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2010201120102011THE STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATIONOF MACEWAN UNIVERSITYANNUAL REPORT

Students’ Association of MacEwan University

VISION STATEMENTTHE STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION WILL PROVIDE AN ENVIRONMENT OF EXCELLENCE FOR OPPORTUNITIES, SERVICES, EXPERIENCES AND ADVOCACY WITHIN THE MACEWAN COMMUNITY.

MISSION STATEMENTTHE STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION STRIVES TO PROVIDE THE STRONGEST POSSIBLE VOICE FOR ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED AT MACEWAN UNIVERSITY. THE STUDENTS’ AS-SOCIATION IS COMMITTED TO ENRICHING THE MACEWAN STUDENT EXPERIENCE.

THE STUDENTS’ ASSCOCIATION OF MACEWAN UNIVERSITY IS GUIDED BY THE FOLLOWING PRINCIPLES

Makes MacEwan students its primary focus.

Responds to identified student values and expectations.

Plans, implements and evaluates student-driven programs, services and events.

Provides an environment that supports the holistic wellness and development of students, volunteers and staff.

Is committed to responsible and accountable governance.

Is responsible for the effective stewardship of student funds to the primary benefit of fee paying students.

Is responsible to the global community.

Embraces the diversity of the university.

Values the equality of opportunity for all students to benefit from Association services.

Connects students with other students, the university, and wider communities.

Protects and advocates for the shared interest of post-secondary students.

Is committed to investigate any opportunities to reduce dependence on student fees.

Is responsible to maintain the tradition, attitude, culture, and historical integrity of past achievements of the Association.

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MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT

DIRECTOR

Wade Bendfeld

GRAPHIC DESIGNER II

Jennifer Kowton

GRAPHIC DESIGNER I

Erika Olbey

COMMUNICATION ASSISTANT

Scott Cunningham

THE GRIFF MANAGING EDITOR

Jennifer Feniak

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES CONT.

FOOD BANK COORDINATOR, CCC

Siao Yong

GLOBAL PROJECTS, CCC

Nadine Kheshen

PEER SUPPORT COORDINATOR, CCC

Cina Gross

SAFE WALK COORDINATOR, CCC

Cody Civero

SWAT COORDINATOR, CCC

Ria Brezanski

SUSTAINABILITY COORDINATOR, CCC

Jacqueline Hallet

OFFICE ASSITANT, CFAC

Stephanie Hall

CULTURE AND COMMUNITY, CFAC

Sebastjohn King

Jessica Marsh

LIFESTYLE & WELLBEING, CFAC

Jenn Wright

OFFICE ASSISTANT MSC

Caitlynd Agrey

Daniel Newark

PEER SUPPORT COORDINATOR MSC

Crystal Rye

SWAT COORDINATOR MSC

Nicole Tupechka

GLOBAL PROJECTS MSC

Samantha Stupak

ELECTIONS

The members of the Students’ Council are the driving force behind every Students’ Association decision. As such, each year we strive for a high level of involvement from the student body, both as candidates and as voters. During the Fall semester, voter turnout was recorded at 7 per cent, but rose significantly in the Winter semester to 15.74 per cent.

