USSU News and Events

With online (remote) delivery of Spring and Summer courses, undergraduate students will not be assessed the U-Pass fee. You may see the fee on your account, but the amount will not be collected.

We are in contact with Saskatoon Transit and will update students with any change to services.

For more information visit ussu.ca/upass or email contactus@ussu.ca

Effective 4:30pm, Tuesday, March 24, 2020, Place Riel and all university buildings will be closed. For all USSU inquiries email contactus@ussu.ca

As an essential service, the Campus Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy in Place Riel remains open. As of March 25, the pharmacy will be delivery only.

Please visit usask.ca/updates for the most up-to-date information on this rapidly changing situation.

The USSU will remain open in a limited capacity for students and the campus community. We have adjusted our hours of operation to our services.

For all inquiries email contactus@ussu.ca or call 306-966-6960

The USSU will remain open for students and the campus community. With respect to the University Social Distancing Protocols, we have adjusted our hours of operation to our services.

USSU Office 8:30am-4:30pm
Louis’ Loft 8am-4pm
Louis’ 11am-7pm
XL Print & Design 8:30am-4:30pm

Hi everyone,

Classes are suspended Monday, March 16 through Wednesday, March 18, and beginning Thursday, March 19; the university is moving to remote delivery of classes for the remainder of the winter term.

The USSU will remain open for students and the campus community. We will provide an update on Monday regarding any changes to the hours of our services, including the Food, Help, Pride, and Women’s Centres, Safewalk & Student Crew, Louis’ and Louis’ Loft, and XL Print & Design.

With respect to the mandate from the university, the USSU will be canceling upcoming USSU events and election forums. Campaigning for USSU elections will begin as scheduled on Monday, and we will provide an update regarding the USSU election as soon as possible.

The USSU will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation as it unfolds. Our focus is ensuring the health of our students and the campus community. The USSU is currently undertaking a series of precautionary steps, including increased cleaning and sanitizing, to help prevent the spread of all germs in Place Riel and Memorial Union Building.

Please continue to take these recommended precautions that can help prevent illness and transmission:

• Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
• Sneeze into your sleeve or elbow and throw away soiled tissues as soon as possible, followed by hand washing
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth
• Stay home if you are sick
• Make sure that your vaccinations are up-to-date
• Avoid contact with people who are sick

Please visit usask.ca/updates for the most up-to-date information on this rapidly changing situation.

Women with Disabilities Take Action is a safe space discussion group for students who identify as women with disabilities at the University of Saskatchewan campus. We meet every Wednesday from 4-5 pm at the Arts Building room 1008. The meeting room is accessible through the main Arts elevators beside the Arts Café which go up to the 10^th floor of the building.

Throughout these sessions, we discuss various disability-related topics such as accessibility issues on campus, mental health resources etc. Also, there are snacks at every meeting!

This discussion group is student-led and organized by the Women’s Centre.

For any questions, please email wwdtakeaction@gmail.com or send us a message on Instagram @wwdtakeaction

File your income tax return with the help of the USSU’s Accounting staff.

March 24 1:00-3:30
March 25 9:00-12:00
USSU Office

Bring your:
• Student ID
• Social Insurance Number
• T2202A (Tuition)
• T4A (Scholarship)
• T4 (Employment Income)

This Clinic is open to undergraduate students with no income, or income less than $35,000 from
• employment
• pension
• benefits such as the Canada Pension Plan, disability
insurance, employment insurance, and social assistance
• registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs)
• support payments
• scholarships, fellowships, bursaries or grants
• interest (under $1,000)

This Clinic is not open to the general public or students who:
• are self-employed or have employment expenses
• have a business or rental income and expenses
• have capital gains or losses
• filed for bankruptcy in the tax year (or the year before, if
that return has not yet been filed)
• are completing a tax return for a deceased person

Questions? Email vpopfin@ussu.ca

Why Run?

Members of the executive represent the voices of students on campus with university administration and the provincial government and many other key stakeholders. You can also have a significant effect on campus, by leading campaigns or organizing events, and helping to create a better campus environment for your fellow students.

Running in the USSU election can be one of the most amazing experiences you will have. Not only are you campaigning to have your voice heard, but the support you receive from friends is overwhelming. It takes courage to stand out and want to improve what happens on campus.

Executive
Mandatory Orientation Meeting
March 2
4 pm
Roy Romanow Student Council Chamber

Senate
Nomination forms are available at the USSU office in Place Riel.

Visit ussu.ca/elections for more information.

The reality is that tuition increases are out of line with the financial hardships that many students in Saskatchewan are facing. We would like to see the government and university administration moving to ensure post-secondary education is affordable for all students!

On February 27, come to the Bowl and support students!!

The Bowl
11:30 am
Hot Chocolate!

For more information visit our Facebook Event