We have a job opportunity!
January 10th, 2015
Ever wanted to work for the UWSA? You could be the next International Student Collective Coordinator!
Read more about the job and apply here!
Special General Meeting
January 8th, 2015
Notice to all UWSA members:
The 2015 Special General Meeting (SGM) will be held Thursday February 12th at 1:00 pm in the HIVE.
At this meeting the UWSA membership (that’s you!) will approve the minutes from our last general meeting, and review the By-Law changes being proposed.
Stay up to date with what’s coming by visiting our General Meetings section here.
If you would like to submit a By Law change the deadline is January 21 by 5:00 p.m.
If you would like to submit a Motion the deadline is February 2.
Contact the UWSA Acting Chair of the Board: Emily at chair(at)theuwsa.ca if you have questions, want to get involved or have a suggestion.
New Year, New Term!
January 4th, 2015
Welcome back! And to officially welcome you back to school we’re kicking things off with SnoWeek! Stay tuned to our social media so we can keep you in the loop about free coffee and other fun activities! And hey, Happy New Year!
Coffee Card!
December 4th, 2014
We teamed up with Diversity to bring you two free coffees during the busiest study season of 2014! Get yours at Info Booth!
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Foodbank Request
December 1st, 2014
Dear University Community,
The volunteer-driven UWSA Foodbank was created to provide regular food supplements during the year to University of Winnipeg students and community members in need. This year the UWSA has worked diligently to raise awareness about the Foodbank service, and has seen a significant increase of student usage. The UWSA Foodbank primarily works in conjunction with Winnipeg Harvest, receiving weekly shipments of food to distribute each Friday to registered clients; however, we also operate an Emergency Student Food Fund, which is primarily supplied with donations from university groups and other community-based organizations.
Currently our Emergency Student Food Fund is in need of donations. In the spirit of the holidays, we ask that your group/faculty/office consider running a collection drive. We are currently in need of:
– dried pasta, noodles, rice,
– pasta sauce, canned tomatoes,
– canned or dried beans, lentils, chick peas
– canned fruit and vegetables
– canned soup,
– granola bars, crackers, cookies, other small snack items.
Please also consider collecting these items. We recognize that they are more expensive than non-perishable food items, but they are rarely donated and are essential items for many student families:
-cat food and dog food,
– diapers (especially sizes 3, 4, 5, and 6), training pants,
– baby food, cereal, crackers, and formula,
– tampons and pads.
We ask that you remember not to donate expired food items. Although canned food items often last beyond the expiration date, we are not legally allowed to distribute these items and are required to throw them out.
All donations can be dropped off at the UWSA General Office in the basement of the Bulman Students’ Centre. Thank you for considering donating to our organization, it is only with the help of campus and community organizations like yours that we are able to ensure our students access to food security. If you have any questions, please contact Allison Reimer at vpss@theuwsa.ca or 204-786-9781.
Happy Holidays,
Jennifer Black
UWSA Foodbank Coordinator
Allison Riemer
UWSA Vice-President Student Services
Thrive on Campus!
November 24th, 2014
Thrive week might be over, but there are still lots of things going on to help you thrive on campus!
Elimination of interest on Manitoba Student Loans
November 20th, 2014
News release for immediate distribution:
THRIVE Week Nov. 3 - 6
October 29th, 2014
In collaboration with the University of Winnipeg, THRIVE Week is about raising awareness about the importance of health and wellness on campus for all.
Read more here!
Vote today, tomorrow and the day after!
October 27th, 2014
Need more information about the By-Election? Check out the page here.
Are you in favour of a U-Pass program? Learn more about U-Pass here.
Health Plan Opt-Out Deadline is extended to Oct. 31
October 21st, 2014
***** The OPT-OUT Deadline has been extended to Oct. 31.*******
The UWSA is committed to assisting any member with pre-existing coverage in the opt-out process. The service provider Morneau Shepell is working hard to correct the deficiencies in this process.
If you are having problems opting out you can call Morneau’s helpline at 1-844-384-0824.
