Admissions Conference 2021

Going to university can present challenges for anyone, but for disabled students and those with learning difficulties, mental health conditions and long-term health conditions, these challenges can be more extensive – and preparation is even more important.

The STAART initiative at the University of Greenwich is led by student ambassadors – students with their own disability or diversity – who give information and guidance to those who may not feel university is for them, and to assist new students prepare for transition, and the realities of university life.
In addition to our usual support mechanisms, during the lockdowns we introduced weekly virtual meetings, a virtual treasure hunt and two STAART ART prize competitions.

Learning outcomes:

• An understanding of how specialist student ambassadors could be used to improve the transition experience for new students, and to encourage those who may not think university is for them to rethink.
• Take away some practical ideas for how to support incoming disabled students and those with learning difficulties, mental health conditions and long-term health conditions.