Darel, Celjie, Jeed, and Jenica - IT students


As students embark on their academic journey, one of the most significant hurdles they face is finding reliable and accessible information about their university. For many, particularly freshmen, navigating the labyrinth of admissions processes, course requirements, policies, and even everyday campus operations can feel overwhelming. The frustration often stems from the fragmented and sometimes contradictory sources of information available to students.

In interviews with IT students Darel, Celjie, Jeed, and Jenica, it became clear that a centralized and reliable source for university-related information is not just desirable—it’s essential. According to their experiences, existing information channels—whether online platforms, administrative offices, or even informal peer advice—tend to be inconsistent, unclear, and difficult to navigate.


The pain point is clear: without a dependable, unified platform, students are left to piece together information from multiple sources, leading to confusion, delays, and unnecessary stress. This lack of consistency makes it difficult for students to make timely and informed decisions regarding their academic life, from enrollment to graduation.

The core problem that CampusGuide AI seeks to address is the absence of an efficient, accessible, and trustworthy resource that consolidates all relevant university information in one place. This means creating a centralized platform where students can find up-to-date and accurate information effortlessly, without the need to navigate multiple conflicting sources. By solving this, CampusGuide AI will help students, especially freshmen, make informed decisions more quickly, reducing the stress and uncertainty that often comes with the lack of clear, reliable guidance.












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