After an incredible year with the ASU, I have decided to seek re-election for Vice President Events & Promotions! It has been an incredible growth opportunity and provided me with a platform to advocate for students and give them the […]
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Hello! My name is Nicole Kirkpatrick and I am in my third year of my Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Environmental Science. I am currently on a co-op work term at the Kentville Research Station, doing research […]
Three years ago, I took a leap of faith and moved from British Columbia to attend Acadia. It was the best decision of my life. The Acadia community is supportive, ambitious, and generous. I love life at Acadia, but it […]
My name is Mackenzie Jarvin, I am a third-year Environmental Sciences student and I am running to be your Vice President Academic and External. During the 2017-2018 academic year, I had the privilege of holding the position of Councillor, and […]
My name is Madeline Johnson and I am in my second year of my undergrad as a Psychology major. Throughout my life I have been heavily involved in various student councils and in leadership roles. Most recently, I have been […]
You Talk. I Listen. We Act. My name is Ruvimbo Z. Chipazi and I am a 4th year Psychology student. I am running to be your next ASU president. I am a lover of stories and an artist. I have […]
Hey Acadia! My name is Kyle Vandertoorn and I am beyond excited to be running to be your President in the upcoming 2019-2020 year! I am a third year Biology student, an advocate for student wellness, and a dedicated student […]
The 2019 ASU General Election has begun, promising two weeks of exciting campaigning. The entire Students’ Representative Council is up for election for the 2019-20 academic year, with changes in the dynamic of our student government expected. What is the […]
After the $10,000 bylaw review took place last semester, the Ad-hoc Bylaw Committee was formed as a result of contentious changes that were passed in this latest bylaw review. Christopher Vanderburgh, Councillor on the Students’ Representative Council (SRC), sat down […]
Good morning, I hope everyone is enjoying a smooth start to the Winter Semester, but don’t worry Reading Week will be here before you know it! The ASU feels it is important to communicate significant changes to all students. We […]
Growing up, I learned that trust and respect are both earned; that those in positions of authority worked to be elected and they possess knowledge from education and experience. In turn, they will take the voices and opinions of those […]
The Students’ Representative Council (SRC) is a council composed of a body of students elected by their peers, who are in charge of running the Acadia Students’ Union. The Council meets bi-weekly on Tuesdays at 5:15 PM in the Beveridge […]
Meg Hodges, Municipal Councillor for the County of Kings and first year Politics student, sent out a mass email on Sunday, January 27th stating her concerns with the revised ASU bylaws. Hodges had collected support on a petition to put […]
Cheaton Cup, an event originally started as both a charitable event and as a way to settle inter-residence rivalries on the ice has been moved to the Wednesday of March 27th instead of its traditional Saturday. This should not be […]
On January 16th, the Acadia Students’ Union (ASU) Executive Board held an information session to promote the work of the organization and opportunities for students in the face of the upcoming General Election. The event was livestreamed on the ASU […]