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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2024

Written by on September 27, 2024

Shékon! Sophia Carnovale niyonkyats. Wakathahyon:ni, kanyen:kehá:ka niwakonhwentsyo:ten. Ohswe:ken tahnon Tyendinaga nitewake:non. Hi, my name is Sophia Carnovale. I am Mohawk Nation Wolf Clan from Six Nations of the Grand River and Tyendinaga Territory. I’m a second-generation residential school survivor.

 

As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th, I invite you to join me in marking this significant day. This day is not only a time to reflect on the painful legacy of residential schools but also an opportunity to deepen our collective understanding and work towards healing.

 

This year’s observance is an occasion for all Canadians to engage in meaningful activities that foster awareness and contribute to the ongoing journey of reconciliation. Whether you choose to participate in local events, attend virtual sessions, or simply take time for personal reflection, your involvement is vital. Together, we can honour the resilience of survivors and the memory of those who did not return.

Presidential Update September 2024

Written by on September 26, 2024

Hi everyone and happy fall :)) 

 

September is always a big month for those of us in post-secondary… I hope all the first years are settling into their new homes, and that those of you involved in orientation are getting some well deserved rest <3 

 

As students return to campus, so have we!! OUSA has kicked off our campus visits, beginning with McMaster and Queen’s this past week. We had a great time meeting with both students and administration, exploring your campuses, and singing along to lots of great music during all of our road trips - next up, we’ll be visiting Ontario Tech and I’ll get to host OUSA at Western on October 30th. Home Office doesn’t know this yet, but Halloween costumes WILL be mandatory that day ;)

Introducing Sami Babbar, Communications Assistant 2024-2025

Written by on September 10, 2024

Hi everyone! My name is Samiksha (Sami) Babbar (she/her), and I have been given the exciting opportunity to join OUSA as the Communications Assistant for the 2024/2025 school year! 

I am in my fourth year of the Integrated Sciences program at McMaster University, concentrating in Biology and minoring in Statistics. This research-extensive, experiential learning program has allowed me to be involved in various projects including those at the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research and within the McMaster Faculty of Science. 

Presidential Update July & August 2024

Written by on August 27, 2024

Helloooo everyone!! 

 

Long time no chat – and I really mean it this time. These past two months have gone by faster than I ever could have imagined, but I hope everyone has been making the most of their summer! I’m sure all of us, student leaders and students alike, are enjoying the last few days before everyone returns to campus. 

 

OUSA'S Open House: Post-Event Blog!

Written by on August 21, 2024

As the Summer 2024 Communications and Advocacy Intern, I had the opportunity to develop and conduct a capstone project during my time at OUSA over the past few months. I was conflicted about where I wanted to go, what my intentions were, and what would make me feel fulfilled. After much deliberation and conversations with the Manager of Operations and Communications, Tiffany Li Wu, I decided to create and host OUSA’s first-ever virtual Open House!

 

Introducing Ruth Osunde, VP University Affairs at Queen's University!

Written by on August 08, 2024

Hi everyone!

My name is Ruth Osunde (she/her) and I am going into my fourth year of a joint honours degree at Queen’s University. This year, I will be Vice President University Affairs at the Alma Mater Society, the undergraduate student body representative at Queen’s. I was raised in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to Canada towards the end of my primary school education.