September 09, 2026
Blog
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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.
Presidential Update June 2024
Hello again!! Long time no chat ;)
First and foremost - Happy Pride & Indigenous History Month! I hope June has been treating everyone well so far, and that you made it through Ontario’s heat wave last week.
Introducing the 2024-2025 SC VP Finance, Arya Razmjoo!
I am Arya Razmjoo, the Vice-President of WUSA (Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association) and the newly appointed Vice-President of Finance at OUSA. It’s an honour to step into this role and contribute to an organization that plays a vital part in enhancing the university experience for students across Ontario.
Introducing the 2024-2025 SC VP Admin & HR, Maya Hobbs!
Hello! My name is Maya Hobbs (she/her) and I am the Vice-President (Education) for the McMaster Students Union (MSU) and the Vice-President Administration and Human Resources for OUSA.
Fake it Till You Make it…? Unpacking Imposter Syndrome
A while back, I got a compliment from one of my best friends on some OUSA work I’d done. Instinctively, I laughed it off and said “fake it till you make it!” because I didn’t feel deserving of the praise and so, I tried to downplay my efforts. Moments later as I hyper-analyzed the interaction (because yes, I can be that kind of person), I thought to myself “Why did I say that? I succeeded in that work because I was genuinely confident in my ability to be an advocate. So…why did I act like it was nothing?”