Chaldeans Mensah Chief Returning Officer

Alan Honey DRO

Jessica Grayson DRO

Candence Konopaki DRO

STUDENTS’ COUNCIL

John Vandenbeld, Chair Oct 2008-Present

Spencer Bennet, CCC Oct 2010-Apr 2011

Matthew Bissett, CCC Oct 2010-Sep 2011

Jed Johns, CCC Oct 2010-Sep 2011

Joseph Kubelka, CCC Oct 2010-Mar 2011

Russel McQuatt, CCC Oct 2010-Sep 2011

Kinni Sandhar, CCC Oct 2010-Nov 2010

Josh Stock, CCC Oct 2010-Sep 2011

Jocelyn Turner, CCC Oct 2010-Mar 2011

Shawn Dunington, MSC Oct 2010-Sep 2011

Trevor Fisher, CFAC Oct 2010-Feb 2011

Stephen Strand, CFAC Oct 2010-Dec 2010

Caitlyn Bauer, CFAC Mar 2011-Sep 2011

Cameron Johnson, CCC Mar 2011-Sep 2011

Kassie Russell, CCC Feb 2011-Apr 2011

Dan St. Pierre, CCC Mar 2011-Sep 2011

Kristin Howard, MSC Jan 2011-Feb 2011

Carla Winter, MSC Jun 2011-Sep 2011

Max Yuan, MSC May 2011-Sep 2011

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

Nils Holmgren President

Jamie Fraleigh VP Operations and Finance

John-Paul Hermano VP Academic

Kerri Hartman VP Campus Life

ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

GENERAL MANAGER

Keith Andony

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

Mara Rodriguez

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Alan Honey

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS

Sheena Schnell

MANAGER SAM CENTRE

Naomi Mison

BOOKKEEPER

Michael Glazier

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

DIRECTOR

Leanne Olson

MANAGER, MSC

Jessica Grayson

MANAGER, CFAC

Cadence Konopaki

MANAGER, ACC

Michelle Fetzko

Lindsay Crowe

EVENTS MANAGER

Craig Berry

CLUBS MANAGER

Maureen Workman

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CLUBS 2010-2011

Aboriginal Students Club Aboriginal Students Club (SC) Acupuncture Awareness Society Bake Sale Club CFACBioLifeBlood AmbassadorsBusiness Academic and Recreation Social Club (SC)Campus AlphaCatholics on CampusCharities For Kids MSCChild & Youth Care Club (CYC) 2011Child & Youth Care Club (CYC) SCChinese Students and Scholars Club Christian Student MinistriesClassics Club CEIBA Commerce ClubDesign Students’ Organization (DSO) CFAC Education Undergraduate Society English Brigade Grant MacEwan Fastball Holistic Health Practitioner ClubHuman Resources Management Student Society (HRMSS)InQUEERies Club International Students Club MSCInvestigations Grad CommitteeLatter Day Saint Student Organization (LDSSO) Lebanese Cultural Assembly MacEwan Anthropological Students’ SocietyMacEwan Banghra Club MacEwan Club de Espanol MacEwan Common Ground MacEwan Economics Club MacEwan Indian Student Club MISAMacEwan International Student Club MacEwan Jugglers of MacEwan: Juggling ClubMacEwan Premed Society MacEwan Progressive Conservative ClubMacEwan’s C.R.I.T.I.C.S.MangAnime Club Massage Therapy Grad CommitteeMusic is a Weapon (MIAW) Muslim Students’ Organization (MSO) Nursing Intake Grad CommitteeNursing(BScN) Grad Fundraising Group

Philosophy Reading ClubPhysical Education and Recreation Organization of StudentsPre-Optometry ClubSocial Justice GroupSocial Work Grad Committee (SC)Society of Chemistry, Earth Science and PhysicsSociology Club Student Undergraduate Nurses Students Food Security FundraisersStudents’ Psychology Network (SPN) Take a BowThe Future PartyThe Political Science Club of MacEwan Travel Counsellors Club United Nations Club (UN) What’s the Scene? World University Service of Canada (WUSC) MacEwan German ClubYoung Liberals of Grant MacEwanStudents In Free Enterprise (SIFE)Drama Club

GLOBAL PROJECTS

As a strong supporter of international involvement and multicultural values, the SA is committed to being a good world neighbor. Global Projects focuses on raising awareness of global, social and political issues. It also promotes events and activities that allow students to share ideas and promote cultural diversity on campus. The Sudanese Book Drive and Global Awareness Week are just a few instances students can get involved and discover ways to make a difference on a global scale.

HEALTH & DENTAL

The health and dental plan saw its biggest increase in usage since its conception in 1995. In light of the increase in usage, Gallivan (the student insurance provider) decided to improve communications by using social mediums and updating their website. These changes have not only increased sustainability, but have also allowed students to opt-out, add on or submit claims online.

