New job vacancy at WUSC in Ottawa
October 2, 2009 by TrentWUSC-IT · Leave a Comment
WUSC in Ottawa is currently looking for someone to fill the position of Program Assistant for Gender Equality and Environmental Awareness. The Program Assistant will be responsible for working with key WUSC staff members to advance the organization’s commitments on promoting environmental sustainability and gender equality. He/she will spend approximately half of their time on each theme and will report to the Manager of Program Development.
Interested applicants should note that the contracted work length is 6 months and that they will be working in Ottawa, ON. Click on the ‘Read more’ link for further details concerning payment, qualification requirements, etc.
WUSC’s SWB at Trent University’s Work/Study Abroad Fair
September 30, 2009 by TrentWUSC-IT · Leave a Comment
Are you interested in going beyond Canada to study and simultaneously apply the skills you learn in a real work environment? If you are, then perhaps the Students Without Borders™ programme within WUSC is what you need to get started. By participating in the SWB you will gain valuable skills by working with people in communities and change the world through education!
On Monday, 5th October, 2009, Trent University will be hosting their Study/Work Abroad Fair in the Great Hall of Champlain College (West Bank) from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Many departments, clubs and groups that offer Study/Work Abroad opportunities for students will be present. Members from WUSC at Trent University will definitely be there! So if you are interested in finding out more about Students Without Borders™, drop by and get some useful information. While you are there, ask about the upcoming International Seminar to be held in Nepal in 2010 and how you can get involved.
General meeting on September 28, 2009
September 26, 2009 by TrentWUSC-IT · Leave a Comment
Once again, we wish to welcome all new and returning students to Trent University and to WUSC in general. We are looking forward to an exciting year ahead filled with lots of great activities in which you can participate!
The first general meeting will be held on Monday, 28th September, 2009, at 5:00pm in the LEC Pit. General meetings are intended for all members; new or interested members are especially invited to attend. The meeting will consist of an overview of what WUSC is all about, descriptions of our sub-committees and how you can get involved in various events and campaigns. Refreshments will be served.
So take an hour out of your study schedule, bring your friends, and come to a fun yet informative meeting where you will learn how “Education Changes the World”!
Locating the LEC Pit
New students may not be aware of the location of our meeting venue. The Pit is a meeting space for student groups located in the Lady Eaton College (West Bank) adjacent to the LEC cafeteria.
Summer has ended and it’s back to the books
September 13, 2009 by TrentWUSC-IT · Leave a Comment
Just take a minute to think about the title of this post and let it sink in. Some of us are still wishing we could have another week of summer break not having to get up early and sleeping in until midday. While this may not change for a few (unfortunately!), the reality is that university classes officially resume tomorrow if they have not done so already. This is your opportunity to pursue higher education in preparation for a future career, make life-long friends, change the world and have fun doing it all!
We understand that university life can be tough and takes time to adjust; after all, our members are students as well. We encourage you to work hard at your studies, but also take time to relax and engage in other constructive activities. Joining and participating in WUSC at Trent University is a great way of doing the latter. It is not just another extra-curricular activity; it is a way of coming together with different people and sharing ideas about how we can go about changing the world through education. Consider volunteering now and become a member of an organization that is making a difference in our world.
Volunteers needed for SRP welcome and ISW
August 18, 2009 by TrentWUSC-IT · Leave a Comment
We are sorry for the late notice, but these two pieces of news are urgent. All current WUSC at Trent University members are asked to take note of the following upcoming events:
New SRP Student Arrival
The new SRP sponsored student will be arriving on Wednesday, August 19th. We need to form a welcome committee to meet him at the airport and subsequently accompany him back to Peterborough. If you are in the Peterborough or Toronto area during that day and would like to be apart of this exciting occasion, please e-mail the Chair informing her of your intent by today at 2:00pm. Transportation from Peterborough to Toronto will be provided. Other details will be given upon request.
ISW Clubs and Groups Day
The Clubs and Groups Day is a day during Trent University’s ISW or orientation week when campus organizations publicize their presence to new students in an effort to recruit more members. This year, Clubs and Groups Day falls on Wednesday, September 9th, from 9:00am to 3:00pm around the Bata Library and WUSC at Trent University will be there to represent WUSC. We need current members to volunteer at our informational booth for whichever time slot they are comfortable with. Please contact the Chair if you would like to participate.
Both of these events are great opportunities to meet new people and to share your experiences of volunteering within WUSC! Please consider joining us.