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Maximising Impact with Minimal Resources: Planning Successful Small SU Events
- Maximising Impact with Minimal Resources: Planning Successful Small SU Events SODA, Cinema Wednesday 13-08-2025 - 15:45 until Wednesday 13-08-2025 - 16:35
Maximising Impact with Minimal Resources: Planning Successful Small SU Events
What you need to know:
- Location: SODA, Cinema
- Date: Wednesday 13 August 2025
- Time: 15:45 - 16:35
- Presenter(s): Eve Woodall, Ryan Coleflax, Hallam Students' Union and Phillip Smith, Rutgers University
Please note, all sessions across both days are subject to change. Any changes will be updated across the website and in any other digital comms in advance.
From the presenter:
This session explores how a small Students’ Union can deliver high-impact events with limited staff, time, and funding, while managing the growing pressure to build on previous year’s successes.
Led by ENSA (Edinburgh Napier Students’ Association), the session will share practical approaches to planning smarter, not harder. From DIY decorations to using student volunteers, we’ll highlight ways to run various events without breaking the bank.
We’ll reflect on what happens when expectations rise but resources don’t—like when our university’s £75K Welcome Fest couldn’t be repeated, so we created our own version for just £650.
Whether you're a team of one or five, you’ll leave with real examples, creative ideas, and permission to prioritise impact over perfection. We’ll also create space for discussion: how do we define success when costs are rising and capacity is stretched?
This session is for anyone who wants to run meaningful events in a sustainable, student-focused way—no glitter cannons required!
🕺Who can come?
Staff working in clubs and societies, advice, student reps, democracy, governance, campaigning – anything within membership services across the UK.
🎟️ Do I need a ticket?
Yes! But tickets for this conference are now unavailable.
🎤 What type of atmosphere should I expect?
Expect a friendly, open and inclusive space to network, share and learn with likeminded people.
♿️ Is the event accessible for all?
Yes, our reception team will be on hand if you need any assistance.
☎️ Who should I contact for more information?
For more info about this event, contact Mikey and for any questions about specific sessions, contact Alan Roberts
📍Where is SODA?
14 Higher Chatham Street,
Manchester,
M15 6ED
Venue/Timing
Venue : SODA, Cinema
Type: Day 1 - Student Opportunities, Membership Services Conference Day 1
Start Date: Wednesday 13-08-2025 - 15:45
End date: Wednesday 13-08-2025 - 16:35
Location
Contact Details
Mikey Goodwin
m.goodwin@mmu.ac.uk
Terms and Conditions
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