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NOTICE OF NOMINATION: GENERAL ELECTION 2024
NOTICE OF NOMINATION: GENERAL ELECTION 2024 150 150 admin

Notice is hereby given that Nomination Days are Monday, February 12 to Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Nominations for the election of a candidate for the following offices will be held virtually from 9 to 12 p.m. and received in-person at the SU main office from 12 to 3 p.m. on these days.

OFFICES AVAILABLE (NUMBER OF VACANCIES)

  • President (1)
  • Vice President Academic (1)
  • Vice President External (1)
  • Vice President Internal (1)
  • Faculty Representatives, Arts (4)
  • Faculty Representative, Cumming School of Medicine (2)
  • Faculty Representatives, Haskayne School of Business (2)
  • Faculty Representative, Kinesiology (1)
  • Faculty Representative, Law (1)
  • Faculty Representative, Nursing (1)
  • Faculty Representatives, Schulich School of Engineering (3)
  • Faculty Representatives, Science (3)
  • Faculty Representative, Social Work (1)
  • Faculty Representative, Veterinary Medicine (1)
  • Faculty Representative, Werklund School of Education (1)
  • Faculty Rep., School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape (1)
  • Board of Governors Student at Large Representative (1)
  • Senate Student at Large Representative (2)

More information and announcements can be found on the www.su.ucalgary.ca/elections page.

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President’s Message: The SU Survey, Pet Therapy, Clubs Week, and Trivia Nights at the Den
President’s Message: The SU Survey, Pet Therapy, Clubs Week, and Trivia Nights at the Den 150 150 admin

Happy New Year, UCalgary!

Welcome back. In case we haven’t met yet, I’m Shaziah Jinnah Morsette, your Students’ Union President. I have a few updates on SU programs and events to kick off the winter semester.

Take the SU Survey

Take the annual SU Survey now and enter to win one of ten $100 Amazon.ca gift cards. It’s your chance to voice your thoughts on the SU and your student experience – we want to make them even better, but we can’t do it without your help. It only takes 10 minutes: take the survey now.

Fun nights coming up at the Den

  • Music Bingo: Tuesday, Jan. 16 from 6 – 9 p.m.
  • Barbie Trivia night: Tuesday, Jan. 23 from 6 – 8:30 p.m.
  • C of Red at the Den: Thursday, Jan. 25. Join us for Calgary Flames giveaways and Den specials. The fun starts at 4:30 p.m. – see you there!

Work with US: Run in the SU General Election 

Have you ever thought about taking on a leadership role at the SU? The SU General Election is coming soon. Official nomination packages will be available at the end of the month – but in the meantime, we’re regularly updating our election webpages with important information and deadlines. Save the date for election orientation sessions, happening at 12:30 p.m. on Jan. 31 and 2:00 p.m. on Feb. 1!

SU Clubs Week: Jan. 15 – 17

Clubs Week is back! Stop by the North and South Courtyards in Mac Hall – there’s bound to be one or more clubs that’s a perfect fit for you.

Pet Therapy in That Empty Space: Jan. 17

The puppies are back! Pet Therapy returns on Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 12 p.m.

SU Volunteer Fair: Jan. 24

Are you looking for your volunteering niche? Join us in the Mac Hall North Courtyard on Wednesday, Jan. 24 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. to connect with volunteer organizations from across Calgary.

Mac Hall Concerts

Have you ever been to a concert in Mac Hall? Follow us at @macewanhall on Instagram, or subscribe to our email list to make sure you never miss a show.

Health and Dental Plan Deadline (Opt-out and Family Add-on): Jan. 26

If you are a new student this semester, you should know that you are automatically enrolled in the SU’s health and dental plan. If you have alternate coverage, you may opt out by Jan. 26.

If January is your enrolment anniversary (you are not a new student but you started at UCalgary in a previous January), then this is also your annual deadline for adding family members. Details and forms are all here at: https://www.mystudentplan.ca/uofcalgary

You’ll hear from me again soon, but in the meantime the best way to stay up to date is to follow the SU on Instagram or TikTok at @SUUofC.

