2024-2025 URGSA General Election

It’s that time again for the University of Regina Graduate Students Association (URGSA) General Elections.

We are now accepting nominations for the 2024-25 URGSA Executive and council committee. 

The positions that are open for nomination include:

• President

• VP Academic Affairs

• VP External Relations

• VP Student Life

• VP Finance

Council committee positions (only students of the corresponding faculty are eligible to apply): 

• Arts

• Education

• Engineering & Applied Science

• Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy

• Kenneth Levene Graduate School of Business

• Kinesiology & Health Studies

• Media, Art, & Performance

• Nursing

• Science

•  Social Work

We welcome you to get involved in the GSA by becoming a part of the GSA committee and helping to serve graduate students all year long. To apply, please send a nomination package to cro@ureginagsa.com by Sunday, Aug11th, 2024 at 11:59PM. Please read the instructions on the Nomination package carefully before submitting your nominations. Campaigning will run from Monday, Aug 12th, 2024 at 9:00 am to Friday, Aug 23rd 2024 at 11:59 pm.

Voting will take place via Election portal link between Saturday, Aug 24th 2024 at 9:00 am to Monday, Aug26th, 2024 at 9: 00 am.

The 2024-25 term will commence from Sep 1st 2024 and end Aug 31st 2025. The position of Graduate Student Executives and council members are mainly voluntary, but a small honorarium will be paid for your time and effort spent on URGSA's activities and planning.

If you have any questions or want to know more about the URGSA, please send us an email at ed@ureginagsa.com

The URGSA has appointed Nazmul Islam  former GSA Vice President of Student Life (2022-2023) as a Chief Returning Officer (CRO). As CRO, Nazmul  will help ensure that any disputes and conflicts are resolved fairly. 

If you have any questions about the election process or the positions that are available, please feel free to e-mail us at cro@ureginagsa.com.

3 Minute Thesis

Join us for a thrilling showcase of innovation and intellect at this year's 3 Minute Thesis Competition, held at Darke Hall on Monday, March 25th, from 6-8 p.m. In a race against time, eight exceptional graduate students will condense years of research into captivating 3-minute presentations, offering a unique glimpse into the cutting-edge developments across diverse fields. Following the presentations, we will honor outstanding achievements with three distinguished awards, alongside a People's Choice Award, as voted by you, the audience.

We're proud to support this event highlighting academic excellence and innovation. Join us for inspiring presentations, awards, and refreshments, all in celebration of scholarly achievement.

Don't miss this opportunity to engage with the minds shaping our future!

INSPIRE Effective Research Communication Series

Are you looking to enhance your skills in writing a clear and concise research abstract? 

Whether it's for a conference application, a published manuscript, or scholarship funding, the INSPIRE team has you covered!

Join us on Tuesday, February 27, from 1:00 - 3:00 PM for our Abstract Writing Workshop, as part of the INSPIRE

Effective Research Communication Series. 

Students are encouraged to bring an abstract they are working on to edit during the workshop

Where: La Cite 215

When: Tuesday, February 27, 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Do not hesitate to contact inspire@uregina.ca for more information on this event

Pizza Grad Lunch

The University's Graduate Student Association (URGSA) is thrilled to invite you to the Pizza Grad Lunch, an event designed to bring together graduate students from across the campus for an afternoon of camaraderie, conversation, and, of course, pizza!

About the Event:
In the spirit of community and connection, URGSA presents the Pizza Grad Lunch as a unique opportunity for graduate students to meet and mingle in a relaxed, informal setting. Whether you're looking to make new friends, network with peers from different departments, or simply enjoy a delicious slice, this event is for you.

Secure your spot at the Pizza Grad Launch by registering . Registration helps us ensure we have enough pizza for everyone, so don't wait!

Date and Time - March 7, 12 PM to 3 PM at the MPR

Results : URGSA Election 2023-2024!

We are writing to extend our heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to each and every one of you who participated in the URGSA (University Graduate Student Association) Election 2023-2024. Your active involvement in student democracy is commendable, and we are thrilled to see such enthusiasm for shaping the future of our institution.

We are pleased to announce the results of the URGSA Election 2023-2024:

• VP External Affairs: Ahmed Mohammad won the position by securing an impressive 63 votes. We also congratulate Emefiena Chioma Deborah for her strong participation and for being the runner-up with 45 votes.

• VP Student Life: Ara Radmehr emerged as the winner with an outstanding support of 77 votes. We also extend our congratulations to Sepideh Hashmi for being the runner-up with 30 votes.

