President and Principal’s Prize 2025
The 'Fresher to Thriver' programme, led by Professor Yue Chen, Kok Ho Huen, and Professor Michael Chai, has been awarded the QMUL President and Principal’s Prize 2025.
The 'Fresher to Thriver' programme has been recognised with the President and Principal’s Prize 2025. Led by Professor Yue Chen, Kok Ho Huen, and Professor Michael Chai, the initiative was celebrated for its innovative approach to student transition, belonging, and engagement.
The programme addresses student transition, belonging, and engagement through a student-centred, inclusive approach. The programme has engaged over 1,880 first-year students across London and Beijing, strengthening inclusive education, embedding graduate attributes, innovating pedagogy, and supporting retention and engagement. Early evaluation is highly positive, with over 85% of surveyed students reporting stronger belonging and enjoyment.
Congratulations to the project team for this outstanding recognition of their work!
Find out more about this project in the JTLC project showcase: Fresher to Thriver (F2T).