Your voice has power – use it! From clubs and events to mental health resources and advocacy, you Board’s decisions shape everyday student life at Waterloo. When you vote in the WUSA elections, you are choosing who represents you. The people who sit at the table help decide how your student fees are used, and push for the changes that affect you the most.

Why it matters:
Because the things you care about – like lower costs for food, better student services, fun and accessible events, and stronger academic supports are all influenced by the Board. In past years, WUSA leaders have helped:

• Push for Co-op fee rollbacks,
• Launch food security programs like PWYC,
• Bring you deals and discounts,
• Secure the GRT U-Pass, and
• Advocate for better mental health resources and campus wellness supports among other things.

These are all big wins for our longer term direction! An ideal candidate has an understanding of our Long Range Plan and Annual Plan, and knows how to make decisions that are in the best interest of students based on research and data. That’s why your vote counts! It helps shape the student experience you want to see.

Not sure how to pick the best leader for you?
Check out our voter’s guide to help you understand what would make an effective candidate so you can make an informed choice.

Curious about what the Board actually does?
Check out the Board of Directors page to learn more about how WUSA is run, how decisions are made, and what responsibilities come with each role. You’ll get a sense of what being a student leader really means and how your voice can make a difference.

Not sure how WUSA Elections work?
This article on WUSA Elections gives a quick overview of how elections work and why they’re held so you know what to expect and other ways to get involved.

It only takes 60 seconds! Cast your vote now at vote.wusa.ca

Find more information on who’s running and how to vote at WUSA Elections.