Shaziah Jinnah Morsette,
Your Students’ Union President

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President’s Message: Already thinking about next semester? So are we!
President’s Message: Already thinking about next semester? So are we! 150 150 admin

Hello UCalgary,

We don’t always send an email this late in the semester, but if you have some time on your hands, we have a few opportunities you might want to check out for the new year.

Volunteer on Campus

SU Volunteer Services is recruiting. We are looking for volunteers for the SU Campus Food Bank, Students for Literacy, and the Volunteer Tax Program. Visit our volunteer programs page to learn more.

Join the Teaching Excellence Awards Committee

For nearly 40 years, the SU has invited students to nominate their UCalgary teachers for an SU Teaching Excellence Award. The awards committee works to promote the nominations in fall and winter semesters, and conducts class visits to observe nominated teachers before selecting the winners and planning an awards ceremony in April. The total time commitment for each committee member is around 15 hours. Learn more on the committees page on the SU website.

Work with US

We are hiring Deputy Returning Officers (DROs) to help run the SU General Election and Referendum. DROs must be available to work shifts from Jan. 22 – Mar. 8. Apply by Jan. 3 on the SU website.

Run in the SU General Election

Speaking of the election, have you ever thought about taking on a leadership role at the SU? Official nomination packages will be available Jan. 29, but in the meantime, we’re regularly updating our election webpages with important information and deadlines. If you have questions about life as an SU elected official or campaigning, we are also hosting pre-election workshops Jan. 31 and Feb. 1. Watch our social media channels for updates.

Join a Club

Clubs Week returns Jan. 15 – 17 in the Mac Hall North and South Courtyards.

Apply for an award or scholarship

Club Awards nominations open Jan. 9, with categories like sustainability, innovation, and engagement. Mark your calendar and nominate your amazing club.

We are accepting applications for the SU Pride Scholarship, which is a Quality Money initiative dedicated to recognizing UCalgary students who have contributed to the betterment of the queer community. Apply by Feb. 1.

Enjoy your well-deserved break,

Shaziah Jinnah Morsette
Your Students’ Union President

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Undergraduate Research, Stress Less Events, and C of Red at the Den
Undergraduate Research, Stress Less Events, and C of Red at the Den 150 150 admin

Hello UCalgary,

If you need a quick break from studying, we’ve got a few events to help you recharge before exams.

Undergraduate Research Symposium: Nov. 22 – 23

The SU’s 18th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium is happening this week. On Wednesday and Thursday, wander through the exhibit in Mac Hall North Courtyard and check out the work of all the winners. On Wednesday, Nov. 22, we are hosting research workshops all day long with topics like research data management and representation of minority groups in research leadership.

StressLess Week is next week: Nov. 27 – Dec. 1

StressLess Week returns to Mac Hall just in time. Drop by the North Courtyard on Tuesday for Aromatherapy, Wednesday for tote bag decorating, and Thursday for bracelet-making. We’ve also got two days of Pet Therapy on both Monday and Friday.

Calgary Transit Disruption: Nov. 24 – Dec. 4

Make sure you plan ahead if you usually rely on the train to get to campus. There will be no CTrain service on the Red Line between Chinook and City Hall/Bow Valley College station from Nov. 24 to Dec. 4. Learn more on the Calgary Transit website.

Two more Trivia Nights at the Den: RuPaul on Nov. 23 and Game of Thrones on Dec. 5

Take a real brain break answering some fun questions that don’t impact your GPA. The Den’s Trivia nights start at 6:30 p.m.

The C of Red is coming back to the Den: Nov. 30

The Den is hosting “C of Red” night on Thursday, Nov. 30. Join us for Calgary Flames giveaways and Den specials. You can watch the game at the Den, or if you have tickets to the game, you can hop on a C of Red bus to head down to the Saddledome. The fun starts at 4:30 p.m. – see you there!

Volunteer with the SU Volunteer Tax Program

The Volunteer Tax Program has a few more spots available! We provide volunteers with CRA training, experience in tax preparation, and lots of new friends. Learn more and apply here.

SU Living Room: Disney Edition on Dec. 5

Take a study break with us! Drop by That Empty Space any time Dec. 5 for free movies, snacks, and fun activities. We’re showing Tangled at 10 a.m., Little Mermaid (live action) at 12 p.m., and Elemental at 2:30 p.m.

