Activities Night is back on September 11th and 12th from 3-8pm in the Tomlinson Fieldhouse ! This massive fair is SSMU’s biggest event of the year, where clubs, services, ISGs and community groups show you what campus has to offer! Register your group to table Tabling Fee 1) SSMU Affiliated Groups: FREE 2) External Groups/McGill Community:...
June 8th, 2024 On Thursday, June 6th, student activists occupied the James Administration building demanding divestment in support of the Palestinian people. While this was occurring, students and community members standing outside the building were tear gassed and pepper sprayed by riot police. The events of that afternoon were horrifying, further exacerbating divisions between students...
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The Students Society of McGill University (SSMU) Legislative Council writes this statement to express our support for the Association of McGill Professors in Law (AMPL) in the ongoing collective agreement negotiations with the University. The AMPL has announced an unlimited strike if a collective agreement cannot be reached with the university by April 24th ....
History In 2008-2009, the SSMU celebrated its 100th anniversary. The following year, the SSMU Executive commissioned “100 Years of SSMU”. Below is the condensed version of how your student union came to be what it is today: 1902-1903 The Alma Mater Society is created. It officially becomes the representative body for students at McGill in...
Dear members, We wish to inform you that the Students’ Society of McGill University will be reducing our provided services for the period of April 8th to April 19th inclusive. During this time, the University Centre and SSMU Office will be closed. There may be delays in responses to your inquiries during this shutdown period....
The SSMU unequivocally supports The Association of Graduate Students Employed at McGill’s (AGSEM) strike to gain fair and liveable working conditions. Yes, your TA is on strike. AGSEM members voted 87.5% in favour of the strike mandate, given the lack of development in regular meetings between McGill administrators and the AGSEM bargaining unit. The strike...
The SSMU Environment Committee aims to bring all sustainable initiatives on campus together to create a larger more holistic impact! Come join the EC executive if you’re interested in promoting Sustainability on campus! Join as a general member or executive member depending on your interest. McGill student groups, clubs and any individual interested in sustainability...
As a Member-at-Large, you’ll be at the heart of our club’s operations! This is a volunteer position to gain insider knowledge and hands-on experience in the administrative processes that power our clubs, honing your skills to elevate your future leadership roles. What’s in it for you? Make a real impact on campus life Shape and...
Please note the University Centre will be closed for Reading Week (March 4th-8th) Including Gerts Bar and Cafe We will be back open with our regular hours Monday, March 11th. More information about opening hours
The SSMU Awards of Distinction are designed to recognize students with strengths in extra-curricular activities and academics at McGill University. If you’re an active SSMU member who has completed a minimum of twelve credits in the current academic year and is not graduating, you’re already eligible to apply. Scholarships will be awarded to winners to...
Update regarding the ongoing discussions and projects surrounding tuition hikes. The SSMU has actively represented your interests. Recap of the latest events October 2023 The CAQ government announced that tuition for out-of-province students was set to increase from $9,000 to $17,000 per year for students beginning their studies in Fall 2024. The original proposal also...