How can I get involved with the election? What positions are open?
The By-Election is held every year in the Fall semester, allowing a new body of elected officials to represent the undergraduate student population that the UWSA serves.
If you’re interested in running for a position, read all the information on this page, download the UWSA Nomination Package 2023 , complete every form, and email the completed documents to the Chief Returning Officer (CRO) at crouwsa@uwindsor.ca. All documents are to be submitted no later than 5:00pm PM (EST) on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023.
If you have any questions, you can contact the Chief Returning Officer (CRO) of the UWSA at crouwsa@uwindsor.ca.
Required Documents
How do I vote for a candidate?
A link to vote will be available on election day.
Why Should I Vote?
The ability to vote is a right that many have bravely sought to secure. Voting is an integral part of having a voice on your campus. By deciding to become an active participant in a campus-wide election that directly impacts your student experience, you end up learning a lot about the power dynamics of a university’s democratic process. Also, by voting, you hold those who do run for office accountable, by selecting the candidate you believe can not only bring the best ideas to the campus but more importantly, who can follow through on them. The benefits of voting are countless!
What are the rules governing the election?
UWSA elections are governed by the UWSA Elections Policy:
View Elections Policy Here (or browse: Governance > Important Documents > Elections Policy)
WHAT POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
FACULTY OF ARTS, HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES
FACULTY OF BUSINESS
FACULTY OF SOCIAL WORK
FACULTY OF DRAMATIC ARTS
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
FACULTY OF HUMAN KINETICS
SCHULICH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE & DENTISTRY REPRESENTATIVE
SENATE STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR RESIDENCE
FIRST YEAR REPRESENTATIVE (Must be enrolled in first year in 2022-23)
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who should I contact if I have any questions about the election?
The UWSA Elections is managed, administered and enforced by the Chief Returning Officer (CRO). If you have any questions regarding the election please contact:
Chief Returning Officer (CRO)
UWSA Office – Student Centre Room 235
519- 253-3000 ext.4554
*Meetings with the CRO can be done during the times listed below.*
Campaign Preparation Period:
Tuesday, February 21, 2023 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, February 23, 2023 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Campaign Period:
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Thursday March 02, 2023 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday March 07, 2023 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Voting Days:
Wednesday March 08, 2023 – 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Thursday March 09, 2023 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Get Involved! The members of the UWSA Board of Directors are students who are elected by UWSA members every year. The Board of Directors work and fight for student interests and are the decision-making body of the UWSA. Make sure to vote for the candidate you want to represent you or run in the election yourself!
Important Documents
Please take some time to review the Important Documents relating to UWSA Elections. In particular, the UWSA Elections Policies and the UWSA Referendum Policy will be very helpful in answering any questions regarding elections and referendums.
Job Descriptions:
UWSA Executives
President
Vice-President Student Life
Vice-President Student Advocacy
Vice-President Finance & Operations
Board Positions
Faculty Representative
Student Senator
Board of Governors Representative