The GSA hosted an amazing trip to Drumheller including a trip to the Royal Tyrrell Museum. Don't miss out on other exciting summer events - check them out on our website events page. Apply for GSA Committees & Subcommittees Chairs and Vice Chairs: gsa.ucalgary.ca/lead-the-gsas-… .

Take the Supervision and Graduate Program Experience Survey! The research team will be able to identify: Top characteristics of ideal supervision, Contributors to effective supervision, Key findings on effective student supervisor communication Check email for the survey link

The GSA is currently recruiting for the position of Chairs and Vice Chairs for the following committees and Subcommittee All positions are eligible for honorariums. Learn more about the committees and positions here: gsa.ucalgary.ca/services/commi…

The GSA is recruiting Chairs and Vice Chairs for our EDIA Committee and Newcomers and International Students Subcommittee! Apply now and be a leader in fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at the GSA! 🔗 Learn more and apply: gsa.ucalgary.ca/services/commi…

Change is Coming! The GSA is excited to announce an important change to your health and dental coverage. Starting September 1, 2024, we will be transitioning to Campus Trust. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks! #GSAHealthAndDental

🚨 The GSA Quality Money’s first intake is now OPEN! 🚨 Do you have a project or idea that could benefit the grad student community at UCalgary? Whether it’s an online conference, a workshop series 🗓️ Apply by August 30 🔗 Learn more and apply here: gsa.ucalgary.ca/financial-supp…

Thank you to the @suuofc (SU) for highlighting the critical issue of food security. Graduate students have historically been the primary users of the food bank at the university of Calgary. Full article: cbc.ca/news/canada/ca… to read the full article

Yesterday, our VP External, Hunter Yaworski, met with the new Alberta opposition party leader, Naheed Nenshi Naheed Nenshi, at an event in Lakeview. They discussed important topics like Bill 18, student funding, and the possibility of a campus visit this fall. #GSAAdvocacy

Exciting News! Starting September 1, the GSA Health & Dental Plan is changing to Campus Trust! Your coverage will remain the same with some new and exciting improvements. Watch the video to learn more!

Welcome new graduate students to the University of Calgary and the LDL! We wish you an incredible journey as you embark on your graduate studies. Remember, the GSA is here for you every step of the way. Learn about our volunteer opportunities: gsa.ucalgary.ca/services/volun…

The GSA has transitioned to Campus Trust for your health and dental services! Visit the student benefits at (studentbenefits.ca). Got questions? Join us for a Q&A session at the LDL from 9 - 11 am—and enjoy a free breakfast. Visit: gsa.ucalgary.ca/events-2/ to register.

Are you passionate about supporting fellow graduate students and positively impacting your academic community? Apply to join our Awards Committee. Application Deadline: Saturday, September 29, by 11:59 pm MT Visit gsa.ucalgary.ca/apply-committee to learn more and apply.

Great turnout at the 2024 GSA AGM yesterday! We'd love to see even more graduate students get involved. Visit our website to learn more. ow.ly/BAE050TvwfE

Today, the GSA pauses to reflect on the history and legacy of residential schools. We strive to learn from this nation’s history in order to chart a path forward where no child is left behind.

There is still time to purchase Calgary Hitmen tickets for the Thanksgiving Day game. $5 from every ticket will go towards the Campus foodbank. Visit the site below to buy tickets and learn more. lnkd.in/gpXKrM7C

The UCGSA has responded to the recent IRCC rule changes that impact international students. We are disappointed by the Federal Government's aggressive rule changes and the impact it will have on the community. Read our full response here: gsa.ucalgary.ca/ucgsa-response…

Win for Grad Students! 🎉 Thanks to GSA advocacy and council efforts, the Provincial Priorities Act now exempts key funding areas like research and student employment! A huge thank you to Minister Rajan Sawhney and everyone who supported this initiative.

🇨🇦 Grad students drive Canada’s innovation & global partnerships — but we're being held back. UCGSA has a open letter for federal leaders ahead of the election: [gsa.ucalgary.ca/ucgsa-federal-…] Pierre Poilievre Jagmeet Singh Mark Carney Bloc Québécois

We’re calling for: gsa.ucalgary.ca/ucgsa-federal-… ✅ Competitive stipends (ours are 5x lower than EU avg) ✅ Exemption from IRCC student caps ✅ Less culture war noise, more real R&D support Pierre Poilievre Jagmeet Singh Mark Carney Bloc Québécois

“Grad students are already linking universities with the private sector — and the world.” – UCGSA Canada can’t afford to lose research talent. Let us do more. gsa.ucalgary.ca/ucgsa-federal-… Pierre Poilievre Jagmeet Singh Mark Carney Bloc Québécois