The cost of the health and dental plan is included in each student’s institutional fees provided they meet the eligibility enrolment criteria: •areamemberoftheStudents’ Association, •areenrolledinanapplicableprogram, •meetthefull-timecriteria,and •areresidinginCanada.

THE GRIFF

In the spring of 2011, after much deliberation and student feedback, MacEwan University’s student newspaper (previously named Intercamp) changed its moniker to the griff. With the change came a new line-up of editors and a newer, sleeker minimalist layout. Like its predecessor, the griff is dedicated to covering stories that are relevant to the students of MacEwan University from a fair and balanced perspective. the griff is a publication by the stu-dents, for the students.

SERVICES

ADOPT-A-FAMILY

Adopt-A-Family is committed to sponsoring families in need within the MacEwan community. Over the course of the 2010-2011 year, The SA was able to offer 30 students and their families bursary cheques totaling $5,450. Funds were raised through event opportunities such as Bowl-O-Rama ($5,340) and Adapt-A-Painting ($4,675). The SA was also awarded the Community Spirit Grant by the Alberta Government in the amount of $6600. This money will be used towards future bursaries.

STUDENT FOOD BANK

The Students’ Association understands the financial burden of being a post-secondary student. Once a MacEwan student expresses need, the Student Food Bank provides that stu-dent with Safeway gift certificates and food ham-pers each month. Events such as the Food Tower Contest and student tours are held throughout the year to raise awareness and gather donations. Non-perishable food items and toiletries can be donated at all campuses in the Student Food Bank bins or at any SA office.

CLUBS

The Students’ Association clubs and fundraising groups supplement the educational process by offering recreational activities and social events for MacEwan students. These clubs are formed to fulfill a common interest amongst a group of students. The Students’ Association clubs are governed by established policy and procedures.

ISPP

The International Student Partnership Program (ISPP) matches domestic students with international students to enrich their experience at MacEwan by developing friendships and support networks. Events such as Coffee Hour and Make a Connection builds these relationships, which last well after the academic year is over. Students can sign up for this service or volunteer by visiting the City Centre Campus SA office or contacting the ISPP coordinator.

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SWAT

The Social Wellness Awareness Team focuses on promoting positive and responsible social attitudes to all members of the MacEwan community. The SWAT coordinator organizes events and speakers that tackle issues as critical analysis of world politics, active citizenship, transportation and consumerism. Some events include a cancer fundraiser called Design Your Dome and Gender Bender.

U-PASS

Edmonton area “U-Pass” is a transit program providing full-time post-secondary students with unlimited access to regular Edmonton, St. Albert Transit and Strathcona County Transit services during fall and winter academic terms. The U-Pass program is a partnership of local municipalities, post-secondary institutions and their student governments.

Participation in the U-Pass program is available to any publicly funded post-secondary institutions in the Edmonton region which have been included by Alberta Learning in their “Six Sector” classification model. During the fall semester, the U-pass pick up rate was 87 per cent, whereas winter semester saw a decrease in the pick–up rate to 79 per cent.

SERVICES CONT.

PEER SUPPORT

Peer Support is a volunteer operated program that connects students with peer counsellors. Additionally, Peer Support plans workshops surrounding health and wellness, sexuality, and identity. Peer Support offices are available at CCC, MSC and CFAC. Referrals to alternative professional services within the campus and community are provided if necessary.

SAFEWALK

This program allows students to feel secure when walking after hours. Upon request, a trained co-ed Safe Walk team will walk students to any desired destination within 15 blocks from campus or ride the LRT with them to their destination. SafeWalk was available in the evenings from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday.

SAM CENTRE

The SAM Centre went through a transformation over this academic year. It saw a change in merchandise, look and feel. Club operations moved to the SAM Centre to allow for more efficient access to accounting. The Student Consignment Artwork program was re-invigorated to give students a chance to make money, while displaying their art. Overall, the SAM Centre saw an increase of $30,000 in revenue over the 2010-2011 academic year.

