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The latest Tweets directly from the Student Edge HQ.

[Student Edge @student_edge]

As part of @studiosity's 2022-23 Student Wellbeing Survey, 10% of participants were international students. With higher engagement in various support services than domestic students, can this explain why they feel more connected with peers?
Learn more here https://t.co/LMofHjXoti

[ScienceGovAu @ScienceGovAu]

Want to know the state of gender equity in #science #technology #engineering #mathematics?

We’ve updated the #STEMEquityMonitor with the latest data on women and girls’ participation in #STEM.
Explore now: https://t.co/ulP5qwSLuy

#WomenInSTEM #GirlsInSTEM #DiversityInSTEM
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[Student Edge @student_edge]

We are excited to share that the fourth edition of the STEM Equity Monitor is now live!

YouthInsight conducted research with the @IndustryGovAu on perceptions and attitudes to STEM in Australia.

Explore the data on women and girls in STEM here: https://t.co/3lwv9XUwh8

[Student Edge @student_edge]

Wondering how students use and what they think about Generative AI? We found out!

The report is available online now for free download: https://t.co/KEe0rR4pTH…

@uniaus @YoungResilient

#GenerativeAI #GenZ

[Jonathon Hutchinson @dhutchman]

This week we are launching our Youth Online Safety project. We have co-created media with young people to represent some of the key findings, available here: https://t.co/kkuCQmowyk

[Student Edge @student_edge]

When it comes to uni students' future employment opps, an interplay of age, gender, study level & discipline influence their confidence.

Only 1 quarter of students express unwavering confidence & a 5th admit to lingering doubts.

Read our insights here: https://t.co/JVXaJWgJfI

[Student Edge @student_edge]

For 24% of Gen Zs, not having enough money = one of the hardest things about being a young person.

The May budget is tipped to increase the Jobseeker rate for people 55 & over -without an increase to Youth Allowance, what does this mean for young people?
https://t.co/z8YYxgVi1M

[Student Edge @student_edge]

3. Student comments shed light on cheating-related issues, including confusion about what constitutes cheating, use of online study assist Web sites, impact of open book exams, and evaluation methods introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic

[Student Edge @student_edge]

The academic year began with the risk of AI to education. More than ever, cheating & academic integrity are a concern for educators & students alike.

To shed light on the subject, we asked Aus & NZ uni students about their perceptions of cheating:

https://t.co/36p2HMZHIz

[Student Edge @student_edge]

2. Reported cheating awareness was highest for Medicine (25%) and lowest for Languages (13%)

[Student Edge @student_edge]

3. Lack of awareness is one of the main reasons students don’t take part in peer support programs, with 1 in 3 students who are not currently taking part wanting to be involved

[Student Edge @student_edge]

As university students navigate their academic journeys, many are searching for a greater sense of community.

Read the Chapter 2: 'Connection & Support at University' key insights from our research with @studiosity: https://t.co/2wuXd839Da
@UniversitiesNZ @uniaus @YoungResilient

[Student Edge @student_edge]

2. Students aged 18 to 25 prefer to connect with peers in-person, while students aged 30+ favour online connection

[Student Edge @student_edge]

With young people’s mental health being a major public health issue globally, it is more important than ever to learn how to help them make meaningful connections & to provide them with robust supports.

Read our research insights here: https://t.co/gUofkkJP8v
#mentalhealth #genz

[Student Edge @student_edge]

Stigma of appearing ‘weak and vulnerable’ continues to impact Gen Z

70% of young people aged 12-25 do not ask for help when experiencing a difficult time. So what is preventing young people from reaching out for help?

[Student Edge @student_edge]

1. Stigma of appearing ‘weak & vulnerable’ when discussing mental health resonates strongly with young people
2. 70% of young people do not ask for help when they are experiencing a difficult time
3. High school students are less open to seeking professional mental health support

[Student Edge @student_edge]

Did you know that for Uni students there is a correlation between feelings of stress & want for more connection with peers?

Check out our recent research with @studiosity on Students' top causes of stress & their priorities
https://t.co/cgfEplWXF5