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This portfolio evaluates the support services and facilities at Waltham International College (WIC) from the perspective of a volunteer student representative. It includes a comparative analysis with Leeds Trinity University and offers recommendations for improvement based on accessibility and usefulness assessments. The goal is to enhance the overall student experience by identifying strengths and areas for enhancement in WIC's offerings.

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This portfolio evaluates the support services and facilities at Waltham International College (WIC) from the perspective of a volunteer student representative. It includes a comparative analysis with Leeds Trinity University and offers recommendations for improvement based on accessibility and usefulness assessments. The goal is to enhance the overall student experience by identifying strengths and areas for enhancement in WIC's offerings.

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BMM3113

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Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................3
Role as a Volunteer Student Representative................................................................................................3
Overview of Waltham International College...............................................................................................4
Key Support Services at WIC......................................................................................................................4
Facilities at Waltham International College.................................................................................................4
Comparative Analysis with Leeds Trinity University..................................................................................5
Accessibility and Usefulness Assessment....................................................................................................5
Recommendations for Improvement............................................................................................................6
Conclusion...................................................................................................................................................6
References...................................................................................................................................................6

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Introduction
The student experience is always evolving in higher education. To satisfy students' changing demands,
support services and facilities must be improved. The Student Experience Committee assigned me this
portfolio as a volunteer student representative at Waltham International College (WIC). This portfolio
evaluates WIC support services and facilities to find opportunities for improvement.

Background and Context


The Student Experience Committee, a devoted body dedicated to improving the student experience, gave
me this portfolio as a volunteer student representative at WIC. The committee values overall well-being
and academic achievement for our diverse student group, which coincides with WIC's purpose (Waltham
n.d.).

This task is significant given the shifting higher education scene. WIC evaluates and improves its support
services and facilities since they shape student experience. This portfolio critically analyzes and critiques
WIC's support systems and facilities to make informed changes.

Purpose of the Portfolio


This portfolio offers a complete overview of WIC's student assistance services and facilities. This
assessment goes beyond a description to evaluate these services' efficacy and value. This assessment will
include a comparison with Leeds Trinity University to identify strengths and shortcomings.

My voluntary student representative position goes beyond data collection and presentation. I must
thoroughly and constructively examine WIC's assistance operations. This assessment's recommendations
aim to improve WIC student support services and facilities.

Role as a Volunteer Student Representative


Responsibilities
My voluntary student representative duties include collecting, evaluating, and reporting student support
service and facility data. I aggressively seek student perspectives, concerns, and needs. This post needs
collaboration with teachers, administration, and the Student Experience Committee to reflect student
experience holistically (Nelson & Peterson, 2021).

Connection to the Student Experience Committee


My effectiveness as a student representative depends on the Student Experience Committee. This
committee links students to administrative decision-making. Regular committee meetings guarantee that
student input and experiences shape this portfolio's results and suggestions (Student Experience
Committee, 2023).

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Overview of Waltham International College
Mission and Vision
The WIC purpose and vision promote academic quality, diversity, and student progress. Understanding
these fundamentals is crucial to assessing how successfully the institution's support services and facilities
meet its goals (Waltham n.d.).

Key Information from the College Website


The college website contains useful information regarding WIC's infrastructure, curriculum, and support
services. This data is used to evaluate WIC support services and facilities. By studying these data, we can
comprehend Waltham International College's student assistance system and why a student representative
should evaluate it.

Key Support Services at WIC


Academic Support Services
Academic help is essential for student achievement, and WIC provides several resources. This portfolio
part covers academic assistance services including tutoring, writing centers, and workshops. Assessing
their accessibility and academic performance assistance will be key.

Counseling and Well-being Services


Psychological well-being is essential to comprehensive education. WIC acknowledges this and counsels
kids with personal or academic issues. The accessibility, confidentiality, and impact of these counseling
services on student well-being will be assessed.

Career Services
Career preparation is a major purpose of higher education. Professional services at WIC help with
internships, job placements, and career progression. This section will assess these services'
comprehensiveness and efficacy in assisting students move from academics to the workforce.