Textbook Consignment

Are you ready to say goodbye to some old textbooks? Bring your used textbooks to Bound and Copied, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Locker Rentals

Do you need a place to keep your winter boots while you’re in class? We’ve got lockers in convenient locations all over campus, and you can rent one through your my.ucalgary.ca student centre.

Good luck on your exams! You’re only a few weeks away from a well-deserved break.

Shaziah Jinnah Morsette,
Your Students’ Union President

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President’s Message: A quick update for all students on our Tuition and Fee Consultation
President’s Message: A quick update for all students on our Tuition and Fee Consultation 150 150 admin

In September, preliminary proposals for tuition and fee increases for the 2024-2025 academic year were made by the university sharing a 2% proposed increase to domestic tuition, a 10% proposed increase to international tuition, and a 2% increase to all mandatory non-instructional fees (MNIFs).

This fall, we have been working hard to push UCalgary admin to incorporate student feedback into their proposal for the next round of tuition and fee increases. Thankfully, this year’s new process has allowed more meaningful consultation and more opportunity to voice student needs and concerns.

International students have already endured exorbitant tuition increases over the last four years, some even as high as 40%. And we have concerns about MNIFs – students should have confidence in the transparency of these fees and see value in what they receive in return.

Here are our asks instead:

Tuition

  • Align international and domestic tuition increases at 2%
  • Provide international students with a 4-year and 5-year tuition guarantee when accepted
  • Assemble an Affordability Task Force to be vigilant with this escalating issue

Fees

  • Freeze all fee increases until there is more transparent reporting on where fees are going
    • This includes the university providing companion documents to better clarify current Mandatory Non-Instructional Fee reports by Nov. 15
  • Commit to improving the value students receive from the Athletics Fee in a meaningful way before it can be increased

 Re-invest in Academics and Mental Health

  • Expand academic advising capacity so students can access a quality appointment in a timely manner
  • Expand and improve the professional capacity of Student Wellness and Accessibility Services

International Student Supports

  • Establish an International Student Advisory Committee to address the urgent needs of international students at UCalgary
  • Invest in programs and services that international students need, such as:
    • More transition and program support advisors​
    • More immigration support advisors
    • More funding for programming
    • Hiring someone to be a dedicated wellness service staff member to support international students

Ancillary

  • Reduce proposed increases for residences to 1.0-5.0%
  • Prioritize student satisfaction with meal plans and increase the quality of food
What’s happening next?

On Tuesday, October 31st, UCalgary admin will attend a second Students’ Legislative Council (SLC) meeting, where a proposal will be presented for tuition and fee increases for the 2024-2025 academic year, following the student consultation that has occurred. If you’d like to submit a question or comment to be addressed at the SLC meeting, please submit it here.

Our work in addressing these proposed tuition raises all lead up to a vote at the UCalgary Board of Governors’ meeting on December 8. There, we learn if these changes are approved. Student engagement is essential to make sure that the proposal reflects what students want.

I hope that we can count on your support.

Your Students’ Union President,
Shaziah Jinnah Morsette

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President’s Message: SU Teaching Excellence Awards: nominations close this Friday, Oct. 20
President’s Message: SU Teaching Excellence Awards: nominations close this Friday, Oct. 20 150 150 admin

Hello UCalgary,

Thank you so much to all those who voted in the SU By-Election last week. I’ve got just a few more quick reminders for this month.

Teaching Excellence Nominations close on Friday, Oct. 20

This is the last week to nominate your prof or TA for an SU Teaching Excellence Award. Has an instructor or TA gone the extra mile this semester to make your class extraordinary? Nominate them for a Teaching Excellence Award. It’s super easy: just complete the short online form.

Fall Food Drive continues until Oct. 31

October is Food Security Awareness Month, and we are holding our annual Fall Food Drive. You can make a donation in person or a monetary donation on our GoFundMe page. Your support helps us provide healthy food options for campus community members in need.

We are also hosting a food-related Wellness Wednesday event called Food for Thought. This will be an interactive presentation Wednesday, Oct. 25 in That Empty Space that will offer tips and tricks for navigating grocery shopping and basic food safety tips that every student should know. RSVP at https://forms.gle/PLX9gFB6LV7pANGTA

The C of Red is coming to the Den: Oct. 26

The Den is hosting our first “C of Red” night on Thursday, Oct. 26. Join us for Calgary Flames giveaways and Den specials. You can watch the game at the Den, or if you have tickets to the game, you can hop on a C of Red bus to head down to the Saddledome. The fun starts at 4:30 p.m. – see you there!

