The Estoril School of Hotel Management and Tourism (AEESHTE) Student Association app was developed to strengthen communication between the association and students, centralizing all information, benefits, and features relevant to the academic and social life of ESHTE students in a single digital space.

Introduction and Context

In a constantly evolving academic environment, the digitalization of services is essential to connect students with their representative association. Recognizing this need, AEESHTE created this app to provide an integrated, intuitive, and accessible experience that promotes student engagement and facilitates access to the activities and initiatives promoted by the AE.

This app thus responds to the growing demand for a dynamic and efficient platform that allows ESHTE students to access useful services, participate in events, and benefit from the exclusive benefits offered by the Student Association.

Purpose

The main purpose of the application is to serve as an official platform for interaction between AEESHTE and its students, functioning as a hub for communications, events, promotions, and student identity management through the AEESHTE digital student card.

Main Features

The application was developed with several key features, designed to meet the real needs of students:

Digital Student Card
Each student will have access to their personalized digital card, which serves as proof of their membership in AEESHTE and can be used to:

Obtain exclusive discounts and promotions with the association's partners;

Enter events organized by AE;

Participate in sweepstakes and special campaigns.

📅 Events Calendar
The application provides an updated calendar with all events organized or supported by AEESHTE, including academic parties, training sessions, lectures, and other relevant activities.

🔔 Important Notifications and Notices
Students receive real-time notifications about news, last-minute changes, active campaigns, or association announcements.

🛍 Promotions and Partnerships Area
Quick and convenient access to AEESHTE's partnerships with brands, restaurants, bars, gyms, and more—with special conditions for students.

🗳 Voting and Student Participation
A tool for participating in AE's voting and surveys, promoting internal democracy and active student involvement in the association's decisions.

📞 Student Contact and Support
A direct contact area with AEESHTE, where students can clarify questions, submit suggestions, or request support with academic and association-related matters.

Conclusion

The AEESHTE app is more than a digital tool—it's a direct channel between the association and its students. Intuitive, practical, and user-centered, it represents a step forward in the modernization of academic life, encouraging participation, promoting benefits, and ensuring that every student is always informed and involved.