Interested in running for a vacant position in the 2025 By-Election? Nominations will open on September 3!
The Nomination Period is from September 3 to September 21 at 6 pm.
To be nominated, you must submit the following to the Elections Office at elections@seuo-uosu.com by the end of the Nomination Period:
All candidates must obtain 25 signatures from UOSU Members. For Board and Senate candidates, these must be from students in their faculty. It is recommended that candidates obtain more than the required number of signatures in case some are deemed invalid.
The Executive Committee manages the day-to-day activities of the UOSU. They are undergraduate students who work full-time and are paid to fulfil a specific mandate during their term.
Term ending: April 30, 2026
The Communications Commissioner manages the communications strategies of the UOSU, shaping its public image. They oversee social media and online content, ensuring consistent messaging across platforms to keep students informed and engaged with Union activities.
The Operations Commissioner keeps the UOSU running smoothly. They work with the President and Executive Director to direct and oversee the internal operations of the Union, including business and service operations, finances, and human resources.
The Student Life Commissioner works to make your experience at uOttawa a memorable one. They organize social and philanthropic events on campus such as 101 Week, Frost Month, and the Student Life Awards, while also managing the administration of funds and scholarships and overseeing the Union’s relations with Recognized Student Governments. They are also responsible for clubs, overseeing the Clubs Administration Service, and chairing the Clubs Committee and the Funds and Scholarships Committee.
The Board of Directors is the governing body of the UOSU. It oversees and shapes the Union’s work through the adoption of policies, advocacy, and the annual budget. They set the direction for the organization and oversee the Executives. This is a volunteer role that requires around 20 hours of work per month.
Term ending: April 30, 2026
The Senate is responsible for the management of academic issues on campus and sets uOttawa’s academic policies, such as the regulations on academic integrity, accommodations, and grading. The Senate can create and abolish faculties, departments, schools, institutes, and programs of study. It also sets admission and graduation requirements. This is a volunteer role that requires around 15 hours of work per month.
Term ending: April 30, 2026
One seat is available per faculty.