Say more, we’re listening!

As the academic year draws to a close, we’re looking back on the improvements made across campus at your request.

The result? We’re pretty pleased to say a lot has changed.

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Lackham

You said: The main drive has too many potholes.

We did: Resurfaced the main drive.

You said: We need more bus timetables outdoors.

We did: Found suitable spaces and put them up.

You said: Sanitary products were not in every toilet.

We did: Students are now aware where to access free sanitary products and cross site access is being improved.

You said: We want access to notice boards to promote events and course news.

We did: Students are allowed to use site boards as long as content is kept current.

You said: Some PSD topics were seen as negative and lacking multi-cultural content.

We did: Gave feedback to the relevant staff who plan PSD sessions and changes have been made.

Salisbury

You said: Cups are needed at water dispensers for those without bottles.

We did: Disposable cups are now available from reception and all dispensers are labelled to reflect this.

You said: Where can students study during the day if they arrive early at college?

We did: The LRC can be used from 8am onwards, prior to staffing at 8:30am. Students are welcome to study throughout the day.

You said: Could we have a shuttle bus to the station?

We did: The estates team are looking into this for you!

You said: More sport please!

We did: Within the limitations of a city centre campus, we are looking into providing badminton, pool and table tennis.

You said: Improve hygiene in the male toilets.

We did: Toilets are cleaned before 8am, checked again at 10am and at 1pm.

Trowbridge

You said: Disabled bays are getting used wrong.

We did: Security are checking the bays regularly and eight more bays are coming.

You said: What is there for students who get thirsty during the college day?

We did: We have 11 water coolers already and we’re looking into four more.

You said: The food is too expensive.

We did: We’re meeting with the catering provider to talk costs!

You said: The toilets aren’t it.

We did: Cleaning team is keeping a closer eye!

Chippenham

You said: Bring on the table tennis!

We did: Students are able to request bats and balls to play table tennis outside learning hours.

You said: More arts and crafts activities.

We did: We now offer clay activities, colouring and doodle art during events and individual sessions.

You said: Football on the pitch.

We did: Four footballs now available in the PSD office for students to borrow and return.

You said: We want your help fundraising.

We did: Students who are keen to raise money for a specific charity are supported in hosting stalls and activities for this purpose.

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Happy with what we’ve done so far? Think we could take it a step further?

Take a look around your campus and let us know what you’d like to see when you return in September.

Leaving this summer? Share your student voice for the next cohort of new starters so their experience is even better!

Reach out to your campus Student Engagement Officer to share your thoughts and ideas.