Abstract:
As the institution welcomes its new students, it is important that the institution addresses their needs as part of their university life transition in adapting to the new normal. Hence, this study determined the profile, flexible learning program (FLP) implementation, and student services assistance needs. The data were collected through a survey using a Google form participated by 4,591 from the incoming first year, senior high school, and transferee students for the Academic Year 2021 - 2022 during the Week of Welcome. It employed quantitative analysis using descriptive statistical tools. Findings revealed the following: (1) students needed mobile load assistance to access the internet, and the majority were only using android smartphones with slow internet connectivity; and (2) student services highlighted emotional and psychological living conditions revealing several of them needed help to manage the challenges faced at this time of the pandemic. Therefore, it is recommended that the university continues to allocate funds addressing the needs of the new students to assist them in their academic access and success.
Page(s):
335-338
DOI:
DOI not available
Published:
Journal: Science International, Volume: 34, Issue: 3, Year: 2022
Keywords:
Mental health
,
Pandemic
,
Flexible Learning Program
,
Student services
,
and students support