September 09, 2026
Blog
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OUSA'S Open House: Post-Event Blog!
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!
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.
Introducing Dreyden George, Commissioner of External Affairs at Queen's University
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My name is Dreyden George, I am the Commissioner of External Affairs at the Alma Mater Society (AMS) at Queen’s University and a voting member of the OUSA Steering Committee.
Introducing VP University Affairs of the Brock University Students' Union, Carleigh Charlton!
Hi OUSA!
My name is Carleigh Charlton (she/they), and I am the returning Vice President, University Affairs at the Brock University Students’ Union (BUSU).
Introducing Rai Ali, President of the Ontario Tech Student Union!
Hi everyone!
I am thrilled to introduce myself as I step into the role of President of the Ontario Tech Student Union (OTSU) for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Introducing Staysha Kasunich, VP Education of Laurentian University's Students' General Association!
Hi Everyone!
My name is Staysha Kasunich (she/her), and I’m entering my third year as a Law and Justice student at Laurentian University. I was born and raised in Northern Ontario in the city of Sudbury, and feel lucky to have grown up with the small-town feel the city offers.
Introducing Sophia Carnovale, Indigenization Strategy Intern!
Shé:kon! My name is Sophia Carnovale (she/her/they), and I’m thrilled to be OUSA’s Indigenization Strategy Intern this summer!
Introducing Brodie Norwich, VP Government & Stakeholder Relations of Wilfrid Laurier University's Students' Union!
Hello readers! My name is Broderick (Brodie) Norwich, I use he/him pronouns, and I am the current Vice President of Government & Stakeholder Relations for Wilfrid Laurier University Students’ Union, or WLUSU!
Introducing Jodi Ambrose, President of Trent Durham Student Association!
Hello everyone!
My name is Jodi Riley Ambrose, and I am the President of the Trent Durham Student Association (TDSA). I am a 6th-year Business and Philosophy student. I enjoy gaming and music, and I love student advocacy!
Pride Month on Ontario University Campuses
The rainbow flag flies proudly above many university campuses in Ontario this month. Most universities this year are flying the Intersex-Inclusive Progress flag, and some the Two-Spirit Pride flag as well. But what are universities across Ontario doing other than just flying a flag and making a post on Instagram? Although many students are not on campus in the summer—except for the hardworking co-op and summer students—some universities have a lineup of activities and workshops focused on celebrating pride and creating an inclusive and welcoming environment.