Reading Time: 2 minutesConsidering that the SFUO constitution is often out of date, having updated, clearly-defined roles is a great way to ensure people on or hoping to join the executive have a clear idea of what’s expected of them, and lets students know who’s responsible for which aspects of their experience.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteEach GA since its institution in Nov. 2014 had failed to meet quorum, save for the latest assembly on March 14, where over 280 students filled Marion Auditorium, many of whom were in opposition to a motion passed by the Board of Administration (BOA) to raise the executives’ salaries by 18 per cent, or $6,200.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe fact that the SFUO either has no policy on executive spending, or has one so obscure that a major auditing firm couldn’t track it down is a glaring issue. No matter what, it’s unacceptable to have a student federation with no policy to control spending by the executive.
Reading Time: 2 minutesA new study space isn’t sexy, and it doesn’t have a flashy appeal. You could even make the case that it’s something the university administration should provide, and not the SFUO. All of those things are true, but a new study space is the kind of boring, unappealing piece of infrastructure that can actually improve the lives of students on campus.
Reading Time: 7 minutesOn Tuesday Oct. 31, in another exclusive interview, Frémont shared his aspirations for this year, addressing student satisfaction, the part-time professor strike negotiations, the progress of mental health services on campus, and the university’s budget restrictions.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO)’s Board of Administration (BOA) meeting will take place at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5, at Roger Guindon Hall, room 3001. Governance Review motion One motion that will be discussed today looks to revamp the executive positions of the SFUO. It would change the names of …
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhile it was a strong year for PIVIK and Agora, the numbers looked much worse for Café Alt and 1848.
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe SFUO also ratified their new comptroller general, who will replace Mugabo. The board voted to approve Pamela Bader, with all ‘yes’ votes, save for one abstention. Bader was not present at the meeting.
Reading Time: 7 minutesThere’s still a premium placed on experience, and unpaid placements definitely still exist. But one key change does happen—financial responsibility.
Reading Time: 2 minutesVoter turnout in the by-election was 10.12 per cent. This is higher than last October’s by-election, which saw a turnout of 7.82 per cent, but lower than the recent election in February, which saw a turnout rate of 14.6 per cent.
Reading Time: 3 minutesVoting for the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO)’s fall 2017 by-election takes place Oct. 17-19 beginning at 9:30 a.m. Here’s everything you’ll need to know about the candidates and referendum questions on the ballots.
Reading Time: 2 minutesAs our country becomes ever-more diverse, we need to pay special attention to how we schedule meetings and events, so that no one is forced to miss out on partaking in meaningful traditions with their loved ones.
Reading Time: 2 minutesAccording to LeSwank, funding for season three of the show came from profits from the recent Everybody Hates Everybody (EHE) Festival. The festival featured a controversial “pay to play” policy, where the SFUO selected artists to perform based on how many tickets they could sell.
Reading Time: 2 minutesEven though the headliner attracted 500 people at most, and the local acts had twenty people show up for their sets, all the acts gave it their all. They all embodied Probably Raymond’s mantra to keep running—to make the most of it for the committed crowds who are there, and maybe make some new fans out of them.
Reading Time: 2 minutesDay two of the Everybody Loves Everybody music festival—organized by the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa—was a successful hip-hop night featuring local artists and major names Pusha T and 6lack.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe pay-to-play contest—which Radich referred to as a “scam”—was dropped on Thursday in favour of the original application form. That gave artists less than one day to apply.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Senate sets educational policies and manages academic issues on campus such as the creation or the discontinuance of a department, faculty, or institute.
Reading Time: 3 minutesOn Sunday, Sept. 17, the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) Board of Administration (BOA) met to discuss items such as the dismissal of former comptroller general Yannick Mugabo, by-elections, and wait times for academic advisors.
Reading Time: 2 minutes ELE’s first night of electronic music drew passionate crowds. The festival continued with headliners Pusha T on Saturday for hip-hop day and Jazz Cartier and Chet Faker closing off the festival on Sunday.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAccording to the most recent statement by Ottawa police, Mugabo will be arriving in Ottawa from Montreal to be formally charged.
Reading Time: 4 minutesIf CUSA ends up defederating, it will mean that they won’t have access to CFS material or training, and won’t be able to participate in conferences with other CFS members.
Reading Time: 2 minutesOttawa police identified suspect via security camera footage Yannick Mugabo, the comptroller general of the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO), has been named by the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault Child Abuse Section as a suspect in an alleged sexual assault which occurred on Saturday, Sept. 2, according to police. The police …
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe majority of the criticism was directed at French Montana himself. Consistent promotion of hard drug use during the concert and some questionable lyrics have contributed to a public image that some have claimed is not consistent with the values of the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) or the university.
Reading Time: 3 minutesAlthough 101 Week at the University of Ottawa is over, the lack of naloxone kits—which are used to respond to an overdose—is still a cause for debate here on campus and in the city.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe meeting also featured a discussion on the federation’s the policy manual, which outlines the general goals and stance of the organization.
