Boosting Engagement Across Campus

Bridgewater’s commuter-heavy student population benefits greatly from the platforms’ comprehensive features. Commuter students mostly use the platform for academics and event registration, but it also encourages broader engagement in campus life.

"We teach first-year students to use it from day one, which helps them form habits that increase involvement in campus life. Many discover events through the app and decide to participate," said Skyla, who served as an orientation leader during her sophomore year.

Administrators also heavily rely on Ready Campus for its streamlined workflows and robust capabilities. "We have staff and students focused on encouraging platform adoption. Many of us use it daily for workflows, forms, and supporting student organizations, including managing payments and contracts," Miller explained.

Simplifying Processes for Students and Staff

Engage BSU makes life easier by streamlining processes for both students and staff. Administrators heavily use the platform for event promotion, registration, and supporting student organizations. The fact that the platform consolidates so many different resources and processes saves time while enhancing the overall experience. "We replaced four separate forms with a single workflow, which has made a significant difference," Miller explained.

Students enjoy the platform’s convenience, whether checking grades, managing club meetings, or organizing their schedules. "It’s great to look up emails for group projects or get announcements without logging into multiple systems," said Skyla. For her work as a Student Engagement Assistant, Engage BSU is vital: "I handle all club reservations and approvals—it’s a one-stop shop."

Student and Administrator Feedback

Skyla emphasized the platform’s widespread use. "Most students use it three to four times a week, if not more," highlighting its central role in both academic and social aspects of campus life. 

The platform supports engagement throughout the student journey. First-year students use Ready Campus as an entry point for orientation, while graduating students leverage it for resources like event registrations, cap and gown requests, financial aid assistance, and workshops on post-graduation success. "The platform helps create a cohesive experience, even for transfer students or those taking longer to graduate," Miller noted.

Administrators are equally enthusiastic about the platform. One of the platform’s standout features is its ability to provide actionable insights through student engagement data. "The more we integrate into Ready Campus, the more value everyone sees. The data we collect is key to driving adoption and engagement," said Miller.

The analytics have also been a game-changer for Bridgewater State. “We use participation data to identify less-engaged students and send targeted messages to encourage involvement," Miller explained. These personalized outreach efforts have significantly improved student engagement.