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Nov. 10, 2024Call for Members: Dispute Resolution Pool, Area Reps Planning Committee
The UWSA Appointments Committee is seeking applications for two positions: The Dispute Resolution Pool and Area Representatives Vice Chair. Applications are due November 20.
Oct. 31, 20242024 UWSA Annual Report released
Last year we announced three strategic priorities to guide us over the next three years: Advance Governance Excellence, Enhance Member Experience, and Outreach for our Future. Our Annual Report provides updates on what the UWSA Operations Team has been up to over the past year in these areas and beyond!
Oct. 29, 20242024 Annual Meeting Recap and Q&A
Missed the Annual Meeting? We've got you. Here's a summary of decisions and announcements, answers to questions received at the meeting, our new look, our 2024 annual report, and more!

Nov. 27, 2024Winterfest Workshops: Sustainable Gift Giving - SOLD OUT
Spend your lunch hour with your friends and colleagues making shower steamers for yourself, or to give away during the holidays! Space is limited so be sure to purchase your ticket today. Hosted by the Sustainability Office. Tickets are just $2 for members, $4 for non-members.
Dec. 2, 2024President’s Office Hours
Come by our offices on December 2 between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to chat with UWSA President Lisa Habel. Whether you need help understanding a policy, have ideas for UWSA initiatives, or just want to understand what we do here, bring your questions and ideas, and we’ll provide the coffee, tea, and snacks!

Can’t make it? Lisa will be holding drop-ins regularly, including virtual ones. You can also drop us a note in our online Suggestion Box.
Dec. 3 to 4, 2024Winterfest Handmade Market
The 2024 Winterfest Handmade Market (formerly the UWSA Craft Show & Sale) takes place December 3 and 4 in the Student Life Centre, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day.

All items are handmade by UWSA staff, students, or alumni, and the market is a fundraiser for staff and student grants. UWSA members will receive one entry into a raffle draw.

More details coming soon!

Nov. 4, 2024President's Report: November 2024
An introductory message from new UWSA President Lisa Habel!
Oct. 20, 2024President's Report: October 2024
Yessenia wraps up her term as president with a look back on the 2023–24 year and where the UWSA is headed.
Sep. 17, 2024President’s update: September 2024
This month, Yessenia has updates on the UW career advisor position, the Strategic Talent & Performance Management Framework and the merit program, our elections, and some important upcoming events on campus this month.