The Students’ Union is an independent, self-governing student society associated with St. Jerome’s University. The Students' Union operates collaboratively, on behalf of its members, with the Administration, Faculty, and Staff at St. Jerome's University to enhance the overall student experience. We serve to represent all St. Jerome's University registered students who pay Union fees and any other paying members. The Students' Union works to facilitate and instill a sense of community within St. Jerome's, as well as supporting the students of St. Jerome’s through investments in the community.
We offer a variety of services to our students at St. Jerome's University including the Farmer's Basket and Union Clubs. We also enhance the student experience through volunteer opportunities and catered events. We encourage students to approach us about their questions and concerns regarding the St. Jerome's community so that we may advocate on their behalf through our committee and board channels at the university.
Meet the Students' Union team
The St. Jerome's University Students' Union is here to support your experience as a student at St. Jerome's and the University of Waterloo. We look forward to connecting with many students at the university so that we can share your concerns at St. Jerome's Board of Governors, WUSA Council, St. Jerome's Senate Council, and Committee meetings. You can learn a little bit about us below to help you recognize us and reach out and talk to us when you see us on campus.
You can always stop by our office (located in Sweeney Hall, Fireplace Lounge) to chat or share your ideas, reach out using our president's email address at pres.sjusu@gmail.com, or connect with one of the other members of our executive listed below. Keep an eye on our social media accounts, particularly Instagram - @sjustudentsunion, to find out about upcoming events!
President
Kat Møller
She/her
Hey SJ, I am your Students' Union President for the 2024-2025 year! As President, I advocate for you and your wants, needs, concerns, and ideas by staying in touch with our student body and St. Jerome's staff members. Please always feel free to reach out to me through email. A fun fact about me is that I spent 5 months last year crocheting a queen-size blanket.
Vice President Internal
Tracy Liu
She/her
Hey everyone! My name is Tracy, and I am in my second year studying psychology with minors in human resource management and history. As your VPI I will support policy and advocacy initiatives important to SJU students while managing internal documentation and overseeing the human resource operations of the Students' Union. I am so excited to see where this year takes us! Fun fact about me: I am a puzzle nerd.
Vice President Finance
Mitchell Martyn-Jones
He/him
Hey everyone! My name is Mitchell. I'm in my 4th year of Statistics, and I will be your Vice President Finance for the 2024-2025 year. My role will consist of handling the union's funds and being in charge of the budgeting. Random fact: I'm half Australian.
Vice President Academic
Rosina Aiello
She/they
My name is Rosina and I'm in my second year of the ARBUS program. As VPA, I work with matters concerning academics and inclusion. A fun fact about me is that I collect soap, perfume, and seashells.
Communications Officer
Vyomkesh Ajay Walanju
He/him
E: co.su@sju.ca
My role is towards overlooking social media for the Students' Union. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to @sjustudentsunion on Instagram! Fun fact: I am an international student from Mumbai, India. Random Fact: I have played Trumpet for 5 years!
Project Manager and Administrative Officer
Gurneet Sangha
She/her
E: ao.su@sju.ca
Hey!! I’m Gurneet, a second year Honours Health Sciences student!! I’m so excited to be Project Manager and Administration Officer for this year. I love being involved in our community and cannot wait to see what this year holds!!
Students' Union services
The Students' Union of St. Jerome's University aims to provide a variety of services in addition to its traditional advocacy role for students. We are proud to offer programs and services that have proven to be in need at the St. Jerome's campus. You can view the current programs and services that we offer below. If you would like to propose or work with the Students' Union to implement a new program or improve an existing one, send an email to the Communications Officer.
Union clubs
Each semester the Students' Union accepts applications for students of St. Jerome's University to launch their own clubs. Each club becomes a subsidiary of the Students' Union. We aim to support clubs financially and through active mentorship. The purpose of the clubs program is to empower students to create opportunities for themselves and fellow students; to target passionate niches in the community not currently fulfilled by existing St. Jerome's leadership groups. You can view our current clubs below. If you would like to start a Students' Union club, send an email to the Project Manager and Administrative Officer to get started.
SJU Book Club
Visit our registration form to join!
The Students’ Union’s book club meets bi-weekly to discuss pre-selected novels in a cozy and friendly setting!
Join us to make some friends, discuss your favourite reads, and take a well-needed break!
Events
Wine and Cheese Night
The Wine and Cheese night is an annual Students’ Union event that brings together SJ upper years for a night of tasty charcuterie and drinks! Keep your eye out for next year's Wine and Cheese!
Green and Gold Gala
The St. Jerome’s Green and Gold Gala is an annual social event that is planned and put on by your Students’ Union. The annual event, which includes a dinner, social, awards ceremony, and dance, is held to recognize exceptional student leadership and to celebrate the St. Jerome's community. The 2025 Green and Gold Gala will be our 12th annual and is expected to occur late in the Winter 2025 term. Keep your eye out for tickets and our theme announcement. You don’t want to miss this event!
Town Halls
Students’ Union host town halls to hear from the community and bring people together to discuss ideas, comments, and concerns about their experience at St. Jerome's University. It’s a great chance to get some food, meet some awesome people, and have your voice heard. Students’ Union tries to host at least one Town Hall a term. Keep your eye out for announcements about our next one!