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Lisa Habel

Past president

Term of office: 2023–26
(2024–25 as president)

Pronouns: she/her

"I wanted to get more involved and give voice to those who felt they weren’t being heard. I hope to make an impact and ensure staff are treated equitably across campus and recognized for all we do. We are the backbone of the institution."

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Alyssa Kuron

President

Term of office: 2024–2027
(2025–26 as president)

Pronouns: she/her

"My vision for the UWSA is to build a supportive, transparent, and inclusive environment where every staff member feels valued and empowered to thrive within our university community. I hope to work together to find opportunities for positive change that will elevate staff voices and shape the future of UWaterloo."

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Bill Baer

President-elect

Term of Office: 2017–2025

About Bill: I'm the Information Technology (IT) Director in the Arts Computing Office and have worked on campus for twenty-plus years. During my Engineering undergraduate years, I volunteered with ESQ and realized I had a passion for outreach.

Sarah Landy

Director, Chair

Term of office: April 2025–October 2027

Pronouns: she/her

"I want to see the UWSA be a key player in the setting of the strategic vision for the University, to be a powerful voice for staff, and to underscore the important role staff play in the core mission of the University."

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Angela Rooke

Director, Vice chair

Term of office: 2025–2028

Pronouns: she/her

"I ran for office to give back to the UWSA, which has supported me and my ideas in so many ways, and to continue to advocate for staff."

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Kosi Ike-Orji

Director, Treasurer

Term of office: 2024–2027

Pronouns: she/her

"I ran for office because making an impact in every situation I find my self is, is very important to me. When I started working for University of Waterloo, I set out a task to find ways I could provide a positive impact not just for myself but for others."

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Khyati Nagar

Director, Secretary

Term of office: 2025-2028

Pronouns: she/her

"I want [UW policy] to align with the University's commitment to staff wellbeing and development, and I hope that the UWSA can [continue] to support and advocate for staff interests vigorously."

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Mifrah Abid

Director

Term of office: April 2025–October 2027

"I like to be engaged in whatever communities I am part of. ... I envision the UWSA as a trusted space where every staff member feels welcome to share their aspirations and needs — no matter who they are or how they identify."

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Term of office: 2025-2028

Pronouns: she/her

"I love working at UW and wanted to find a way to give back in a way that utilized some of my previous experiences. I'm very much looking forward to working on the Board of Directors for UWSA!"

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Term of office: 2025-2028

"I ran for office to help support staff across campus. I am passionate about supporting collaboration across campus and am excited to help do this through the staff association."

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Term of office: 2025-2028

Pronouns: she/her

"I ran for the UWSA Board to amplify staff voices—especially contract and early-career employees who are often left out. As a Waterloo alum and staff member working on policy, accessibility, and engagement in my daily work, I know how powerful collaborative advocacy is."

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