Research and Innovation Liaison

Research and Innovation Liaison (1)
The Graduate Student Society (GSS) recognizes that there is a need to develop new positions on our Council in order to represent the needs and interests of all our members. This position was created to represent the research and thesis-based students at the University of Windsor within Graduate Studies. The Office of Research and Innovation
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Accessibility and Equity Liaison

Accessibility and Equity Liaison
Currently, the Graduate Student Society (GSS) has no representative voice for Graduate students who identify with physical or learning disabilities on the Council. The Office of Human Rights, Equity and Accessibility has a working committee that currently hosts several different student positions for the Accessibility Coordinating Committee. This position will serve as the connection between
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Diversity and Inclusion Liaison 

Diversity and Inclusion Liaison
The GSS has taken a stance that we fully condemn racism on campus, in our city and within our academic community. The University of  Windsor has created the Anti-Black Racism Task Force to directly advise the President of the University.  Responsibilities This position’s primary role will be to serve as the GSS representative on the
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Free Maple virtual care for GSC plan members this winter – now live!

NOW LIVE! Green Shield Canada brings plan members free online doctor visits to navigate the winter months Green Shield Canada (GSC) has teamed up with Maple, Canada’s leading telemedicine provider, to provide free virtual care for all GSC Group plan members and their eligible dependents this winter. Great news – this access is now live!
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International Readiness Plan

Taken from ISC UWindsor is now on the approved list of designated learning institutions (DLIs) that have reopened to asymptomatic international students from outside of Canada. If you have been approved for a study permit you can now travel to Canada for your studies (a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose). More information on this along with
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GSS Council Elections 2020: Vote Now!

GSS Council Elections 2020 Time to Vote Blog Post
How and when can I vote? Elections are completed electronically, which means each eligible voting member must cast their vote using the official secure online elections portal. Members may vote by using their UWindsor credentials, and only between the official elections/voting period. Online Elections: Monday, October 5, 2020, @ 9:00 AM – Tuesday, October 6,
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GSS Council Elections 2020 Schedule

GSS Council Elections 2020 Blog Post
GSS Council Elections Schedule Nomination Period: September 17 – September 23 All Candidates Meeting: September 24 @ 6:00 p.m. Preparation Days: September 25 – September 27 Campaigning: September 28 @ 12:01 a.m. – October 4 @ 11:59 p.m. Online Elections: October 5 @ 9:00 a.m. – October 6 @ 3:00 p.m. Election Results: October 6
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We’re hiring 2020

We're hiring
The Graduate Student Society is hiring for three new Ignite Work Study positions on the team for fall/winter 2020-2021. These roles will be focused in Marketing, Communications, Outreach and Administration: PLEASE NOTE: These are Ignite Work Study positions. Digital Media Coordinator (1 position available) This position will assist with the development and execution of GSS
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GSS Council Elections Fall 2020

GSS Council Elections nominations open
Attention Graduate Students: The nomination period for GSS Council Elections 2020 is now open until September 23, 2020! This is your opportunity to get involved and represent your department. Meetings will be conducted online for this semester. Eligible candidates must be registered from October 2020 – August 2021 to serve a full term. Council Positions
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U-Pass Suspended For Fall 2020

U-Pass Suspended For Fall 2020
The Universal Bus Pass (U-Pass) will be suspended this fall. Students will NOT need to opt-out as there will not be any automatic charge for this service. The pass will however, still be available to students who need it, starting Monday, August 24th, 2020 by appointment only with @uwsa4u. The pass will be valid between
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