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UWSA elections coming this fall
A message from the University of Waterloo Staff Association
The University of Waterloo Staff Association (UWSA) will hold elections this fall for three director positions and the next UWSA president. The staff elected to these roles shape how the UWSA advocates for staff, delivers services and programs, and responds to workplace issues affecting members.
Nominations open September 8, voting takes place October 6 to 20, and results will be announced at the UWSA Annual Meeting on October 23. While the UWSA advocates on behalf of all USG staff, only UWSA members are eligible to run for office or vote in UWSA elections.
Staff interested in running can attend an information session, connect with a current director, or learn more about the available roles and election process on the UWSA website. Staff can also recommend a colleague through the new candidate recommendation form.
This year's election will be the first under a new presidential term structure approved by the UWSA Board of Directors. The President will now serve a four-year leadership cycle instead of three, including one year as President-Elect, two years as President, and one year as Past President. The change is intended to strengthen continuity, long-term planning, and organizational stability.
Read the full announcement on the UWSA website.
The WAMPUM Mobile Lab hits the road
By Chantal Vallis, Faculty of Environment
A newly retrofitted mobile research lab is set to bring Indigenous-led science directly into communities, creating new opportunities for environmental research, education and engagement.
Led by Dr. Kelsey Leonard (Shinnecock), Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Waters, Climate and Sustainability and professor in the University of Waterloo’s Faculty of Environment, the WAMPUM Lab is expanding its reach beyond campus through a custom-designed mobile laboratory built to support community-led research wherever it is needed.
“The concept for a mobile lab was brought to me and advocated for by Indigenous nation leaders we work with, and in particular it was raised at environmental conferences prior to COVID where the idea really gained momentum,” Leonard says. “The intention behind creating the lab was to build a welcoming space for elders and youth for Indigenous science to thrive in community. So having a mobile lab where you can meet people where they are at and value place-based science and the knowledge systems embedded with the land and water is why this was needed.”
The WAMPUM Lab, based at the University of Waterloo, focuses on Indigenous ocean, water and climate justice. Their work highlights the critical importance of Land and Water in Indigenous Knowledge Systems, and the interconnectedness of environmental protection and Indigenous rights. Guided by the principles of reconciliation, respect and reciprocity, the lab works alongside communities to support research that reflects local priorities and knowledge. Recent examples include releasing the new documentary Women of Wampum and conducting environmental DNA research for biodiversity baseline assessments for marine conservation areas in collaboration with Mission Blue and Stony Brook University.
When and Where
The Campus Wellness Student Medical Clinic offers healthcare visits with Physicians and Nurse Practitioners to current undergraduate and graduate students. Services include: vaccinations, immunity testing, naturopathic services and more. Counselling Services offers appointments with counsellors in person as well as via phone and video. Students can book appointments for these services by calling Campus Wellness at 519-888-4096.
The privately-run Student Health Pharmacy (located in the lower level of the Student Life Centre) is now offering new COVID booster shots and flu shots. Covid booster shots are available by appointment only – please call ext. 33784 or 519-746-4500. The Student Health Pharmacy’s summer hours are Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Naloxone kits are still available – pick them up in the pharmacy at no charge.
The Waterloo Eye Institute optometry clinics in Waterloo and downtown Kitchener offer comprehensive eye exams and eyewear, including glasses and contact lenses, with the Waterloo location offering various specialized services including urgent eye care. Discounts apply for University of Waterloo students and employees. The Waterloo Clinic is at a nearby interim location, 419C Phillip St, during construction at the School of Optometry and Vision Science. The Kitchener Clinic remains at the Health Sciences Campus, 10B Victoria St. S. Book online or by phone at 519-888-4062.
Warriors Youth Swim Lessons, registration is now open for LTS Child/Youth Preschool 1 – Swimmer 9. Group and private lessons available. Register today!
Warriors Summer Youth Camps, registration is now open for multi-sport and games, baseball, basketball, eSports, football and hockey camps for boys and girls ages 5 to 18. Register today!
Getting Started in LEARN - In Person (CTE6656), Tuesday, August 25, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., MC 2036
UWSA Election Info Session, Wednesday, September 9, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., online
Velocity Pitch Competition during Waterloo Tech Week, Saturday, September 12, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Science Teaching Complex (STC)
AI Discovery Day is October 14 at STC. Registration is now open for faculty and staff. AI Discovery Day brings together people from across Waterloo to learn about AI.
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