Volunteer with the SU Volunteer Tax Program

The Volunteer Tax Program is build its team, and has a few more spots available! We provide volunteers with CRA training, experience in tax preparation, and lots of new friends. Learn more and apply here.

SU Quality Money and Sustainability Fund Deadlines: Nov. 24

Finally, SU Quality Money is a program that funds projects and programming that improve campus life. In the past, we’ve funded brilliant ideas like scholarships and bursaries, study space renovations, and free period products in Mac Hall. This year, we have combined the deadline with the SU Sustainability Fund. If you’ve got a big idea, apply for a one of these grants and make it a reality. The deadline is November 24. Need some inspiration? Check out the hundreds of projects we’ve funded already.

I’ll be back with another email soon, and in the meantime, the best way to stay up to date is to follow the SU on social media, @SUUofC.

Your Students’ Union President,
Shaziah Jinnah Morsette

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STUDENTS’ UNION 2023 BY-ELECTION RESULTS ANNOUNCED
STUDENTS’ UNION 2023 BY-ELECTION RESULTS ANNOUNCED 150 150 admin

Five new members elected to join the 81st Students’ Legislative Council 

CALGARY, AB – Results of the University of Calgary Students’ Union (UCSU) By-Election were announced at the end of the day on Friday. There was a total of five seats available across four different faculties, with Engineering, Nursing and Veterinary Medicine each electing one representative and Arts electing two.  

Looking first at the multiple positions open within the Faculty of Arts, students elected Naomie Bakana and Tanner Neigel out of the six candidates who ran in the by-election. Naomie and Tanner captured 21.2% and 24.8% of the vote, respectively.

In the Schulich School of Engineering race, Seniru Ruwanpura has been elected out of the four candidates who ran. Seniru was elected with 65% of the vote. There were two candidates running to represent the faculty of Nursing. Colton Channon was elected with 50.4% of the vote. Finally, in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine election, students confirmed sole candidate Nancy Ngo to the elected position. Ngo was previously filling the position as an appointed representative, over the spring and summer. She received a Yes vote of 100%. “I would like to congratulate and welcome our new faculty representatives to the Students’ Legislative Council. It is always a good thing for students when they have the most representation possible, so we are thrilled to welcome five new elected officials. I look forward to working with all of them for the remainder of this legislative year,” said Shaziah Jinnah Morsette, SU President.

It is also worth mentioning that in September, SLC received a resignation from one of the current Faculty of Arts Representatives. As the By-Election process was already underway by the time of their resignation, their seat was ineligible for candidates to run for. This final, vacant position will be filled by appointment in the coming weeks.

This year’s By-Election saw 1,115 students vote. As this was a By-Election, votes were limited to students currently enrolled in the applicable faculties which had races. By-Election results become official on October 23.

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Media Contact: 
Nathan Ross, Manager of Communications and Government Relations 
403-835-1836 // nathan.ross@ucalgary.ca 

2023 By-Election Faculty Representatives (left to right): Seniru Ruwanpura (Schulich), Naomie Bakana (Arts), Tanner Neigel (Arts)

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President’s Message: Three ways to make your voice heard this week
President’s Message: Three ways to make your voice heard this week 150 150 admin

Hello UCalgary,

Two important events are happening on campus this week: UCalgary’s Student Community Discussion, and the SU By-Election. Both of these events are excellent ways to get involved and be heard. Oct. 11 is also the final day to complete the student housing survey (link below).

UCalgary’s Student Community Discussion: Oct. 11 

UCalgary is hosting a Student Community Discussion on Oct. 11 from 1:30 – 2:30 in MacEwan Ballroom, and they want to hear what students have to say about affordability and all aspects of the student experience. Register to attend in person, or participate online.

This community discussion is part of a larger tuition consultation process leading up to a Board of Governors’ vote in December. UCalgary has released proposed tuition and fee increases for 2024-25, and is seeking student input through this event, a survey, and in several meetings with your SU representatives. We encourage you to review the proposed increases and complete the survey.

