UOttaKnow: The University of Ottawa Students Union
UOSU, BOD, Executive committee, general assembly — what does it all mean? With an undergraduate enrollment of 40,000 (as of Fall 2023) the University of... Read more.
BREAKING: CJCUO-led student sit-in to protest RBC on campus evolves into blockade after police response in first hour
“Divestment is our demand, no peace in stolen land” MONDAY – A protest of 12 students in front of the RBC branch on campus in the UCU elicited a... Read more.
Looking to rent as a U of O student? Look outside of Sandy Hill!
Living away from campus made Ottawa feel like a real city Finding housing as a student can be stressful. Sandy Hill is the natural first instinct for many U... Read more.
University of Ottawa President Frémont to leave a year early: A look back on his work in the role
Frémont’s early departure from the role will leave the Board of Governors (BOG) to appoint a new president and vice-chancellor by the end of this academic... Read more.
“Something has to change”: recapping Ottawa SlutWalk 2024
“It’s a very clear fact of our lives that rape culture is still a big issue” Content Warning: This article discusses sexual assault. Sept. 8 — On... Read more.
An afternoon in the Alareer family memorial library at the University of Ottawa encampment
I spent much of the afternoon of May 12 in the Alareer family memorial Library; here’s what I saw: Two shelves lined with books and a third with pamphlets... Read more.
An Extreme act of protest: Aaron Bushnell
“This is what our ruling class has decided will be normal” Content warning: This article includes descriptions of a specific instance of self-harm and... Read more.
UOSU 2024 general election results
Lower voter turnout than 2023 by-election On Feb. 18, the University of Ottawa Students’ Union (UOSU) published its 2024 general election... Read more.
A Look at the candidates for UOSU BOD FSS director seats
The University of Ottawa Students’ Union’s (UOSU) 2024 General elections have begun with the campaign period running from Feb. 3 to 17. Voting is open from... Read more.
UOSU’s new main agreement with the University of Ottawa
Agreement will be in effect from May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2029 At the Jan. 21 meeting of the University of Ottawa Students’ Union’s (UOSU) Board of... Read more.
2023 University of Ottawa News recap
The Fulcrum's 2023 U of O headlines 2023 was an eventful year for the U of O. From January to December, the news from our campus has been reflective of... Read more.
U of O’s Provost and Vice-President of Academic Affairs, Jill Scott appointed 14th principal of RMC
Scott to assume new role March 4, 2024 Dec. 20 — Canada's Minister of National Defence, Bill Blair announced the appointment of Jill Scott to principal of... Read more.
What you missed from the October 21st UOSU BOD
Directors make preparations for Autumn General Assembly The University of Ottawa Students' Union (UOSU) Board of Directors (BOD) met on Saturday, Oct. 21 to... Read more.
UOSU by-election withdrawal
Candidate requests to be removed from ballot From Oct. 9—13, U of O undergraduate students were asked to vote in their student union byelections. The... Read more.
UOSU’s messy byelection
Max Christie on removal from elections committee: "while I strongly disagree, I respect their decision. My conscience has never been clearer, and I still have... Read more.
Ottawa: The “Million march for Children” and its counter protest in photos
Chants of "Trans rights are human rights" met with "leave the kids alone" On Sept. 20, marches were organized around Canada under the banner of taking part... Read more.
What you missed from the September 17th UOSU BOD meeting
“I serve on this board as a form of harm reduction” - Max Christie The University of Ottawa Students’ Union’s (UOSU) Board of Directors (BOD) met... Read more.
Students and student groups respond to uOshow act harassing of attendees; the U of O’s response
“I am disappointed, frustrated, and ashamed to be a University of Ottawa student." Content Warning: This article includes a description of sexual... Read more.
Tomato: The magical frog in the UCU sub-basement
U of O Gossip In the sub-basement of the Jock Turcot University Centre (UCU) lives a magical frog. It's damp down there, the heaters in the winter make it... Read more.
UOSU holds emergency meeting to approve 2023-24 budget
“They’ve said to me that this is a beautifully balanced budget, and they’re very confident in it.” On August 18, the Board of Directors (BOD) for... Read more.
U of O to host 2024 Canadian University Men’s Rugby Championship at Matt Anthony field
Gee-gees to gain automatic entry as hosts On Aug. 9 the University of Ottawa Recreation and varsity sports announced they had been selected to host the 2024... Read more.
UOSU exec profiles: Joyce Williams, Equity commissioner
"I wanted to be a representative for my community and for international students, for not only Black students but all minorities on campus. I think they... Read more.
UOSU exec profiles: Fiona Broughton, Operations commissioner
“It's a lot of meetings and a lot of emails and a lot of forms, which not everybody loves, but my happy place is an Excel spreadsheet.” On July 17, The... Read more.
Karen McCrimmon wins Kanata-Carleton byelection
Former MP for Kanata-Carleton wins July 27 Provincial byelection Liberal party candidate Karen McCrimmon won the seat most recently held by Merrilee... Read more.
Bluesfest night two: PUP and Weezer
"Ottawa, you have been Weezered" Toronto punk band PUP took the RBC stage to open Bluesfest for day two. The band's minimal set design let the music speak... Read more.