{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Can\u2019t We Engage Students? Getting to the root of the student engagement crisis with Libby Anson (Glasgow School of Art) and Mhairi Threlfall (Uni of the West of England)","description":"Here at Freelancer Club, we frequently have conversations with universities, and a common theme has emerged\u2014the growing challenge of student engagement. Whether it\u2019s low attendance at extracurricular activities, a feeling of disconnect from the academic environment, or a general lack of enthusiasm for the university experience, this issue is becoming more prevalent. While some attribute it to COVID, the cost of living, mental health or a generational shift in priorities, others believe there\u2019s something deeper going on. Today, we\u2019re diving into the student engagement crisis with our guests, Mhairi Threlfall, Enterprise Consultant at UWE Bristol and&amp;nbsp;Libby Anson, Student Employment and Enterprise Manager at the Glasgow School of Art. We\u2019ll explore the dramatic shift in the student experience over the past decade, why universities need to adapt, and the role of innovative communication strategies, hybrid delivery, and fresh solutions to these modern challenges. &amp;nbsp; Freelancer Club The University of the West of England Bristol The Glasgow School of Art ","author_name":"Freelancers: Next Gen with Matt Dowling","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/483441","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/33581222\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/180137747"}