In this first instalment of UOttaKnow, the Fulcrum explores the University of Ottawa Students Union (UOSU) and how undergraduate students can access its services or get involved.
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“It’s definitely an evolving situation, we don’t know how long we’re going to be here. As of now they’ve said we’re allowed to be here if we’re quiet but I anticipate that might change in the near future.”
UOSU hosted their Autumn General Assembly on Sunday. Here are the highlights from each contentious debate.
As Ottawa’s transit network expands, the question remains: will these changes truly address the challenges faced by those who rely on it most?
Professor of political studies, and host of the event, Jean-Pierre Couture, introduced the bilingual panel in French, also noting that the department of political studies has previously organized panels “[closely following] bad or traumatic news.”
Following an unsuccessful round of conciliation meetings between the U of O and the APUO, 80.9 per cent of APUO members voted in favour of going on strike if necessary.
The UOSU’s Autumn General Assembly will begin at 10 a.m. Sunday morning — but just how long will the meeting be? Unfortunately, that’s anyone’s guess! Fortunately, we do know the agenda items that will be debated upon.
Beyond the impact on the program itself, the potential loss of the school has significant implications for Canada’s bilingual identity. The STI has played a critical role in shaping professionals who contribute to Canada’s cultural and political bilingualism.
Inadequate negotiations between the University of Ottawa and their full-time professors led to a protest Wednesday, and the possibility of a late November strike.
The Ottawa community gathered in front of the Human Rights Monument to protest what was then a week of ongoing indiscriminate attacks in Lebanon by Israel.
The University of Ottawa Students’ Union (UOSU) invites all undergraduate students to participate in the Autumn General Assembly on Nov. 17, at 10 a.m. in the Alumni Auditorium (UCU Basement).
Roll up your sleeves…it’s time to get vaxxed!
The University of Ottawa Students’ Union by-elections began Oct. 8. After a two day extension, voting concluded Monday night with record turnout for a by-election.
Two academic staff members of the University of Ottawa, professor Roland Paris, and director of the Information Integrity Lab, Jennifer Irish, reported attempted intimidation from the Chinese embassy in regards to their recent business trip to Taiwan.
U of O Professor John Bell, PhD is recognized for his groundbreaking work on cancer-killing viruses, advancing hope in cancer treatment therapies.
Undergraduate students can vote in person or online until Oct. 12.
UOSU shares tips on safe partying during Panda weekend and student rights with police interactions on Instagram and campus in leadup to Panda Game.
On September 21st, protestors marched through downtown ottawa stopping at six offices to protest who they see as the largest culprits of the Climate Crisis: the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), the Canadian Gas Association (CGA), the Province of Ontario, the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP), and Export Development Canada (EDC).
Frémont began a five year term in 2020; originally meant to leave in June 2026, he’ll now be out of the role in June 2025. He cited personal reasons for the decision.
This space, located in Morisset Room 144, includes high-performance PCs, worktables, and most importantly, a space for students to come together around a shared passion.
Ottawa community members rallied to put a spotlight on rape culture in annual SlutWalk on Sept. 8.
In a 13-12 decision, Ottawa city council voted down councillor Sean Devine’s amendment that would have restored O-Train service to 7 minute intervals during off-peak hours after shunning a vote of councillor Jeff Leiper’s original motion for 5 minute intervals.
Ottawa city councillor Jeff Leiper tabled a motion to bring LRT service from the current 10 minute wait, back to five minutes. This motion will be voted on at the city council meeting on Sept. 18.
The University of Ottawa has been undergoing a series of cutbacks that include eliminating a number of scheduled classes for the Fall 2024 semester.
Difficulties with certain student cards showing proof of payment on OC Transpo readers were resolved early this morning, reported per the transit systems’ Instagram 6 days after they acknowledged the issues.
