Last day to submit opt-out applications for qualified students enrolled in Summer Term, Quarter 4 (3 credit classes). Completed online forms are due no later than 4:30 p.m.
Summer Term U-Pass passes are deactivated at the end of the day. Fall Term U-Pass will be required effective September 1, 2023.
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Opt-out applications may be submitted online for eligible students enrolled in Summer Term, Quarter 3 & Quarter 4 (6 credit classes, July & August) and/or Quarter 3 (3 credit classes).
Summer Term U-Pass can be loaded on your phone but can’t be activated until July 1. Summer Term U-Pass allows you to access Saskatoon Transit from July 1 to August 31. You will be required to activate your U-Pass each term.
Spring Term U-Pass is deactivated at the end of the day. Summer Term U-Pass will be required effective July 1, 2023.
Summer Term U-Pass is active. You will be able to activate your U-Pass on your phone after the start of the term (after 12:00 am on July 1st for the Summer Term).
Last day to submit opt-out applications for eligible students enrolled in Summer Term, Quarter 3 & Quarter 4 (6 credit classes, July & August) and/or Quarter 3 (3 credit classes). Completed online forms are due no later than 4:30 p.m.
Opt-out applications may be submitted online for eligible students enrolled in Summer Term, Quarter 4 (3 credit classes).
Last day to submit opt-out applications for qualified students enrolled in Summer Term, Quarter 4 (3 credit classes). Completed online forms are due no later than 4:30 p.m.
Summer Term U-Pass passes are deactivated at the end of the day. Fall Term U-Pass will be required effective September 1, 2023.
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Spring Term U-Pass can be loaded on your phone but can’t be activated until May 1. Spring Term U-Pass allows you to access Saskatoon Transit from May 1 to June 30. You will be required to activate your U-Pass each term.
Opt-out applications may be submitted online to the USSU.
Winter Term U-Pass is deactivated at the end of the day. Spring Term U-Pass will be required effective May 1, 2023.
Spring Term U-Pass is active. You will be able to activate your U-Pass on your phone after the start of the term (after 12:00am on May 1st for the Spring Term)
Last day to submit opt-out applications for eligible students enrolled in Spring Term, Quarter 1 & Quarter 2 (6 credit classes, May & June) and/or Quarter 1 (3 credit classes, May) classes. Completed online forms are due no later than 4:30 p.m.
Last day to submit opt out applications for qualified students enrolled in Spring Term, Quarter 2 (3 credit classes, June). Completed online forms are due no later than 4:30 p.m.
Spring Term U-Pass passes are deactivated at the end of the day. Summer Term U-Pass will be required effective July 1, 2023.
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The University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union (USSU) is conducting elections for the USSU Executive and University Senate. Voting ends at 4pm TODAY ( Thursday, March 30).
All eligible voters will have access to the My Election channel in PAWS. Additionally, a notice of the election will appear in PAWS as a larger “sticky” announcement at the top of the PAWS Announcements feed and will not disappear until dismissed by individual users (with “Vote now” or “No thanks” buttons) or the close of the election.
For candidate information visit ussu.ca/elections
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The University of Saskatchewan Students’ Union (USSU) is conducting elections for the USSU Executive and University Senate. Voting begins at 9am on Wednesday, March 29, and ends at 4pm on Thursday, March 30.
All eligible voters will have access to the My Election channel in PAWS. Additionally, a notice of the election will appear in PAWS as a larger “sticky” announcement at the top of the PAWS Announcements feed and will not disappear until dismissed by individual users (with “Vote now” or “No thanks” buttons) or the close of the election.
For candidate information visit ussu.ca/elections
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Get to know the candidates and their platforms, and join us for the USSU Executive Candidates forum! The virtual forum will be held on Monday, March 27th at 7pm on Zoom. To sign up for the virtual forum, click here.
Voting begins on Wednesday, March 29, and ends at 4pm on Thursday, March 30. For candidate information visit ussu.ca/elections
All eligible voters will have access to the My Election channel in PAWS.
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If you want a fun workplace with a relaxed, supportive work environment, consider joining the USSU!
Academic and Governance Assistant
The USSU is seeking a student assistant to provide support to the Executive as the Academic and Governance Assistant, working with the VP Academic Affairs on academic grievances, Teaching Excellence nominations, and Experience in Excellence Awards, to transcribe minutes from recordings of University Student Council, executive meeting minutes, prepare University Student Council packages, and to support front office staff.
Academic and Governance Job Posting
Event and Social Media Coordinator
The Event and Social Media Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting executive events and programs. They would be responsible for the coordination and implementation of USSU executive social media channels and growing the USSU’s reach to undergraduate students.
Event and Social Media Coordinator Job Posting
Student Graphic and Media Designer
The Student Graphic and Media Designer works with the Communications and Marketing Manager to develop and complete communication initiatives, including print, web, video editing, and digital materials that promote and maximize awareness of the USSU, its operations, and its services.
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The USSU Undergraduate Symposium is an annual event highlighting undergraduate students’ research, scholarly, and artistic works at the University of Saskatchewan.
From research posters to sculptures, presentations to musical numbers, community-engaged learning experiences to dramatic dialogues, FYRE projects, honours, Dean’s Projects, and summer research: any type of work may be submitted! All research conducted within the past year (including projects that you’ve presented in class or at a department or college research day) are eligible to be presented at the USSU Symposium.
If you have any questions, please direct them to vpacademic@ussu.ca
To register, please complete the form on this page
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Being an Executive member at the USSU allows you to be the voice of your fellow students!
Whether you’re passionate about student rights, creating positive change, holding the University to account, or just having more fun on campus, consider running in the election or tell a friend who you think would make a great student leader.
To learn more about the Executive roles and elections, visit ussu.ca/elections.
2023 USSU General Election Schedule
February 27
Call for nominations for Executive and Senate positions begins. Nomination forms for Senate available at the USSU, Room 110, Upper Place Riel.
March 6
MANDATORY Orientation Meeting for all undergraduate students who wish to run for Executive in the Roy Romanow Student Council Chamber, Room 110.3, Upper Place Riel at 4 pm. Chaired by the USSU Communications & Marketing Manager. Nomination forms for will be available at the Orientation Meeting.
March 9
All Nomination Forms must be delivered to the USSU office by 4:00 pm.
MANDATORY Procedures Meeting for ALL nominees in the Roy Romanow Student Council Chamber, Room 110.3, Upper Place Riel at 4:30 pm. Chaired by the Chief Returning Officer.
March 13
Academic standing checks for nominees.
March 15
Confirmation of academic standing.
March 20
Campaigning begins at 12:01 am.
March 29
Voting begins at 9:00 am.
March 30
Voting ends at 4:00 pm. Deadline for formal complaints, must be delivered to the ACRO by 4:00 pm.
Elections Committee meets at 4:00 pm. to discuss disciplinary matters and to ratify the results, which will be emailed from PAWS to the ACRO by 4:30 pm.
Election results, subject to further discipline, are announced in Place Riel.
All campaign material must be removed by 11:59 pm.
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The USSU Teaching Excellence Awards recognizes Professors and Teaching Assistants who demonstrate teaching excellence at the University of Saskatchewan. An excellent teacher gives us access to knowledge and gives us the tools to turn that knowledge into wisdom. Students evaluate teachers and their environment in a number of ways; three important areas include enthusiasm, organization, and fairness of evaluation.
Do you have a Professor or Teaching Assistant that inspires you? Is your instructor passionate about teaching? Do they go that extra mile to ensure you succeed?
Nominate them for a Teaching Excellence Award!
Nominations are open until February 17.
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