How can I get involved in student politics, advocacy groups, or clubs?
There are many ways for grad students to become active members of the campus community. You can become involved in policy and advocacy with special interest groups or join diverse clubs to meet like-minded people. Some positions on the Graduate Students’ Society are elected positions. Check their website for more details. Advocacy, Constituency & Research Groups These groups are all housed in the Student Union Building (SUB). Check their websites or visit their offices to find out how to get involved. Access UVic! Anti-Violence Project Native Student’s Union Pride Collective Students of Colour Collective Vancouver Island Public Interest Research Group (VIPIRG) Women’s Centre Clubs There are over 75 different athletic, international and cultural, general interest, political and religious clubs to join on campus. Official club sign-up day takes place twice a year (early September, and mid-January), although most clubs have an open membership and you can contact them any time.
