USSU 2025-2026 Executive Scholarship

This year, the scholarship will be awarded to four deserving students, with each recipient receiving $1,000, supporting their educational journey at USask.

Eligibility Criteria:

1) Open to all undergraduate students at the University of Saskatchewan in good academic standing.

2) A strong record of community service, leadership, and efforts to promote diversity on campus.

3) Applications submitted by USSU employees will not be considered.

Selection Process:

1) The selection process begins with an initial screening by the IT department, ensuring that applications are provided to the USSU executives anonymously, with all identifying information removed. This step is crucial in maintaining a fair and unbiased review process.

2) The USSU Executive will then participate in a review process focusing on leadership, community, diversity, advocacy, and extracurricular activities as the key selection criteria.

Apply Today! Deadline: January 9, 2026 

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USSU Winter Term U-Pass

U-Pass is the USSU undergraduate transit pass, offering students significant savings on transportation. The U-Pass is mandatory for full and part-time undergraduate students at the U of S. Visit ussu.ca/upass  for Opt-Out information and to learn how to set up your smartphone as your U-Pass.

Important Dates

December  22, 2025

Winter term U-Pass can be loaded on your phone, but can’t be activated until January 1st. Winter term U-Pass allows you to access Saskatoon Transit from January 1st to April 30th.

December 22, 2025

Opt-out applications may be submitted online for eligible students enrolled in the Winter Term. You will be required to submit a U-Pass opt-out application each term.

December 31, 2025

Fall term U-Pass is deactivated at the end of the day. Winter Term U-Pass will be required effective January 1, 2026.

January 1, 2026

Winter Term U-Pass is active. You can activate your U-Pass on your phone after the start of the term (12:00 am on January 1st for the Winter Term).

January 19, 2026

Last day to submit opt-out applications for eligible students enrolled in the Winter Term. Completed online forms are due no later than 4:30 pm.

April 30, 2026

Winter Term U-Pass is deactivated at the end of the day. Spring Term U-Pass will be required effective May 1, 2026.

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ohpahotân | oohpaahotaan – Student Conversation Circles

Join us at the ohpahotân|oohpaahotaan Student Symposium to learn more about the strategy and each of the seven fundamental commitments.

ohpahotân | oohpaahotaan Student Conversation Circles

Join the Office of the Vice Provost Indigenous Engagement and the USSU for the ohpahotân | oohpaahotaan Student Symposium! We are inviting the USask Student community to continue the discussion of the ohpahotân | oohpaahotaan, the University of Saskatchewan Indigenous Strategy. A space where students can come together to learn and engage with this symposium will support the mobilization of commitments, calls to action, and guiding principles. Lunch will be provided!

Click here to register

 

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Colouring and Cocoa

Take a break from exam stress and unwind with crosswords, colouring, and fun activities — all while enjoying some relaxing refreshments. Give your brain a breather and recharge!

Dates: December  17
Time: 2-4 pm
Location: USSU Campus Club Space, Second Floor of Place Riel

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USSU Holiday Movie Night

Join us and enjoy Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Wind down with some hot chocolate and popcorn.

December 2 at Louis’ Loft
5:00 pm
Free

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USSU Annual General Meeting

All undergraduate students are eligible to propose amendments to the USSU Bylaw at the Annual General Meeting (AGM).  The USSU consults with the USSU lawyer to ensure that the proposed amendments are legal and adhere to the spirit and intent of the Bylaw.

The AGM will be held:
📆 Thursday, November 20, 2025
🕡 6pm
📍 ARTS 241 (Neatby Timlin Theatre)

𝗨𝗦𝗦𝗨 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀.

🍕 Pizza & refreshments will be provided!

🔗 Visit ussu.ca/agm for the proposed amendments.

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Imaginus Poster Sale

The Imaginus poster sale is back, November 4-7, in Place Riel. 9am-8pm Tuesday to Thursday and 9am-5pm on Friday.

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USSU Monster Mash

Enjoy a night of chills and thrills at the USSU x Louis’ Halloweek Monster Mash. We will have a live band, DJ, and costume contest!

Oct 30
8pm
Louis’

Tickets

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USSU Teaching Excellence Awards

Do you have a professor or teaching assistant who truly inspires you? Someone who makes learning exciting, goes the extra mile to help you succeed, or brings out the best in every student?

The USSU Teaching Excellence Awards celebrate instructors and TAs at the University of Saskatchewan who embody exceptional teaching. Great educators do more than share knowledge — they spark curiosity, encourage growth, and empower students to think critically and lead with confidence.

Nomination Period: October 14–26

Recognize your amazing instructor! Nominate them today for a USSU Teaching Excellence Award.

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Style Swap – Oct 15-16

In partnership with the USask Office of Sustainability, the USSU is hosting a FREE clothing sale on October 15 and 16 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm in North Concourse, Place Riel.

We are currently looking for preliminary donations – if you have any gently used, clean clothing you are looking to get rid of, please drop them off at the USSU Services Desk. Come back on October 15 and 16 to browse and find your new favourite pieces! Donations will also be welcome throughout the two days of the market. All donations left after the sale will be given to the ISSAC Campus Closet.

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