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The University Students’ Council (USC) is a student-led organization whose mission is to enhance the educational experience of 37,000 undergraduate and professional students at Western University, through student supports, programming, and advocacy.

Since 1965, the USC has grown to be one of the largest student governments in the Country and one of the largest not-for-profit corporations in London Ontario. Led by our student executives — President, VP University Affairs, VP External Affairs, VP Student Support and Programming, VP Governance and Finance, and VP Communications and Public Affairs — we work to support, improve and enhance your student experience, because we believe that students have the power to change the world.

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This Winter 2023 Election

Positions Available

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USC President

The President and CEO of the University Students’ Council is the primary spokesperson for 35,000 undergraduate and professional students on campus. We like to describe them as the person you can always tap on the shoulder to chat about whatever issue may be on your mind. They oversee the complex responsibilities of the executive team and the organization at large — and work, year over year, to ensure that students at Western have the best student experience possible! The USC President is elected at-large by the student body during the USC election period.

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VP Gov and Finance

The Vice President Governance and Finance is responsible for managing a $30 million budget while ensuring that the USC’s expansive policies continue serving the student community. Additionally, they oversee the USC’s complex clubs system, totalling over 200 student organizations. A USC hiring panel selects the Vice President Governance and Finance.

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VP Communications

The Vice President Communications and Public Affairs keeps students in the know about all things Western. They oversee the organization’s corporate communications strategy, including digital engagement, branding and campaigns, while managing the organization’s political strategies through media engagements, community relations, and crisis management. A USC hiring panel selects the Vice President Communications and Public Affairs.

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VP University Affairs

The Vice President University Affairs is the expert on all things related to campus life. They conduct research, develop evidence-informed policies, and advocate to the university’s senior administrators on issues including academics, campus safety, sexual and gender-based violence, and equity and inclusion. The USC Council elects the Vice President University Affairs during the USC’s Annual General Meeting in March.

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VP External Affairs

The Vice President External Affairs knows the ins and outs of all levels of government: municipal, provincial, and federal. Much like the Vice President University Affairs, they focus on researching, writing, and lobbying for policies that will improve student life, including student financial aid, work-integrated learning, housing, and transit. The USC Council elects the Vice President External Affairs during the USC’s Annual General Meeting in March.

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VP Peer Support and Programing

The Vice President Student Support and Programming is focused on improving your student experience. They oversee large-scale events, such as Orientation Week and PurpleFest, while managing student support networks like Food Support Services and the Peer Support Centre. A USC hiring panel selects the Vice President Student Support and Programming.

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Faculty President

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Faculty Councillors

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UWO Board of Governor

The Board of Governors is responsible for the overall governance of the university, including strategic matters, policymaking, and all financial and property matters. Members meet five times annually and act with the best interests of the university as a whole in mind. For more details, please visit https://www.uwo.ca/univsec/board/board_members/index.html.

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UWO Student Senator

The University Senate oversees the academic governance of the university, including curriculum and academic policy matters, admissions standards, scholarships, convocation, and honorary degrees. Student senators are elected during the Spring elections and provide a voice for the student body on Senate. For more details, please refer to https://www.uwo.ca/univsec/pdf/senate/responsibilities.pdf.