OUSA Consultations on Environmental Sustainability and Student Financial Aid

Hey students! Our consultations in collaboration with the Ontario Undergraduate Student Association (OUSA) are back this term and will be running each day between August 12th – August 15th. These focus groups will provide you with an opportunity to share your experiences on various topics in a collaborative group setting. By participating, you will ensure that your concerns are adequately reflected in the advocacy work that OUSA engages in.

We encourage you to participate, and for those that do, you will also receive a $30 gift card of your choice.

The consultations will be focused on two topics: Environmental Sustainability and Student Financial Aid. Take a look below at the consultation themes and if one interests you, we would love your participation and feedback.

Environmental Sustainability

Consultation themes:

• Future of sustainable practices at UW
• Transportation behaviours and car reliance
• Composting and recycling practices
• Sustainable food sources on campus
• Secondhand clothing and electronics

Focus Group Dates:

• In person (SLC 2156) – Monday, August 12 @ 10-11:30
• Online (via Teams) – Tuesday, August 13 @ 5:15-6:45

Focus Group Registration Link:

• https://yourwusa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bCrzFjwsBV531NI

Student Financial Aid

Consultation themes:

• Experience with OSAP funding
• Co-op cycle and OSAP
• Student debt and ability to afford education
• Access to financial aid
• International students and financial aid
• Student employment
• Student Financial Aid

Focus Group Dates:

• In person (SLC 2156) – Wednesday August 14 @ 12-1:30
• Online (via Teams) – Thursday, August 15 @ 5:15-6:45

Focus Group Registration Link:

• https://yourwusa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9nsPFfZWdDF2rNY