The background reading, questions, and panelist listing for the McGill 2014-15 Joint Board-Senate Meeting of Tuesday, November 4th were circulated to Senators on Friday, October 31st. The contents of these materials were heavily focused on industry partnerships and economic development. This was exemplified by the inclusion of panelists such as the director of research from...
In the weeks leading up to and following the October General Assembly (GA), my email inbox has been flooded, my phone has been ringing off the hook, and my days have consisted of back to back meetings. To be honest, while this has been incredibly overwhelming, this has also been pretty amazing. Logistically, there were...
Update RE: Injunction Filed Against the SSMU MONTREAL, QUEBEC (October 11 2014) – As of October 8 2014, the injunction filed by M. Tariq Khan and his lawyers against the Students’ Society of McGill University (SSMU) was officially dropped by Tariq Khan and his lawyers. Please follow this link for the confirmation by the Superior...
The Student Society of McGill University (SSMU) is disturbed by the breaking reports of the charging of a member of the McGill Redmen football team with uttering threats, armed robbery, and aggravated assault relating to an incident of domestic violence. McGill’s immediate suspension of the player reflects McGill’s willingness to suspend the assumption of innocence...
McGill University tuition fees, including the SSMU Plan fee, are due on Aug. 29, 2014. Students who opt-out between Aug. 21 – 26, 2014 will have the Plan fee reversed from their student account by the tuition fee payment deadline. Students who complete an opt-out between Aug. 27 – Sept. 29, 2014 will have the...
Montréal, August 13, 2014 – Until mid-October, STM photographers will be stopping in over 150 high schools, cegeps and universities, giving students the opportunity to quickly obtain or renew their reduced fare OPUS card while avoiding last-minute line-ups. To obtain their reduced fare card, students must have the following items on hand with them at...
MONTREAL, QUEBEC (June 4, 2014) – On May 29th, a motion seeking a provisional and permanent injunction was filed with the Superior Court of Quebec by lawyers representing McGill student Tariq Khan against the Students’ Society of McGill University (SSMU). The injunction seeks an order from the Superior Court to, among other things, overturn the...
Ever wanted to get involved in the governance of the University? Have an issue on campus you are deeply passionate about? Think you have a great idea to make an impact on students? SSMU is currently looking for students to sit as student body representatives on a number of subcommittees of the McGill Senate, working...
In publication since 1898, the Old McGill Yearbook is a must-have item for all graduating students. Preserve your memories for a lifetime with the 2014 hard-cover edition of the yearbook and become part of McGill history! This year’s Old McGill Yearbook defines 2014 from the perspective of the student. From orientation, clubs and activities, class,...
At the conclusion of the hearing held on April 29th, the Judicial Board delivered an oral judgment upholding Election SSMU’s decision to invalidate the election of Tariq Khan’s Presidency. A written transcript of the decision can be found here.
Dozens of students report being denied ability to register (March 31, 2014) Montreal, QC– The Concordia Student Union, the Student’s Society of McGill University, and the Quebec Public Interest Research Groups (QPIRG) at Concordia and McGill are denouncing the clear instances of voter suppression and intimidation against our membership in the lead up to the...
The University Centre cafeteria (3480 McTavish Street, 2nd floor) will be offering extended hours for the exam period: From March 24, 2014 to April 24, 2014 Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 1:00 AM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Following afternoon food service the cafeteria will become a study zone!