• VP Academic Affairs: Behnam Farzaneh has been acclaimed for this position. We appreciate his willingness to serve and contribute to the academic welfare of our graduate student community.

• VP Finance: Abeer Ali has been acclaimed for this position. We applaud her dedication to managing the financial affairs of URGSA effectively.

• President: Muhibullah has been acclaimed as the President of URGSA. We trust in his leadership and look forward to the positive changes he will bring to our organization.

Once again, we would like to express our gratitude and admiration for all candidates who put forth their names and campaigned tirelessly during this election. Your passion for serving your fellow students and making a difference in their lives is truly inspiring.

We would also like to acknowledge the support and engagement of all the students who exercised their right to vote. Your active participation is the cornerstone of a vibrant and democratic student community.

We extend our warmest congratulations to the winners and appreciation to all participants. Your involvement in the URGSA Election has demonstrated your commitment to the betterment of our graduate student community, and we are grateful for your contributions.

We encourage all students, irrespective of the election outcomes, to continue engaging in the various initiatives and activities that URGSA organizes. Your ideas, feedback, and active involvement will help shape a more inclusive and thriving graduate student experience.

Cast Your Vote in the Graduate Student Election Today

We are excited to announce that the University of Regina Graduate Student Election 2023-2024 Ballot is now open! This is your chance to exercise your democratic right and help shape the future of our graduate student community.

To cast your vote, please follow these steps:

1. Visit the election website by clicking on the following link: election.faustianloop.ca.
   Enter your @uregina.ca email ID in the provided field.

2. You will receive a One-Time Password (OTP) on your @uregina.ca email. Please check your inbox for this OTP.

3. Enter the OTP in the designated field on the election website.

4. Once verified, you will gain access to the current election ballot, which will display two questions on your screen.

Candidates for the positions of VP External Affairs:

• Ahmed Mohammed

• Emefiena Chioma Deborah

Candidates for the position of VP Student Life:

• Sepideh Hashmi

• Ara Radmehr

Please select one candidate for each position by choosing the corresponding option on the ballot. Remember, your vote matters and can make a difference in determining the future leaders who will represent your interests as graduate students.

We would also like to inform you that the following positions have gone acclaimed:

• President: Muhibullah

• VP Financial Affairs: Abeer Ali

• VP Academic Affairs: Behnam Farzaneh

We encourage all eligible graduate students to participate in the election and cast their votes. Your active involvement is crucial for a vibrant and inclusive graduate student community. On behalf of the Chief Returning Officer (CRO), we wish all the candidates the best of luck in the election.

If you encounter any issues or have questions related to the election process, please reach out to the CRO office at urgsa.president@uregina.ca

URGSA General election 2023-2024

It’s that time again for the University of Regina Graduate Students Association (URGSA) General Elections.

We are now accepting nominations for the 2023-24 URGSA Executive and council committee. 

The positions that are open for nomination include:

President

VP Academic Affairs

VP External Relations

VP Student Life

VP Finance

Council committee positions (only students of the corresponding faculty are eligible to apply): 

Arts

Education

Engineering & Applied Science

Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy

Kenneth Levene Graduate School of Business

Kinesiology & Health Studies

Media, Art, & Performance

Nursing

Science

 Social Work

We welcome you to get involved in the GSA by becoming a part of the GSA committee and helping to serve graduate students all year long. To apply, please send a nomination package to urgsa.president@uregina.ca by Sunday, May 21st, 2023 at 11:59 pm. Please read the instructions on the Nomination package carefully before submitting your nominations. Campaigning will run from Monday, May 22nd, 2023 at 9:00 am to, May 28th , 2023 at 11:59 pm 

Voting will take place via Election portal link between Monday, May 29th, 2023 12:01 am and Tuesday, May 30th, 2023 at 11.59 pm. Please see the attachment to view the constitution and bylaws for a brief description of the positions and responsibilities.

The 2023-24 term will commence from June 2023 and end April 2024. The position of Graduate Student Executives and council members are mainly voluntary, but a small honorarium will be paid for your time and effort spent on URGSA's activities and planning.

If you have any questions or want to know more about the URGSA, please send us an email at urgsa.president@uregina.ca

Consistent with our constitution, and to maintain a fair and democratic process, the URGSA has appointed MUHAMMAD NOMAN SHARIF former GSA President (2018-2019) as a Chief Returning Officer (CRO). As CRO, Nauman Sharif will help ensure that URGSA Constitution and Bylaws are followed and that any disputes and conflicts are resolved with fairly according to the constitution and by-laws. 

If you have any questions about the election process or the positions that are available, please feel free to e-mail us at urgsa.president@uregina.ca.