Area Reps are a self-organized group of UWSA members from across the University that facilitates communication between the UWSA leadership and members. Members can join at any time.
Area Reps meet at noon on the second Thursday of each month. All members are welcome at open meetings once each term.
Don't see someone from your department?
If you are interested in representing your colleagues as an area rep, you're in! All that's required is a commitment to the role.
Area Reps Planning Committee
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Chair | Shannon Taylor |
| Vice-Chair | Kelan Hirtle |
| Recording Secretary | Izabela Polowa |
| Program Co-ordinator | Amanda Fogaça |
| Outreach Co-ordinator | Kimberley Velasquez |
Your Area Rep
Area Reps often serve as a first point of contact between staff and the UWSA. If you don't know where to turn for help, start with your rep!
Reps share updates from the UWSA with you, and bring your feedback back to the UWSA leadership. They can also answer—or help you find answers to—your questions about the association.
"The role has also introduced me to many colleagues I'd never otherwise have met, and gives me even more opportunity to share my voice and perspectives on UWSA initiatives and advocacy work. 10/10 recommend!"
–Angela Rooke, Student Success Office
Upcoming Area Reps meetings
January 2025 Area Reps Meeting
January 2025 topic: Sustainable Transportation Working Group.
The Area Representatives Committee's purpose is to exchange information about current issues facing staff at UW and to keep an open line of communication between the UWSA leadership and staff members across the University. Meetings are open to Area Reps: Find yours here or apply to be one now!
February 2025 Area Reps: Open Meeting with Vivek Goel and Jacinda Reistma
The February 2025 meeting is open to all staff, with guests President Vivek Goel and Vice-President, Administration and Finance Jacinda Reistma. Please register to get the Teams link and submit your questions in advance.
March 2025 Area Reps meeting
The UWSA Area Representatives Council is a space to exchange information about current issues facing staff at UW and to keep an open line of communication between the UWSA leadership and staff members across the University. Most meetings are open to Area Reps, with one meeting each term open to all staff. Find your rep here or apply to be one now!