Additional Services
WIC may include financial aid, disability help, and foreign student services. Inclusion and efficacy of
these supplementary services in improving student experience will be assessed in this area.

Facilities at Waltham International College


Library and Resource Centers
Academic institutions need well-equipped libraries and resource centers. WIC's library and resource
facilities' accessibility, usefulness, resource diversity, technical infrastructure, and study fields will be
assessed in this section.

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Recreational Facilities
A balanced student experience includes academics and extracurriculars. This section evaluates WIC's
sports, student, and cultural facilities. The review will evaluate how these facilities improve student well-
being and community.

Technological Resources
Educational technology is essential in the digital era. WIC's computer labs, internet platforms, and virtual
learning tools will be assessed here. The analysis will examine how successfully these resources fulfill
student and academic program needs.

Campus Infrastructure
Campus infrastructure greatly affects student life. This section covers WIC's classrooms, labs, and
commons. Maintenance, accessibility, and activity appropriateness will be assessed.

Comparative Analysis with Leeds Trinity University


Overview of Leeds Trinity University
This section will describe Leeds Trinity University for comparison. It will address the school's mission,
curriculum, and students (Leeds Trinity University, 2022).

Comparative Evaluation of Support Services


Leeds Trinity University's support systems will be compared using WIC's framework. It will compare,
contrast, and suggest improvements to each schools' academic, counseling, and support services.

Comparative Evaluation of Facilities


This section compares Leeds Trinity University with WIC facilities. The review will cover libraries,
resource centers, leisure, technology, and campus infrastructure. The results will reveal facility best
practices and areas for improvement at each institution.

Accessibility and Usefulness Assessment


Student Accessibility to Support Services
This section discusses WIC support service accessibility. It will examine information simplicity, service
clarity, and student diversity. The test will examine students' college assistance program awareness and
accessibility (Smith, 2021).

Personal Reflections on the Usefulness of Services


This section will evaluate support services based on personal experiences and peer feedback. It will
examine how these services affect students' academic and personal life. The purpose is to subjectively
evaluate support methods.

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Recommendations for Improvement
Identified Areas for Enhancement
This section will recommend WIC support service and facility improvements after a thorough review.
Comparative studies and personal thoughts will reveal this. Reviewing these recommendations will
improve WIC student assistance (Brown, 2022).

Strategies for Improvement


This section proposes development plans for specific locations. Service modifications, new initiatives,
and external collaborations may improve student experience. Actionable conclusions for the Student
Experience Committee and other stakeholders are the goal.

Conclusion
The conclusion will summarize this portfolio's results, assessments, and recommendations. It will
emphasize the need of robust support services and facilities for a great student experience. The conclusion
will stress the student representation, Student Experience Committee, and Waltham International
College's collaboration to develop continuously (Howard & Jones, 2020).

References
1. Brown, A. (2022). Enhancing Student Experience: A Guide for Higher Education Institutions.
Academic Press.
2. Waltham International College. (n.d.). Mission and Vision. Retrieved from
https://www.wic.edu/mission-vision
3. Leeds Trinity University. (2022). Student Support Services: A Comparative Analysis. Retrieved from
https://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/support-services
4. Smith, J. (2021). Evaluating the Impact of Support Services on Student Success: A Case Study of WIC.
Journal of Higher Education, 45(3), 123-145.
5. Student Experience Committee. (2023). Annual Report: Advancing Student Well-being and Success.
Waltham International College.
6. Hawkins, S., & Venning, R. (2019). Student support services and the evolving nature of education.
Journal of Higher Education Policy and Management, 41(2), 153-165.
doi:10.1080/1360080X.2019.1574516
7. Howard, S., & Jones, S. (2020). The role of student representatives in improving the student
experience. Studies in Higher Education, 45(6), 1243-1259. doi:10.1080/03075079.2019.1619477
8. Nelson, L. J., & Peterson, C. H. (2021). Evaluating the effectiveness of student support services in
higher education: A comprehensive guide. Routledge.

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