The following is a letter to Western University from the USC. Dear Dr. Prichard, Mrs. Logan and Mr. Chelladurai, On behalf of the University Students’ Council at Western University and the 35,000 undergraduate and professional students we represent, we write to share our thoughts on the priorities for next year’s university budget.The USC was pleased […]
The University Students’ Council issued the following statement regarding the death of a student earlier this week.The USC is devastated with the news of the passing of Gabriel Neil, a first-year health science student. Our sincere condolences are extended to Gabriel’s family and friends, and our thoughts are with those within our campus community who […]
Trigger Warning: this post discusses gender-based and sexual violence. The USC is heartbroken with what we are hearing within residences and on campus. While we cannot comment on investigations taking place, we want to make it absolutely clear that we hear you, we stand with survivors, and we are here to take your feedback on how […]
The University Students’ Council executive team is pleased by the direction and approach Western University is taking to ensure the health and safety of our campus community. The vaccine policy announcement shared this evening is essential information for students to consider as we begin planning a return to campus. We look forward to learning more about Western’s […]
By Victoria Brown World Indigenous Peoples Day is an official day of celebration to recognize and honour the heritage, cultures and valuable contributions to society by Indigenous peoples. The USC acknowledges the continued impact of colonization and is committed to taking steps forward to both decolonize our campus. Whether you are connected with your community […]
The University Students’ Council issued the following statement regarding the death of a Western student this week: The USC is heartbroken to learn of the passing of Josue Silva, a second-year student in the Faculty of Social Science. Our thoughts are with Josue’s friends and family, and the fellow students who have been impacted by […]
The University Students’ Council is excited to welcome students back to campus, and we are looking forward to providing an exceptional student experience, which is in-line with all health and safety regulations. Last week, the Ministry of Colleges and Universities announced that campuses should plan for a normal return to campus. This includes no capacity […]
June 7, 2021 We are heartbroken by the senseless violence that led to the loss of four members of our London community yesterday. The USC offers our condolences to the family and friends of the victims, and pray for the recovery of the young boy who is still in the hospital. We are deeply saddened and angered […]
The University Students’ Council is working with students, clubs, and other organizations regarding their concerns with human rights violations in Israel and Palestine. We condemn Anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and discrimination in all its forms. We recognize that even amid a ceasefire, students are still affected by the ongoing conflict and may need support. The USC reaffirms […]
The USC joins in the collective mourning of 215 Indigenous children who lost their lives after enduring forced separation from their families and placed in the Indian Residential School in Kamloops, BC. Our thoughts are with their relatives, Indigenous communities and residential school survivors during this difficult time. The legacies of residential schools and the […]