SUSTAINABILITY

In order to follow in the footsteps of our namesake, Dr. MacEwan, the SA promotes positive social, economic and ecological initiatives. The focus of sustainability is motivated by a deep respect for nature, innovation, integrity, and an understanding of humanity’s vital role in providing a sustainable future for forthcoming generations.

CITY CENTRE CAMPUS

FRESH MEET MUSIC FESTIVAL

This is the Students’ Association annual welcome-back event for all students. It is typically held on the front lawn of the City Centre Campus. Sixteen vendors, ranging from cell phone companies and bars to non-profits such as Big Brother Big Sister and Don’t Be A Tosser, come out to help promote this two-day event. Several bands and DJ’s took the stage with local talent Christian Hansen & the Autistics as the headline act. Though the event was well executed, attendance was lower than anticipated due to the poor weather. However, based on feedback, this was the only major downfall to the event. A stronger turn-out is anticipated for following years.

DINNER AND A MOVIE

Students and non-students alike can catch a movie and enjoy an Aramark catered meal for $5.25. This initiative works to generate a sense of community within MacEwan, while also sympathizing with the student budget. Films shown have included the A-Team, Due Date, and True Grit. The event is held in the Multi-Purpose Room and is growing in popularity with MacEwan moviegoers.

STRESS LESS

Formally known as Buck Off, Stress Less is an annual event committed to helping students relax before the panic of final exams. This year Stress Less included sumo wrestling costumes, free healthy lunches, arcade games, air brush tattoos, henna tattoos, massages, a comedy act, and featured the band Sister Grey. The SA also encouraged students to seek resources to help them handle their anxiety in positive ways, such as utilizing time management techniques and exercising.

ALBERTA COLLEGE CAMPUS

PING PONG TOURNAMENT

One of the most successful Alberta College Campus events is the annual ping-pong tournament. Over 20 students participated in this event and many spectators came to watch the rivalries play out. This event really strived to unite the student-body and promote physical activity. The tournament is anticipated to be a success in future years.

CULTURAL SHOWCASE

The Cultural Showcase is a fashion show, which features students of all nationalities displaying their heritage through the showcasing of a fashion or a talent. Although MacEwan International Office hosts this event, the Students’ Association participates in collaboration by taking on responsibilities associated with the event, such as marketing or sponsorship. This event had a higher participation level than any other Alberta College event. SPRING BARBECUE

The purpose of the Spring Barbecue is to welcome new students who are arriving for the spring semester. This event was promoted through word of mouth, in addition to posters in high traffic locations throughout the college. Food was ordered for 400 students, and this year Halal burgers were requested by the large Muslim population on campus. Aramark was able to accommodate these students’ dietary needs and the event was quite successful.

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CENTRE FOR THE ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

THE SIDESHOW

The Sideshow was the Centre for the Arts’ version of Halloween. Marketing was an important part of this event. Initially posters were put around the campus simply stating ‘The Sideshow’ on them. In the week leading up to the event there were two street level marketing events where staff and volunteers dressed up in freakshow-esque outfits and wandered the halls. Lastly, a week before the event, new posters were put up stating the time, date and location along with the title ‘The Sideshow’.

The cafeteria was decorated in a circus theme (including a patchwork wall). The event started with a well-attended Halloween costume contest. About 30 students participated dressed in everything from the Mario Brothers to ‘A Fan’ to Iron Man (winning costume).

Following this there was a 3-stage improvisation event. One stage had MacEwan musicians, a second stage had two Rapid Fire Theatre improvisers and the third was an overhead projector used by MacEwan Fine Art students. One at a time each stage was given a theme to work with. For example, the musicians might have been given the theme of ‘jealousy’ and jammed together on that theme. In the same light if either of the other stages had been given that theme, the artists would have collaborated on an overhead depiction of their interpretation of ‘jeal-ousy’ and the RFT improvisers would have put on a short sketch.

