Council heard the annual Academic Experience Survey report, which found that affordability continues to be a major concern for students. The body also approved phase one of a food bank renovation, necessitating its closure for up to three weeks in late August and early September, and gave the green light to a renovation of The Pit pub, after previously voting it down due to concerns over costs.
Arts students are voting on a student society fee increase as the AUS says rising inflation and operational costs make it difficult to sustain its services.
Live updates for AMS Council's March 25, 2026 meeting.
Zarifa Nawar is running for the Board of Governors opposing tuition increases and pushing for further funding for food security initiatives and UBC’s Work Learn program.
Jaiya Panchi is running for a student senator-at-large seat, hoping to cap textbook costs, make past syllabi available during registration and expand undergraduate research opportunities.
Live coverage of the Board of Governor candidates at the Great Debate. Present at the debate were candidates Bryan Buraga, Drédyn Fontana, Zarifa Nawar, Sultana Razia and Jacky Xue.