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 Task Force for the duration of the mandate as outlined in their governing documents.
  • The term length for the GSS representative will be 1 year starting in September and ending in August as per the GSS By-Laws.
    • Due to the creation of this new position, the GSS is holding a By-Election. The GSS Diversity and Inclusion Liaison term for the 2021 winter and summer will conclude at the end of August. 
  • Attend all related meetings for the Anti-Black Racism Task Force. 
  • Provide a report to Council for each Anti-Black Racism Task Force meeting.
• Represent the GSS on the Graduate Studies Council. 
  • Attend all related meetings.
  • Provide a report to the Council for each meeting attended.
• Connect and develop new relationships with other related committees and groups on campus as a way to foster stronger connections with the GSS.  

Eligibility 

In order to be eligible for this position: 

• The student must be a full paid member of the GSS as per the GSS Constitution Bylaw 1 – Membership*
• Student should self-identify as a member of the Black Diaspora community.
• Must be able to attend all related meetings for the term of the position. 
• This position will be offered within the Council General Election cycle in the 2021 Fall semester. 
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the GSS Council and/or GSS President.

*Member:

• The member(s) of the GSS shall be limited to all individuals registered in a full-time or part-time graduate program in the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Windsor who have paid membership fees to the GSS, assessed and payable on a per term basis.