Connector Programme

The Connector Programme sees students and staff at the University of Sussex working as equal partners; learning, innovating and co-creating together to improve the student experience. The majority of paid Co-Creation Projects are funded by, and support, delivery of the University's Access and Participation Plan (https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/terms-and-conditions/access-agreements), and contribute to the aims of the University of Sussex Strategy. The Connector Programme started in January 2020 with 12 Student Connectors, and has grown significantly since then. Hundreds of Sussex students have contributed to meaningful change across the university over the last 4 years. In co-creation projects, student and staff Connectors have equal input and responsibility as they work together on key areas finding solutions that truly reflect the needs and wants of our community. The Connector Programme benefits students, staff and the wider university community by: - Ensuring meaningful student participation is embedded into policy and process development at the university, - Fostering a sense of community and belonging, by building collaborative and equal relationships between students and staff, - Providing opportunities for students to gain valuable employment experience in a supportive environment, building personal and professional skills and confidence in a paid role. Find out more about us: Instagram: @ConnectorProgramme For University of Sussex students: https://student.sussex.ac.uk/experience/connectors For University of Sussex staff: http://www.sussex.ac.uk/schoolsandservices/professionalservices/student-experience/student-engagement-and-enhancement/connector-programme