Student-At-Large, Student Advocacy Advisory Committee

1 week ago

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Ontario Tech Student Union Full time

 Reports To:
 VP Student Affairs, OTSU Board of Directors

About the SAAC

Hi We are building the Student Advocacy Advisory Committee (SAAC): to help ensure your ideas, needs, and concerns are shaping the future of student life at Ontario Tech.

SAAC is a standing committee of the OTSU Board, dedicated to identifying advocacy concerns and advising the executive team on priorities, initiatives, and policies that impact you and your peers.

Why Join?

  • Make a real difference in student life
  • Represent your faculty and peers
  • Build leadership experience and grow your voice
  • Work directly with OTSU executives and student leaders
  • Gain insights into how student advocacy and governance work
  • Meet like-minded peers and build your network

Responsibilities

As a member of the SAAC, you will:

  • Represent student concerns from your faculty
  • Provide feedback on advocacy priorities set by OTSU
  • Advise executives on student-relevant issues and help shape student-focused policies
  • Review and recommend changes to the OTSU's advocacy policy library
  • Consult on new programs, services, and campaigns under development
  • Promote open communication between students and the OTSU
  • Attend monthly meetings and additional sessions as needed

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking 5 Students-at-Large, ideally one from each faculty, who:

  • Are passionate about student voice, equity, and institutional change
  • Can communicate respectfully and represent peer concerns effectively
  • Want to collaborate, listen, and contribute to collective decision-making
  • Are committed to showing up and making a difference

Time Commitment

  • Term: One academic year (volunteer basis)
  • Meetings: At least twice per term (1–2 hrs), with potential for more based on priorities or need.

Committee Structure

You'll work alongside:

  • OTSU President or their designate
  • VP Student Affairs (Chair of the Committee)
  • 2 OTSU Board Members
  • 4 other Students-at-Large
  • A Vice-Chair (elected from within the committee)

Expectations

  • Engage constructively in meetings and discussions
  • Follow all OTSU and university policies
  • Commit to representing your faculty in a respectful and responsible manner
  • Collaborate in a way that respects the confidentiality and integrity of the committee's work

Ready to Get Involved?

If you're passionate about advocacy and want to help shape the student experience at Ontario Tech, apply to join the SAAC today

Have questions? Reach out to

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