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Meet your 2024/25 Executives

August 27th, 2024

Tomiris Kaliyeva (She/Her)

President
pres@theuwsa.ca
Office phone: 431-335-8201
Cell phone: 431-688-9095

Hiii! My name is Tomiris Kaliyeva and I am in my fourth year of a double major in International Development and Conflict resolution studies. I am also an international student from Kazakhstan! This is my second and last year as the president of the UWSA, so I am always looking for ideas and inspiration on how to better your university life. I am also here to help with whatever questions you might have and to advocate for you this year. Please feel free to reach out anytime!

 

Chhavi Dhir (She/Her)

Vice-President External Affairs
vpea@theuwsa.ca

Hello! My name is Chhavi Dhir (she/her). I am in my third year of BA Psychology. Thank you for electing me as the Vice President External Affairs. I have been actively involved in the community whether it’s being part of various student groups, being the Emerging Leader Director for UWSA, being international student mentor, Resident Advisor, Peer wellness Educator and working closely with Sexual Violence Response Team. As a Peer Wellness Educator and Resident Advisor, I dedicated myself to supporting peers in navigating mental health challenges and promoting overall well-being through workshops, events, and one-on-one interactions. I’m particularly proud of spearheading the annual Gala for International students, providing a platform for celebrating cultural diversity and fostering community engagement. This initiative exemplifies my commitment to creating a supportive environment where all students feel valued and included. I will tirelessly fight for better resources, health benefits, more mental health resources, more student/study spaces on campus, collaboration with other universities and departments and bringing more support and opportunities for students. I believe in the power of collaboration and inclusivity, and I am committed to fostering a supportive, safe, inclusive, and empowering environment. I am very approachable, feel free to reach out to me if you have any queries, want to discuss about different initiatives or want me to advocate for something. I hope I can bring some good changes on campus. THANK YOU!

Abrar Abdelmahmoud (She/Her)

Vice-President Student Affairs
vpsa@theuwsa.ca

UWSA Board Meeting: August 21

August 20th, 2024

The next UWSA Board of Directors Meeting is on Wednesday, August 21, at 2:00 PM in person in the UWSA Boardroom and on Zoom.

All University of Winnipeg students are welcome to attend the Open Session over Zoom. Please email admin@theuwsa.ca by 12:00 PM on the day of the meeting for the Zoom link using your UWinnipeg webmail address and your Student ID Number.

Please review the following documents before the meeting:

BOD 240821 Agenda

BOD 240731 Open Session Package

Any questions can be directed to Jacob Cramer, Chair of the Board, at chair@theuwsa.ca.

Green Space Opening Ceremony at the UWSA Daycare

August 6th, 2024

Join the UWSA Daycare for their Green Space Opening Ceremony on Thursday, August 15! There will be activities, guest speakers, and food available!

All are welcome to attend.

Volunteer for Roll Call

August 2nd, 2024

Volunteer at the UWSA’s biggest event of the year, Roll Call! Roll Call is the UWSA’s back to school event that helps engage students with the campus and community organizations. This year Roll Call will be taking place on September 4 and 5 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Responsibilities/Duties

  • Provide excellent customer service to students and individuals attending events and serve as an Ambassador of the UWSA.
  • Setting up, tearing down, room or space setup and configuration, lifting and moving large items.
  • Assist in directions.
  • Assisting patrons if they have any questions.

Mandatory Orientation: all volunteers MUST attend this orientation. Tuesday, August 27 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \

Shift times: must be able to stay the whole time

  • Tuesday, September 3 from 3 – 6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, September 4 from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, September 4 from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, September 5 from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, September 5 from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, September 5 from 3 – 6:30 p.m.

Please apply below or at theuwsa.ca/general-volunteer. If you have any questions please email events@theuwsa.ca

UWSA General Volunteer Form

This form is used to apply to volunteer for our different opportunities with the UWSA.

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    Please note that we expect you to stay your whole shift and not leave mid way through.

Free Menstrual Products Packs!

August 1st, 2024

The UWSA Foodbank will be giving away free Menstrual products to help UWinnipeg students.

Applications for the products close when supplies run out. You will receive an email with pick-up information. Please note that we have limited products, so we request students with an urgent need to apply.

Sign-up sheet can be found here: theuwsa.ca/free-menstrual-products

For more info, please email the Programs Manager at programs@theuwsa.ca.

 

UWSA Board Meeting: July 31

July 29th, 2024

The next UWSA Board of Directors Meeting is on Wednesday, July 31, at 2:00 PM in person in the UWSA Boardroom and on Zoom.

All University of Winnipeg students are welcome to attend the Open Session over Zoom. Please email admin@theuwsa.ca by 12:00 PM on the day of the meeting for the Zoom link using your UWinnipeg webmail address and your Student ID Number.

Please review the following documents before the meeting:

BOD 240731 Agenda

BOD 240731 Open Session Package

Any questions can be directed to Jacob Cramer, Chair of the Board, at chair@theuwsa.ca.

UWSA Student Beach Field Trip 2024

June 17th, 2024

Join us for a fun day at Grand Beach! This in-person event is perfect for relaxing, unwinding, and enjoying the sun with your fellow students. Pack your sunscreen, snacks, and beach gear for a day filled with sand and smiles. This event is exclusively for UofW students.

Don’t miss out on this exciting adventure – sign up now here.

What: Beach Field Trip
When: July 7 from 8:30AM – 5:00PM
Where: Grand Beach (Pick-Up Location at the Duckworth Centre)

UWSA Roll Call Exhibitor Sign-Up

June 15th, 2024

Are you interested in connecting with University of Winnipeg (UofW) students? You can sign up as an exhibitor at Roll Call, a back-to-school event hosted by the University of Winnipeg Students’ Association (UWSA) that helps students engage with the campus and community organizations. The fair is open to UW Student Groups, UW services and departments, community organizations, and external vendors.

The UWSA Roll Call 2024 Exhibitor’s Fair will be held on Wednesday, September 4, and Thursday, September 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You can sign up by following this link.

Indigenous Peoples Day Event

June 13th, 2024

We are celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day in an event that embraces and honours the culture and histories of the Indigenous People. Join us for an opening with Elder Sharon Pelletier, a performance by a local drum group, and a free beading workshop. We warmly welcome everyone to be a part of this celebration!

What: National Indigenous Peoples Day Event
When: Friday, June 21, from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Where: UWinnipeg Quad (or The UWSA Hive in case of rain).

University Access

May 13th, 2024

Students, faculty, and staff attending campus for classes or other University activities should bring their UWinnipeg ID with them to ensure they can access buildings as needed.

For any questions, please email security@uwinnipeg.ca

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