Student Experience at Permanent Private Halls
At a collegiate university such as Oxford, your college plays a significant role in shaping your overall experience. Being placed in a Permanent Private Hall (PPH) offers a distinctive and unique Oxford experience, and it is essential to ensure that students in PPHs receive an experience that is as academically and personally enriching as those in traditional colleges.
We understand that a review of one of the PPHs was conducted earlier this year, which included input from students. The aim of this report is to expand upon these student perspectives to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the support and wellbeing, inclusion, and the religious atmosphere within all PPHs. Additionally, whereas the PPHSC review gathered feedback through group settings, our consultations were conducted individually, allowing for more personal and detailed insights.
As the elected representatives for students, we believe we are well-positioned to carry out this research and act as a bridge between students and the University. Students may feel more comfortable and open in expressing their experiences to fellow students, rather than to University officials, especially on sensitive matters related to personal wellbeing and inclusion.
The purpose of this report is not to replicate or critique the earlier review, but to provide the committee with additional student feedback and deeper insights that can inform their decision-making process and help ensure that students at PPHs receive an experience that is equal in quality and support to that of the broader Oxford community.