Big Academic Meeting (BAM): Student Rep Guide 

The Big Academic Meeting (BAM) is a university-wide forum hosted by York SU. It brings together Course Reps, Department Reps, Academic Society Leaders, SU Officers, and Senior University Staff into one room to discuss what's happening across York and drive real change.

Key Meeting Details

• When:

  • Session 1: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 -16:00pm – 17:30pm

  • Session 2: Wednesday, 2 December 2026 -10:00am – 11:30am

• Where: James Hall (opposite the York SU Centre) — Hybrid option available for online attendance.

• Who Goes: Course Reps, Department Reps, Academic Society Leaders, SU Officers, and Senior University Staff.

Why It Is Important to Attend

BAM is your direct platform to influence top-level university decisions:

• Direct Access to Senior Staff: Speak face-to-face with senior university managers and academic leadership

• Network & Collaborate: Meet Reps from other departments and Academic Society leaders to share common challenges, ideas, and solutions.

• Hear What’s Happening Across York: Get early updates on major university policies, ongoing campaigns, and cross-campus developments.

• Escalate Issues to the Top: When persistent issues are raised at BAM,  the Student Union can take them straight to the University Executive Board (UEC), the highest decision-making body at York. You are part of that change.

Note: Google Calendar invites will be sent to your rep email, keep an eye on your inbox!