When Universities Prioritize Community, Students Shine!

At the University of Greenwich, when students are asked about their community, the response is loud and clear—96% of them want to keep building their community and stay connected. That’s the power of prioritizing community!

So, how did we achieve this score? It wasn’t just solely about asking students a few questions (though we did that too!). We also took a deep dive into the engagement and sentiment within the community. The results are impressive: over 50,000 friendships formed, 10,000 cross-nationality connections made, and students from over 100 countries coming together in one inclusive, diverse space.

Why Students Love Their Greenwich Community

But the real impact is in what the students have to say—here’s how they describe their experience:

Mahadi Rahman from Bangladesh: “As international students, it won't be easy for us to adapt to a new place, but it becomes much easier when we have people around us whom we know. I'm trying to find like-minded people and students who are joining my course. In fact, I’ve had conversations with a few people and it feels like I won't be lonely when I move to the UK. I'm pretty sure everyone is going to benefit through Goin’!”

Rahul from India: “Our community helps a lot of people to connect and get started. Especially for those students who haven't traveled a lot, They are able to connect and build their network before coming to Greenwich so that they aren't afraid of anything and can handle things much better.”

Sammy from Kenya: “The platform plays a key role for international students since the feeling of anxiety is overwhelming. When you connect with someone before admission day arrives, our community helps you to know someone from your motherland who might be of great help to you.”

Istian from Bangladesh: “I have made some new friends and also come to know about much information being shared.”

Juliana from the U.S.A: “I actually met a few girls from the US, which was very cool, and I've been in contact with someone from Budapest. We have so much in common so we planned so many activities together! Thank you for putting this community together!”

Vaishnavi from India: “The idea of Goin’ is awesome, and it helped me meet new people who are ready to come to the University of Greenwich in the September intake. It helped me to explore new possibilities and innovative ideas.”

Why Having a Community Matters

When students are excited to connect, it positively impacts every aspect of their university experience. From academic success and personal growth to mental well-being and social integration, the effects of a strong community are far-reaching. Whether they’re forming friendships across the globe or discovering someone from their hometown, the University of Greenwich’s community is a testament to how prioritizing connection leads to significant improvements in student satisfaction, engagement, and overall success.

And with Goin’, the University of Greenwich isn’t just meeting students’ needs—it’s exceeding them. Here’s to building communities where everyone feels like they belong!

If you’re interested in discovering how Goin’ can help your university build a thriving student community or how we ignite student excitement before they even arrive, let’s start the conversation. Reach out to us today by either scheduling a demo or filling out our form to explore how we can help you achieve similar success.