Student Training Program award acknowledges universities that have implemented creative and educational programmes for their students that can help prepare them for their futures as leaders or employees.
The UWSU’s bespoke Student Staff Development Programme included a two-day orientation, a career development week and a week to practice with recruiters and specialists to assist in reflection. During the programme students also had the opportunity to become qualified mental health first aiders and receive an accreditation for development through the Institute of Leadership and Management.
This programme had high satisfaction from participants and supervisors, with participants reporting that they felt a high sense of belonging during their time. They highlighted that the programme improved their future employability and gave them new skills to help prepare them for the future.
Michael Wigg, CEO of the University of Westminster Students' Union, said: “The development of our staff and students is of upmost priority for the UWSU and therefore for our work to be recognised through the receipt of an international award is further evidence that the organisation is delivering upon this commitment. I am proud of the entire team at the UWSU that has made the possible and would like to thank AUCI for the recognition this award has given us.”
This programme directly contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 4: Quality Education, 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth and 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. Since 2019, the University of Westminster has used the SDGs holistically to frame strategic decisions to help students and colleagues fulfil their potential and contribute to a more sustainable, equitable and healthier society.
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