Overview
Students can easily access vital college resources, systems, and communication channels through the Columbia College myPortal app, which acts as a central hub. MyPortal streamlines campus life into a single, user-friendly platform that is customized to meet the needs of every student, covering everything from course administration and event participation to department updates and peer connections.
Challenges
Creating a user interface that could integrate multiple systems—academic, administrative, and social—into a single, user-friendly experience was the main challenge. The development team had to combine several data sources while maintaining high data security and real-time synchronization. Making sure the app's personalization engine presented pertinent content according to each student's profile without overloading the user with information was another significant challenge.
Results
There was a discernible rise in student involvement with campus services and events after the introduction of myPortal. It was simpler for users to interact with peers and faculty, access customized course materials, and remember crucial deadlines—all in one location. Students were able to better manage their social and academic schedules thanks to the user-friendly layout and real-time alerts, which lessened the stress that comes with juggling several disjointed platforms. By improving information accessibility and fostering a sense of community and support among students throughout their academic careers, myPortal effectively improved the digital campus experience.