Welcome to Ryerson! - Ryerson Students` Union

WELCOME TO RYERSON!
The RSU represents all full-time undergraduate students, as well as all graduate
students. We are here for you. A platform to encourage collaboration, engagement
and empowerment — we are your trusted allies, a resource students can depend on
for timely and accurate representation now and in the future. We empower students
and build community on Ryerson’s campus by advocating for your rights, supporting
student initiatives and providing discounted services to save you money!
One of the most important facets of Ryerson’s community is the work done by the
over 150 different campus groups we house — including student groups, course
unions, graduate course unions and affiliate groups. The RSU provides funding,
access to free space, mentorship, guidance and a number of other resources to
support you.
This September we’re bringing you the 55th annual Week of Welcome and Parade
— Ryerson’s largest party yet. But it doesn’t stop there. There are many other great
events throughout the year to look out for, including our staple CultureJam Week
and Showcase, lots of diverse pub nights, karaoke nights, open mic nights, speaker
series’ and debates.
Remember that we are here to help you. If you have any questions or comments,
drop by the office on third floor of the Student Centre. Our goal is to ensure that you
have an amazing year and our doors are always open!
Your RSU Executive
2015-2016
RSU Executive
Andrea Bartlett
President
president@rsuonline.ca
Cormac McGee
Vice-President Education
vp.education@rsuonline.ca
Rabia Idrees
Vice-President Equity
vp.equity@rsuonline.ca
Obaid Ullah
Vice-President Operations
vp.operations@rsuonline.ca
Harman Singh
Vice-President Student Life & Events
vp.life@rsuonline.ca
2015-2016 Board of Directors
2015-2016 RSU Executive
Arts
Gizelle Lao | Hannah Van Dyk | Alexander Waddling
Business
Rana Abdalla | Celina Hernandez
Nav Marwah | Noah Parker | Andrew Ashton
Communications and Design
Shay Alford | Tavia Bakowski
Mady Krapez-Fewster | Tyler Webb
Community Service
Zahra Islam | Stacey Manhue | Cassandra Myers
Kayla Reid
Engineering and Architecture
Dave Alcivar | Amar Latchman | Mariam Nouser
Urooj Siddiqui
Science
Matthew Tesfaldet | Ana Sofia Vargas Garza
Course Union Director David Tenty
Residence Director Lia Richardson
Senate Director Victoria Morton
Student Group Director Angelyn Francis
Graduate Directors Pablo Godoy | Uthman Said
Get involved!
Whether you’re interested in organizing amazing campus wide events, are
passionate about equity, sustainability and student life, or are looking to enhance
your experience at Ryerson, the RSU is looking for you!
Volunteer with us today or join one of our student groups!
Email volunteer@rsuonline.ca
or visit rsuonline.ca for more info
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The Ryerson Students’ Union
55 Gould St. SCC311, Student Centre M5B 1E9
info@rsuonline.ca • www.rsuonline.ca
Welcome to Ryerson!
WHAT IS THE RSU?
The RSU is your hub for student life at
Ryerson. We organize inclusive, diverse
events, support over 150 student groups
and initiatives on campus and offer free
academic and legal guidance.
Get involved today!
Open Committees:
Equity
Work for a more inclusive and accessible
campus
Contact: Rabia Idrees
vp.equity@rsuonline.ca
Community Building
Enhance school spirit and get students
excited to be on campus
Contact: Andrea Bartlett
president@rsuonline.ca
Educational Policy Innovation
Committee
Research and propose innovative
recommendations to improve student
funding and access to postsecondary
education
Contact: Cormac McGee
vp.education@rsuonline.ca
Student Engagement
Organize innovative and educational
events on campus and in the city
Contact: Cormac McGee
vp.education@rsuonline.ca
RSU Legacy Program
The RSU is committed to
enhancing student life on campus,
and developing future leaders on
campus. The RSU Legacy Program
is an application-based program,
accessible to all full-time
undergraduate and graduate
students at Ryerson. Apply online
today by filling out the form on
the RSU website, and email your
resume by Friday, September 25th
@ 7:00pm
Contact: Andrea Bartlett
legacy@rsuonline.ca
ORIENTATION
WEEK
SUNDAY, Aug 30
• RES MOVE-IN DAY - Pitman Quad
MONDAY, Aug 31
• FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST - SCC Front
• LAUNCH & INVOCATION - Quad
• PEP RALLY - Gould Street
• ORIENTATION BASKETBALL GAME - MAC
• COSTUME KARAOKE - Ram in The Rye
TUESDAY, Sept 1
• FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST - SCC Front
• O-FEST CARNIVAL - Gould Street
WEDNESDAY, Sept 2
MEMBERS’
&
HANDBOOK
DAY PLANNER
2015-2016
Starting
Tuesday,
Sept. 8
Pick up your FREE Members Handbook
& Day Planner
It’s your guide to campus life, student
issues, and planning your schedule!