SU By-Election Voting Days: Oct. 11 – 13 

Are you, or do you know someone in the Faculty of Arts, Engineering, Nursing, or Veterinary Medicine? If you are in one of these faculties, now is your chance to elect your faculty representatives. The SU By-Election voting days begin Wednesday at 9 a.m. and remain open  until 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13. Voting is easy – log in through your my.ucalgary.ca student centre and follow the link.

Have your say in the future of on-campus housing: Oct. 11 

Residence Services wants to understand students needs with UCalgary’s housing options (both on- and off-campus). They are running a survey for all students currently attending UCalgary.

The deadline to submit your responses is Oct. 11, 2023.

SU Quality Money and Sustainability Fund Deadlines 

Just one more reminder – have you heard of SU Quality Money? This program funds projects and programming that improve campus life. In the past, we’ve funded brilliant ideas like club scholarships, the SU Pride Scholarship, study space renovations, and free period products in Mac Hall. This year, we have combined the deadline with the SU Sustainability Fund. If you’ve got a big idea, apply for a one of these grants and make it a reality. The deadline is November 24. Need some inspiration? Check out the hundreds of projects we’ve funded already.

I’ll be back with another email later this week. In the meantime, the best way to stay up to date is to follow the SU on TikTok and Instagram at @SUUofC.

Your Students’ Union President,
Shaziah Jinnah Morsette

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President’s Message: Food Security Awareness Month, SU Q Centre Open House, and SU By-Election Candidates
President’s Message: Food Security Awareness Month, SU Q Centre Open House, and SU By-Election Candidates 150 150 admin

Hello UCalgary,

We have lots going on in October so this will be the first of a few messages this month. For now, here is a quick round-up of upcoming events and important deadlines:

FOOD SECURITY AWARENESS MONTH: FALL FOOD DRIVE AND SU SUPER STACK

October is Food Security Awareness Month at the SU, and there are lots of ways to participate.

  • Fall Food Drive: You can make a donation in person or a monetary donation on our GoFundMe page
  • SU Super Stack: meet us on Wednesday, Oct. 4 in the Mac Hall North Courtyard with boxed food and hygiene products to stack our shelves for the winter.
  • Food for Thought: an interactive presentation Wednesday, Oct. 25 in That Empty Space that will offer tips and tricks for navigating grocery shopping and basic food safety tips that every student should know. RSVP at https://forgle/PLX9gFB6LV7pANGTA

SU Q CENTRE OPEN HOUSE: OCT. 5

Join us on Thursday, Oct. 5 from 12 – 3 p.m. for our SU Q Centre Open House. Drop in for a tour, snacks and to learn about our programs!

ADVOCACY UPDATES

September was a really busy month for your elected officials. After successfully lobbying City Council to adopt affordable housing recommendations, we are focused on campus next:

encouraging UCalgary admin to consider student feedback as they prepare their proposal for the next round of tuition and fee increases. We have specific asks with respect to tuition increases, international students’ tuition and value, and mandatory non-instructional fees (MNIFs). You can read about our advocacy efforts on our blog.

HAVE YOUR SAY IN THE FUTURE OF ON-CAMPUS HOUSING

Residence Services wants to understand students needs with UCalgary’s housing options (both on- and off-campus). They are running a survey for all students currently attending UCalgary.

The deadline to submit your responses is Oct. 11, 2023.

SU BY-ELECTION: ARTS, SCHULICH, NURSING, AND VET MED

If you are in one of these four faculties, this is your chance to elect your faculty representatives. Nominations are in, and voting days are next week: Oct. 11 – 13. Get to know your candidates here.

CALLING ALL FUTURE TAX EXPERTS

The Volunteer Tax Program is looking to build its 2023 team. We provide volunteers with CRA training, experience in tax preparation, and lots of new friends. Learn more and apply here.

TEACHING EXCELLENCE AWARDS

It’s time to start thinking about your excellent teachers this semester. Do you have a prof or TA that goes above and beyond in your class? You should nominate them for a Teaching Excellence Award! It’s super easy: just complete the short online form. All nominations for fall classes need to be in by October 20.

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN ENGLISH TUTOR TO HELP WITH YOUR CONVERSATION, READING, AND WRITING SKILLS?

