Enhancing Student Life Experiences at University of Makati

Cecilia  M. Deakin,; Evangeline  M. Alayon,; Ma. Romanita  C. De Borja,; Mark Vincent  V. De Jesus,

Enhancing Student Life Experiences at University of Makati

Cecilia M. Deakin | Evangeline M. Alayon | Ma. Romanita C. De Borja | Mark Vincent V. De Jesus

Abstract:

This descriptive study assessed the students’ needs as experienced by the College Freshmen and HSU Grade 11 students. The main instrument utilized was the CGS Form 4 – Student’s Individual/Needs Assessment Inventory. The survey- questionnaire using a five-point Likert scale was the primary data-gathering tool to assess students’ needs and academic/student services. The current assessment of students’ needs and services revealed that the majority of the respondents would like to be moderately assisted on their issues on Career Development, Life Skills Development, Knowledge of Oneself, Health Issues, and Concerns (Relationship Conflict, Love and Intimacy Concerns, Abuse/Harassment, and Mental Health Related Issues). Some raised concerns about academic issues and verbal abuse; though it was revealed that stress is their number one concern. On the other hand, the majority of the students would like to be moderately assisted with their issues/concerns and are willing to avail of academic and student services, especially Academic Tutorial Lessons, Psychological/ Personality Assessment, and Counseling services. Hence, the study recommends interventions that will help bridge the gap between the identified students’ overall needs and the desired quality of students’ life experiences through the proposed enhanced student services programs.

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