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The Graduate Student Society would like to congratulate Dr.Weir, Dr. Beckford, Dr. Phebe Lam and Dr. Debbie Kane for your appointments. See the articles below for more information on the appointments: 1) Dr. Weir – Acting Provost and VP Academic 2) Dr. Beckford – Acting VP Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion 3) Dr. Phebe Lam –...
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Doctoral research is the source of innovative and impactful research that transforms society and challenges dominant theories and practices. While recognizing the changing landscape of doctoral education, the higher education community continues to emphasize the need to maintain the quality and rigour in doctoral scholarship. Central to this topic ...
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Dear Students: Due to recent events involving online harassment and discrimination toward a GSS member. The GSS President and Council have penned an open letter condemning these disrespectful and hurtful actions. The Graduate Student Society (GSS) condemns any form of discrimination against its members, the campus community and beyond. We will not ...
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Written by: Celeste Simpson & Melissa Hunter Social Work & Disability Studies/Psychology & Disability Studies Disability Studies Student Association’s Co-Presidents The Disability Studies Student Association (DSSA) is holding our first Disability Inclusion Webinar. This online event will be open to students in all majors, as well...
04/03/2021in Academic, News
Dear Graduate Students, From March 1, Leddy Library has resumed selected services, including – access to computer workstations, interlibrary loans and appointments to Statistics Canada Research Data Center. Please click the below link for detailed information: Select services re-open at Leddy Library ...
23/02/2021in News, Services
Written by: Green Shield Canada As you may recall, we updated our phone system last summer to enhance your experience when you call Green Shield Canada (GSC). Since then, we have received some great feedback and we continue to upgrade the system to make it even easier to use. Here are five tips to save...
23/02/2021in COVID-19, News
Dear International Students, The Government of Canada has made recent announcements impacting travel for international students. Please see the links below to ensure you have the appropriate information before you depart your home country. Post-graduate Work Permit – Extension and Expansion Enhanced Travel Restrictions UWindsor’s student FAQ portal...
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Written by: Maryam Marashi MSc. Student, Kinesiology Honours BSc. Biology & Neuroscience McMaster University http://www.neurofitlab.ca/ Maryam Marashi, a graduate student in the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster, is conducting a study about the impact of COVID-19 research disruption on graduate students and postdoctoral fellows conducting l...
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Unofficial results from the election online. Please contact cro@uwindsorgss.ca for any questions. ...
23/12/2020in Elections, News
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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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 p...
23/12/2020in Elections, News
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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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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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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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 – Tue...
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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...
18/09/2020in Hiring, News
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 develop...
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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. Counci...
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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...
13/08/2020in News, Services
Green Shield Supplemental Insurance Plan (drug/dental) for Fall 2020 With the COVID-19 pandemic that has affected all graduate students, including International Students, the GSS would like to update all graduate students in regards to the GSS Supplemental benefits plan (drug/dental plan) for fall 2020. Back in February 2020, at the GSS AGM meeting...
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With the changes that have developed over the course of the past several semesters, many students have asked questions about fees, tuition and the cost of being a Graduate student at the University of Windsor. The GSS is committed to always providing information to our members and advising them on what each admin fee, cost...
07/07/2020in Events, News
Hey grad students! Tuesday, July 7th, 2020 at 11am The GSS and Mare Nostrum will be giving away 50 FREE ready-made Poutine lunches to University of Windsor grad students. This part of our Canada Week festivities, and we want to celebrate with you! Please follow social distancing rules. First come, first served. Don’t forget to...
29/06/2020in Events, News
#GSSCanadaWeek2020 Hello, grad students! 👋 Hey, grad students! We are excited to announce the launch of our Canada Week 2020 celebrations. That’s right, all this week we will be featuring programming all about Canada! This event will be taking place on our social media pages and website from Monday, June 29th (TODAY!) to Friday, July...
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GSS Solidarity Statement Dear Students: We have been following the recent events in Canada and the US. As a country, we value multiculturalism. That, unfortunately, does not mean that there is not racism in Canada and in our community. We continue to advocate for equality for all: black women, men, and children, those who are...
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Congratulations to the University of Windsor graduating class of 2020! Even though graduation is going to look different for you this year, the achievement is all the same. You have all worked so hard at achieving your goals and it has finally paid off! Whether you decide to move into the workforce or continue on...
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