The SU Students for Literacy program is offering free one-on-one tutoring for students and community members who would like to improve their English skills. Applications to be set up with a tutor are open now! To apply, email sfl@ucalgary.ca or visit Volunteer Services (Mac Hall – east end) to pick up an application form.

PET THERAPY

Last but never least, our friends from PALS will be back in That Empty Space on Wednesday, Oct. 11 from 12 – 1:30 p.m. (lower level Mac Hall). Come and say hi!

I’ll be back with another email soon – there is always lots to share. In the meantime, the best way to stay up to date is to follow the SU on TikTok and Instagram at @SUUofC.

Shaziah,
Your Students’ Union President

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Advocacy Blog: Affordable Housing and Tuition Consultation
Advocacy Blog: Affordable Housing and Tuition Consultation 150 150 admin

Housing Affordability

The SU advocacy team has been advocating to city council about the importance of supporting and implementing the housing affordability recommendations, which were brought to committee on September 14th. The SU advocacy team spoke with city councillors leading up to the vote about the impact that skyrocketing rental prices and extremely low vacancy rates have had on students, urging councillors to pass all the recommendations.

Students made their voices heard loud and clear at City Hall on September 14th, joining hundreds of others rallying for housing affordability. The energized group heard messages of support from Mayor Gondek, Councilor Wallcott, and many inspiring individuals sharing the impact that the housing crisis is having on folks in Calgary during the rally.

VP External, Mateusz Salmassi, and passionate students Isabella Rodriguez Pinedo, Michael Storozhakov, and Siraaj Shah spoke at the public hearing expressing that the strategy is essential for students and Calgarians alike. On September 16th the strategy was successfully passed in full with additional amendments which prioritize student housing and landlord licensing.

What exactly does this mean? Passing the ‘Home is Here’ housing strategy means many positive things for students and increased access to affordable and safe living accommodations. This includes 25 million dollars invested into post-secondary student housing, exploring landlord licensing, 3,000 new non-market homes and an additional 1,000 market homes per year, incentives for secondary suites, zoning changes, and many more positive strategies to address the housing crisis. Passing the strategy is an exciting step towards a more affordable future for all Calgarians. The SU advocacy team will continue to engage with councillors and all levels of government to ensure that these recommendations are effectively implemented.

The SU would like to extend a huge thank you to every person who helped to make the passing of the strategy possible. From students who wrote to their city councillor, helped volunteer, showed up at the rally, or spoke at the public hearing, we couldn’t have done it without you, thank you.

Tuition and Fee Consultation

This month marks the start of the tuition and fee consultation process with the university as they prepare their proposal for the next round of tuition and fee increases. Preliminary proposals for tuition and fee increases were made by the university sharing a 2% proposed increase to domestic tuition, a 10% proposed increase to international tuition, and a 2% increase to all mandatory fees.

As part of the consultation process elected officials and students were provided a chance to respond to the preliminary proposal during SLC on Tuesday, September 26th. The meeting is the first of many meetings which will serve as a chance for both students and SU elected officials to urge admin to take student feedback into consideration. SU president, Shaziah Jinnah Morsette, and VP External, Mateusz Salmassi presented to admin during the September 26th meeting specifically sharing the SU’s expectations and asks regarding the proposal.

So, what are our asks? The SU calls for administration to align international tuition increases with domestic tuition increases. All students are facing significant affordability challenges and disproportionately penalizing international students is something the SU will not stand behind! Additionally, the SU urges administration to increase investment in international student services to better support international students. The SU also calls for a freeze on all fees until there is increased transparency about where money is going and the quality of services that they promise to provide has increased. Students should get good quality services in return for their fees, and this is currently not the case.

Consultations will continue throughout the coming weeks. On October 11th, the university will hold a Student Community Discussion in MacEwan Ballroom. On October 31st, administration will attend a second SLC meeting. Student engagement is essential to make sure that the future proposal reflects what students want.

A Win for Haskayne Student Representatives

The SU is also extremely proud to announce that faculty representatives have secured a voting seat on the Haskayne Faculty Council. Student representatives have not had a vote on the council since 2015 and have worked extremely hard to make sure that students have been afforded a seat at the table.

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