Your Voice Matters – Let’s Hear It!

Join us from Monday, 3rd February to Friday, 7th February 2025 across all four campuses to share your feedback and help shape the future of your student experience.

What’s Speak Week?

Speak Week is here, and it’s going to be big! This is your chance to share your thoughts on what’s working, what’s not, and what you’d like to see improve at your university. Your feedback could shape the future of your student experience.

Pop by one of our Speak Week pop-ups to make your voice heard. It only takes a few minutes, but the impact could be lasting.

When and Where?

    Park Campus: Monday, 3rd February (10 am–4 pm)
    FCH Campus: Tuesday, 4th February (10 am–4 pm)
    Oxstalls Campus: Thursday, 6th February (10 am–4 pm)
    Hardwick Campus: Friday, 7th February (10 am–4 pm)

Why Should You Get Involved?

  • Your feedback matters: Everything you share will be used to drive real change.
  • It’s quick and easy: Drop by, share your thoughts, and go – no hassle.
  • See the impact: Your feedback will feed into a comprehensive Speak Week Report shared with university and SU stakeholders.

We’ll provide all the tools – iPads, interactive activities, and friendly faces – to make this an engaging and straightforward experience.

Student Voice Conference 2025

Empowering Voices, Inspiring Change

As part of Speak Week, we’re hosting the Student Voice Conference on Wednesday, 5th February at Oxstalls Campus. Whether you’re a course rep, network lead, SVA, or just passionate about making a difference, this event is for you.

What’s in Store?

  • Interactive workshops: Learn practical skills like advocacy, self-marketing, and navigating student leadership roles.
  • Inspiring guest speakers: Hear from experts who’ll motivate and empower you to take action.
  • Networking opportunities: Connect with peers, university staff, and student leaders.

Conference Schedule

    Welcome and Opening Remarks: 10:00 – 10:30
    Open Q&A: 10:30 – 11:30
    Breakout Session Block 1: 11:45 – 12:30
    Lunch: 12:30 – 13:30
    Breakout Session Block 2: 13:45 – 14:30
    Breakout Session Block 3: 14:45 – 15:30
    Conference Close and Final Remarks: 15:45 – 16:00

Why Attend?

  • Build Key Skills: Grow skills in leadership, communication, and advocacy.
  • Shape the Future: Play a direct role in improving the student experience.
  • Boost Your CV: Stand out to employers with skills gained from this unique experience.