January 13th, 2023
Join us on a week to highlight and acknowledge the strides made by members of the Black Community through sharing information, film, and a celebration night. All are welcome to attend! More information on events will be announced soon!
The Black History Month Student Celebration Event will take place on Friday, February 10, at 5:30 pm. Presented by the UWSA BIPoC Lounge.
January 4th, 2023
The By-Law and Policy Committee has added more additions to the Election Reform Proposal Package. The package includes the original one posted in December plus the new ones. Please view the package linked below.
Please click here to review the proposed changes: January 2023 – By-Law Package Posting.
We also want to hear your feedback: theuwsa.ca/uwsa-reforms-feedback/
December 31st, 2022
Below you can view the By-Law and Policy Committee Reports from December 2022. For any comments or information, please email Thomas Hanan at t.hanan@theuwsa.ca.
December 22nd, 2022
The UWSA offices and services will be closed from December 23, 2022, to January 2, 2023, resuming activities on January 3. Happy Holidays!
December 15th, 2022
Students who started in the Winter Term may be eligible to Opt-Out of their UWSA Health Plan until January 17, 2023.
To opt-out of the health plan, click here.
Learn more about opting out and whether it’s the best option for you on our Health Plan Page.
Questions? Email: health@theuwsa.ca
December 12th, 2022
It’s finally back! After a 3-year hiatus, join us for Snowed In live! Our annual winter welcome-back event in January, where we celebrate the start of the Winter Term!
January 4-6, 2023
Bulman Student Centre
11 am – 3 pm
Join us for:
– Student Groups Tabling
– Board Games and Big Games
– Clothing Swap
– Free Breakfast and Lunch (while supplies last)
– Doggo Days
For the detailed daily schedule and details, click here.
Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram for updates.
Please e-mail accessibility requests and event questions to events@theuwsa.ca.
December 8th, 2022
The Manitoba Moose have partnered with the UWSA to offer UWinnipeg students and staff the opportunity to attend one or both of the following Manitoba Moose games:
Saturday, December 17 @ 2 PM – Teddy Bear Toss Game – fans are encouraged to bring a new stuffed toy to throw on the ice during the first intermission – all stuffed toys will be donated to the Christmas Cheer Board.
Sunday, December 18 @ 2 PM – Holiday Game – get your picture with Santa on the concourse!
You can get up to two complimentary tickets per game. Use the code UWSA1 during checkout through the following link: https://fevo.me/uwsa1.
December 7th, 2022
The UWSA Elections have experienced several periods of conflict and underwent significant reforms in 2020 and 2021; however, because of the COVID-19 pandemic and campus restrictions, UWSA By-Election 2022 is the first major on-campus election where we have been able to assess the new regulations in full force. While many election reforms worked well and created a positive learning environment for electoral candidates, some rules proved ineffective, unenforceable, or problematic.
The reforms in this proposal are designed to support the continued growth of the UWSA’s democratic process. This proposal is informed by the observations of staff throughout the UWSA By-Election 2022 and with respect and observance to the legacy of UWSA Directors, Executive, election candidates, and general membership who have participated in consultations about the UWSA Elections over the past three years.
We want to hear UofW students’ feedback on our proposed reforms for the UWSA Elections. Please let us know before Wednesday, January 4, 2023.
December 5th, 2022
In response to the growing number of foster children and youth in care that struggle to afford post-secondary studies, Storwell has developed the Storwell foster children bursary program. Along with providing accessible and affordable self-storage units, Storwell is also devoted to helping out the local community through various charitable causes and social initiatives.
According to the Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada, right now, there are approximately 63,000 Canadian children living in permanent care with foster families, extended family, or in group homes. Across the country, 235,000 children and youth have been identified as having experienced or being at risk of experiencing abuse and neglect. These children and youths often experience difficulties gaining access to adequate education opportunities, especially when it comes to post-secondary education. For every 1,000 youths in Canadian foster care, only eight go on to graduate with post-secondary education. One of the largest barriers to entry for children in foster care is the financial burden that comes along with post-secondary education.
The bursary program has helped numerous students across Canada achieve their educational goals. The aim of the foster children bursary program is to provide foster children with resources and opportunities that might be otherwise unavailable to them. With the proper tools, these students can work towards building a better life for themselves through the pursuit of higher education.
Storwell offers an annual bursary of $2,000 to help foster children attend post-secondary schools and to offer a hand-up as they make their way forward in life.
Eligibility requirements, information, and access to the application form can be found at: https://www.storwell.com/bursary-application
November 29th, 2022
The next UWSA Board of Directors Meeting is on Wednesday, December 7, at 5:30 PM.
All University of Winnipeg students are welcome to attend Open Session. Please email t.hanan@theuwsa.ca by 4:30 PM on the day of the meeting for the Zoom link using your UWinnipeg webmail address and your Student ID Number.
The board package and agenda will be uploaded to the website later this week.
Any questions can be directed to Carter Weins, Chair of the Board, at: chair@theuwsa.ca.
