We know that meeting other committee members in a similar position and having a chance to network is important to your development as a student leader.
Committee Craft runs on Thusday evenings during term time and aims to provide a casual, low-key space for you to network. We'll provide everything you need and you don't need any prior crafting experience to take part. Just bring yourself and a willingness to chat with other committee members who are doing a similar role to you!
Staff from the Development Team (and maybe even an Officer or two!) will be there to help keep the conversation going and to answer any questions you might have.
What to Expect
- Engaging, hands-on sessions designed with committees in mind
- A low-key, casual environment
- A fun craft you can take away!
What is the programme?
A full programme will be released termly and shared with group committees. To give you a flavour of our sessions, please see the below from TB2 2025
How do I book?
No need to book, you can simply just turn up! If we're super busy we may need to operate a one-in, one-out system so do come early!
CommitteeFest
Designed to empower and inform, CommitteeFest is Bristol SU's annual training conference for new and returning committee members. Hosted both virtually and in-person, our sessions will prepare you to lead successful student groups and develop your skills.
When is it?
- In-Person training for core committee roles will run from Tuesday 27 - Thursday 29 May
- Virtual training for all committee members will run from Monday 2 - Friday 6 June
What is the in-person training programme?
We will be hosting in-person training for core committee roles in late May, with a different role focussed on each day
- Tuesday 27 May - Presidents, Club Captains and Vice roles
- Wednesday 28 May - Wellbeing Champions, Equality Officers or similar
- Thursday 29 May - Treasurers and Secretaries
Check out the programme below
What is the virtual training programme?
We’re pleased to have on offer 24 individual training sessions over the week, more than we’ve ever done in previous years! Trainers will be a mix of Bristol SU Staff experts, University colleagues and the Bristol SU Development Team. We will also be operating morning drop-in sessions for any quick questions you may have for the Development Team.
We're putting the finishing touches to the programme and will release full deatils after Easter
How do I book?
Sessions will be availible to book from Tuesday 6 May using the form below. Training sessions will take place via Zoom and we will email you the link to the specific training room in advance, along with any additional content or instructions.
Bristol SU Learning Space
Finding time to attend training sessions isn't always easy so we have produced some short e-learning modules that can be completed in your own time, along with some longer courses for those who really want to get to know their role.
The Learning Space is also where you will complete essential training modules for reaffiliation
New sessions and live recordings of group training will be added throughout the year so do keep checking back!
Bristol PLUS
Maximise your time at university by achieving the Bristol PLUS Award.
Your experience as a Student Leader or student committee member, whether past or present, can count towards Experience hours for your PLUS Award, allowing you to gain extra recognition for your role.
By reflecting on the transferable skills you’ve developed in your role, the Bristol PLUS Award helps give you the confidence to tell employers about your passion and succeed at interviews.
You can use past or present experience that took place alongside your degree towards your PLUS Award – so you might already have most of the evidence you need to achieve! The Award is formally recognised on your degree transcript and at graduation, giving your CV a boost and helping you stand out to employers.
Get in touch with the Development Team
Book a meeting with the Dev Team
Send an email to the Dev Team
Check out training on the Bristol SU Learning Space
