Transgender Day of Remembrance 2018

November 20th, 2018

Please join us at this year’s vigil to honour those transgender and gender non-conforming people lives lost in 2018.
RSVP on Facebook. The event is suitable for all ages, although due to the nature of the event it may not be suitable for some, especially younger persons.

The location is safe, accessible by elevator, and with gender neutral washroom facilities nearby and light snacks will be served. Please let us know if you need any other accessibility support such as ASL interpretation, alternate formats of printed materials, or seating options at events@theuwsa.ca

The event is a part of Take Note: Stories of Gender-based Violence. 

25th Annual Homo Hop : Rainbows, sparkles & Glitter, OH MY!

November 6th, 2018

Tickets for the 25th Annual Homo Hop are now available fr $10 advance at Rainbow Lounge! Come dressed in your best because best costume gets a prize!
RSVP Here! 

Tickets are for $10 advance and available at the Rainbow Lounge or at the Info Booth! Email rainbowlounge@theuwsa.ca for more info!

Call for Feedback: Status of Women Director Title Change!

November 5th, 2018

 WE NEED YOUR INPUT! 

At the 2017 UWSA Special General Meeting (SGM), a motion was passed to get feedback from students about changing the title of the Status of Women Director. The interim title is Women, Trans, and Non-Binary Students’ Director while we explore other options. 

At the SGM, it was concluded that the ‘Status of Women Director’ title and qualification (‘to be a woman or self-identified woman’) excluded trans and non-binary people.

We need your suggestions regarding what the title of the ‘Status of Women Director’ be changed to and why!

There are suggestion boxes in the Women-Trans Spectrum Centre and the Rainbow Lounge where you can anonymously submit suggestions. You can also e-mail your VPEA, Zee at vpea@theuwsa.ca! 

We will also host open conversation sessions at The Hive in November to review and discuss the contents of this suggestion box. Your feedback will help us prepare a motion for UWSA’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in March. 

Please contact your VPEA Zee Morales at vpea@theuwsa.ca with questions. Thank you for your suggestions! 

UWSA Special General Meeting

October 30th, 2018

UWSA Special General Meeting is tomorrow! 

Join your students’ union as they give you an overview of the budget and vote on tabled motions from the AGM!
All students have voting and speaking rights!

Download the SGM Package here:
1. SGM Agenda 2018
2. AGM Minutes 2018
3.1 Tabled Motions from the Membership
3.2 SGM Motion from Membership
4. Operational Budget 2018-19
5. Tabled Motions of the UWSA

For more information, e-mail the Chair of the Board at chair@theuwsa.ca or call us at 204-786-9792.

Student Group Fair - October 29

October 26th, 2018

Whether you’re new to school, looking to get more involved with the UWSA or want to meet people with similar interests, there is a student group for you! Come down to the Riddell Hall Cafeteria on Monday and learn all about the different student groups on campus!

Check out all the student groups here!