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Calling all USask undergrad student leaders! This is your chance to make a difference on campus! You are eligible to apply for Student At Large (SAL) positions on any of the USSU Committees. Committee descriptions are available at ussu.ca/committees. 

If any of the following committees are of interest to you, please submit your application by September 18.

Academic Relations Committee
Determines all the USSU’s academic policies and monitors and analyses academic concerns at the University.

Advocacy Committee
The Advocacy Committee will advocate for the student body on academic and non-academic issues. This committee will work to identify concerns that affect students and develop strategies for addressing them.

Campus Group Committee
Liaise with campus groups regarding all issues and communications arising from or to student groups, including funding, ratification, insurance, and event coordination.

Elections Committee 
The Elections Committee oversees the USSU elections and referendums.

Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will be responsible for managing USC’s finances. This committee will review and oversee the USC’s budget, ensuring that funds are allocated appropriately.

Governance Committee
The Governance Committee will oversee the overall functioning of USC. This committee will review USC’s bylaw, policies, and procedures where appropriate to ensure they are up-to-date and effective.

Student Life and Sustainability Committee
The Student Life Committee will organize events and activities for students. This committee will work to identify areas where students would like to see more programming and develop events that meet those needs.

Student and City of Saskatoon Connection Committee
Liaison between the students and the City of Saskatoon regarding student concerns with the City of Saskatoon and represent students on different projects and initiatives brought forward by the City of Saskatoon.

Email president@ussu.ca for any questions about the application process.

Get Involved with Campus Groups! 

September 16 is the last day to submit U-Pass opt-out applications for eligible students enrolled in Fall Term. Completed online forms are due no later than 4:30 pm.

Join us for a week dedicated to discovering essential campus resources, tips on avoiding academic misconduct, and strategies to elevate your academic experience. Learn how to thrive academically and make the most of your university journey.

Don’t miss out and get informed, sessions will run from 10 am to 2 pm in the North Concourse of Place Riel.

There’s no better way to start your year! Join us at USSU Welcome Week on September 3-5 in the Bowl —where campus comes alive with excitement, music, and so much more!

What’s happening?

• Mini Doughnuts: Yes, they’re back! Thanks to SaskTel, come grab yours in front of Place Riel.
• Food Trucks & Beer Garden: Fuel up and chill out with your friends.
• DJs & Live Music: Enjoy the beats from top DJs all week long.
• Games & Activities: Join in on all the fun happening at the Bowl.
• Carless Drive-In: Don’t miss a special screening of Ratatouille on Thursday night.
• Free Giveaways: From the USSU Survival Calendar to other cool freebies, there’s so much out there!

Schedule:

Food Trucks

Pops Shawarma, Smoke’s Poutine, and Prime Bistro

Wednesday, September 3

• DevDaddy
• Drewski

Thursday, September 4

• 11 AM: Charly Hustle
• 2 PM DJ DevDaddy 
• 8 PM: Ratatouille at the Carless Drive-In (Popcorn provided by RBC On Campus) in the Bowl

Friday, September 5

• 11 AM: Easy T
• 2 PM: Charly Hustle returns to wrap up the week

The festivities start at 11:00 AM each day in the Bowl, so don’t miss out. Whether you’re a first-year or returning student, Welcome Week is your chance to dive into campus life, meet new people, and make unforgettable memories.

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing partners: SaskTel, Alumo, Affinity Credit Union, BMO, RBC On Campus, Synergy Credit Union, and CIBC for making this event possible.

Make sure to follow us on Instagram @ussuexec 

See you there!

U-Pass is the USSU undergraduate transit pass, which offers students huge 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.

Get ready for some summer sports fun with the USSU!

We are hosting a two-day competition of games on Cumberland Fields (in front of Pine Hall) on July 10th and 11th, 2025. All students, faculty, and staff are welcome to participate for the chance to win amazing prizes (and get some friendly competition in)!

U-Pass is the USSU undergraduate transit pass, which offers students huge savings on transportation. The U-Pass is mandatory for full and part-time undergraduate students at the U of S. The USSU Summer Term U-Pass is active July 1- August  31. Visit ussu.ca/upass  for Opt-Out information and to learn how to set up your smartphone as your U-Pass.

July 1, 2025

Summer Term U-Pass is now available to be activated and will be valid until August 31, 2025

July 3, 2025

Last day to submit opt-out applications for eligible students enrolled in Summer Term Quarter 3 (3 credits-July Only) and Quarter 3 & Quarter 4 (6 credits-July and August) classes. Completed online forms are due no later than 4:30 pm

U-Pass is the USSU undergraduate transit pass, which offers students huge savings on transportation. The U-Pass is mandatory for full and part-time undergraduate students at the U of S. The USSU Spring Term U-Pass is active May 1- June 30. Visit ussu.ca/upass  for Opt-Out information and to learn how to set up your smartphone as your U-Pass.

June 3, 2025

Last day to submit opt-out applications for eligible students enrolled in Spring Term Quarter 2 (3 credit classes) . Completed online forms are due no later than 4:30 pm.

June 30, 2025

Spring Term U-Pass is deactivated at the end of the day. Summer Term U-Pass will be required effective July 1, 2025.