How can you involve students in campus event decision-making?

Hay que recordar que los alumnos son los principales embajadores de marca. Las universidades, tanto públicas como privadas, deben ser rentables. Fomentar la participación de los estudiantes, aumenta su grado de satisfacción, mejora experiencia académica y les permite desarrollar habilidades fundamentales que aplicarán a nivel profesional. Y cuando ya no estén en la universidad y se conviertan en alumni, estarán completamente fidelizados y serán unos fantásticos prescriptores. Y además estarán encantados de colaborar con la universidad cuando se les llame.

Engaging students in the decision-making process for campus events offers many advantages, ranging from skill development, leadership opportunities, and increased engagement to enhanced motivation. This active participation not only fosters a sense of belonging but also yields benefits that extend beyond the college years, influencing their success in the professional work environment later in life.

If you are working within a highschool, working with the student government comes to mind, or working with the clubs such as FCCLA (formerly FHA) and the Beta club. It's in these clubs that you will find a variety of students in all the grades that are able to provide insight to the event(s) on campus. Starting with these clubs first gives you more concrete involvement whereas it could very easily be hit or miss when it comes to school wide surveys and polls.

In my experience, involving students in shaping campus events is key to their success. Surveys and polls provide a broad reach, offering quick insights into preferences. For deeper exploration, I've found focus groups and interviews invaluable—they uncover diverse perspectives and spark innovative ideas. Committees and councils not only empower students but forge lasting connections. These methods ensure events align with student expectations, creating an inclusive and engaging campus experience. To enhance involvement, incorporating digital platforms for real-time interactions and transparent communication channels can amplify student voices.

This would be why you want to start small and not go school wide - you are more abt to receive the involvement you are needing. Also, depending on the event needed, you are able to narrow down your club choice and, in the end, you will have a better impact with your planning.