The UOSU 2025 General Elections voting period will take place from Tuesday, February 4th to Saturday, February 8th. Our General Elections are held to elect Directors and Executives for the UOSU Board of Directors. We also vote on referendum questions to modify what fees students pay for. We also host the elections for the undergraduate student representatives on the University of Ottawa Board of Governors and Senate.
Send your nomination forms, questions, and urgent inquiries to the Chief Electoral Officer: elections@seuo-uosu.com
UOSU Executives work full time to lead the organization. They are bilingual undergraduate students who must study part-time (3 courses per semester or less) during their mandate, aside from international students, Indigenous students receiving band funding and a few program exemptions. They each have a specific mandate. These are remunerated roles. Positions can count as a co-op term.
Term ending: April 30, 2026
Directors are volunteers who represent fellow students in their faculty on our Board. They oversee and shape the work of the UOSU, discuss campus issues and propose amendments to policies, stances and initiatives. One of their first tasks is to shape and adopt the UOSU’s 2025-2026 budget.
Directors attend monthly Board meetings and to join 1-3 committees based on their interests to weigh in on matters such as Clubs, Finance, Funds and Scholarships, Advocacy and more. This role requires around 15-20 hours of work per month.
Term ending: April 30, 2026
The Board of Governors is the highest governing body at uOttawa, responsible for the overall governance and management of the University. It makes financial decisions and implements the policies and procedures necessary for the University to operate efficiently. Students review important documents and attend monthly meetings with a high degree of discretion and professionalism.
Students sitting are the Board are exempted from paying tuition. This role requires a minimum of 10-15 hours or work per month.
Term ending: April 30, 2026
The uOttawa Senate plays a key role in managing the University’s educational policy. With the Board of Governors, it is responsible for creating and abolishing faculties, departments, schools, and institutes. The Senate also establishes academic regulations, programs of study, admission requirements, and graduation requirements. As a student senator, you will actively participate in these decisions and in various committees to contribute to the direction of the University!
Volunteer role requiring around 10-15 hours or work per month.
Term ending: April 30, 2026
One seat is available per faculty.
Nomination Period: January 6th to 19th
Campaign Period: January 25th to February 3rd
Voting Period: February 4th to 8th
Curious to know how our elections process will go, what positions are up for election, and what responsibilities fall under each? Check out our answers below!
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