WEEK OF E
WELCOM
TuesDAY, Sept. 8
Pancake Breakfast
SCC Front, 9am-11am
Street Festival
Gould Street, 12pm-6pm
WedNESDAY, Sept. 9
Campus Groups Day
Gould Street, 11am-4pm
Paint Party
Gould Street, 5pm-7pm
ThurSDAY, Sept. 10
• FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST - SCC Front
• FIESTA DEL FEUGO - Quad
Fit Fest
Gould Street, 10am-3pm
THURSDAY, SEPT 3
FRIday, Sept. 11
• FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST - SCC Front
• $2 BBQ LUNCH - SCC Front
• DEVO JAM SESSIONS - Lake Devo
• BLACK LIGHT PARTY - Ram in The Rye
FRIDAY, SEPT 4
• SHINERAMA - Gould Street
Parade and Concert
Parade start - 3:00pm
Concert on Gould Street
- 6:00pm
September 21-25, 2015
DisOrientation will immerse you in social
justice, activism, action and knowledge. It's
about learning to unlearn our assumptions,
engaging in thought-provoking discussion
and art, and rediscovering our relationships
to each other. All events are free. For more
about DisOrientation visit www.rsuonline.ca
M O N DAY, S E P T. 2 1 | 1 2 - 6 P M
Mental Wellness Fair
Gould Street | SLC | SCC | TRS
T U E S D AY, S E P T. 2 2 | 8 : 3 0 -1 1 P M
Outdoor Movie Night | Gould Street
Featuring ‘Fire’ & Shisha
W E D N E S D AY, S E P T . 2 3 | 6 - 8 P M
Eath, Think, Vote | Thomas Lounge, SCC
The Politics of Hunger Panel
T H U R S D A Y, S E P T . 2 4 | 1 2 - 2 P M
Building Cultures of Consent Workshop
Thomas Lounge, SCC
Our Words are Strength | RCC208
Cultural Performance Night
FRIDAY, SEPT. 25 | 4-7PM
Shits n’ Giggles | SLC
A Feminist Comedy Night
TOP 5 WAYS TO $AVE
1 Student TTC
Metropass
Buy your postsecondary
metropasses at a reduced
rate right at our front desk!
Available at the Member
Services Office, main desk
in the Student Centre
Lobby.
2 Member’s Health 3 Used Book Room 4 CopyRITE
and Dental Plan
The RSU automatically
provides Health and Dental
insurance to keep you covered!
Already have insurance
coverage?
OPT-OUT for a full refund!
Find more information online
www.rsuonline.ca or
health@rsuonline.ca
Are your textbooks expensive?
Save hundreds of dollars each
year by buying them used right
in the Student Centre! And
when you’re done with them,
sell your books to the Used
Book Room and earn some
cash!
Located in the newly
renovated Student Centre
Basement
Save with the cheapest
printing and copying
services at Ryerson!
Whether it’s a one page
assignment or thesis we’ve
got you covered with our
CopyRITE shop. Come in
for colour prints, binding,
wide format prints,
business cards and more!
Located in the newly
renovated Student Centre
Basement
5 International
Student Identity
Card (ISIC)
Get your free ISIC card to
access exclusive discounts
from companies around the
city, country and world!
Includes clothing, flights,
trains, buses and more!
Available at the Member
Services Office, main desk in
the Student Centre Lobby