The event was very highly received and most staff and students said it was a great showcaseof student abilities and had a ‘coffee house’ feel to it.

BREAKFAST CLUB

The Breakfast Club, a small and repeated event, not only helps provide a healthy start to the day for students, but also promotes the Peer Support program and their activities.

The Lifestyle and Wellbeing program sets up a breakfast table in the cafeteria providing free cereal and milk to any students who needed breakfast. The September Breakfast Club had over 150 bowls of cereal distributed. Staff and volunteers were on hand to tell students about the Student Food Bank program, upcoming SA activities on campus as well as address any questions, comments or concerns students had. Students’ were always excited and grateful for a free breakfast and it was an excellent opportunity to engage students one-on-one.

EAT LOCAL WEEK

This week long event promoted healthy eating and brought awareness to food and sustainability issues in Edmonton. It was an opportunity for students to meet farmers from the surrounding areas face-to-face, hear their stories and see their love for good food. Students’ took away the knowledge that eating local and organic is a positive change tomake, not only health wise, but also culturally and economically.

Local farmers as well as non-profit organizations came to the Centre for the Arts Campus at Grant MacEwan University during “Eating Local Week”, March 7th-11th, 2011. The organizations that were involved in this event were:

•RiverbendGardens(www.riverbendgardens.ca)•Doef’sGreenhouses: (www.doefsgreenhouses.com)•SlowFoodEdmonton: (www.slowfoodedmonton.ca)•LiveLocalAlberta(www.live-local.ca)

With the help of the SA’s Health & Wellness grant, farmers were able to give away their local, organic, healthy produce to students in order to promote eating local, starting a healthy lifestyle, and making sustainable choices. There was also a large display on ‘Why Eat Local?’ and ‘Farmer’s Markets’.

Throughout this week healthy recipes were gathered from students/farmer’s/local organizations to create a “MacEwan Cookbook” at the end of April. Proceeds from this cookbook will go to Adopt-A-Family starting in September 2011.

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SOUTH CAMPUS

BRAS ACROSS THE BRIDGE

Bras Across The Bridge is an awareness campaign geared towards fundraising and supporting those effected by breast cancer. MacEwan’s South Campus collected more bras for the event than any other organization in Edmonton, and was awarded for their efforts by the local radio station The Bounce.

Since 2009, the number of volunteers participating in the event has doubled. A large reason for the in-creased volunteerism is active recruitment at larger events, and the continued focus on offering new op-portunities to the student body.

SEXUAL HEALTH WEEK

The Sexual Health Week was a great success and one that will continue and expand in future years. In collaboration with Options, The Birth Control Centre, The STD Centre, and The Traveling Tickle Trunk, Sexual Health Week offered students plenty of useful infor-mation while remaining laid back and fun. The SA received very encouraging and positive feedback in regard to this event via our event feedback forms.

HERE COMES THE SUN

This year the end-of-year barbecue was incorporated with the sustainability/eat local week. Over 400 students were in attendance and all feedback received was positive, particularly about the combining of sustainability with the celebration of a year well done. Scott Cook and Myrol performed for the many students in attendance.

BANNER NIGHT WINNERS

STUDENT OF THE YEAR

Stephen Deutsch

SPIRIT OF MACEWAN

Design Students Organization

CAMPUS CHAMPION MSC

Chris Hancock

CAMPUS CHAMPION CFAC

Sean Groten

CAMPUS CHAMPION ACC

Brittney Moxcey

CAMPUS CHAMPION CCC

Abdinassir Sagar

CLUB OF THE YEAR

InQueeries

OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION

TO FOOD BANK

Trisha Miller


TO GLOBAL PROJECTS

Zahra Wazir


TO INTERCAMP

Tisha Raj


TO ISPP

Daniela Rivera


TO PEER SUPPORT, CCC

David Burrill

OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO PEER SUPPORT, MSC

Aleshia Rude


TO PEER SUPPORT, CFAC

Sean Groten


TO SAFEWALK

Dustin Gehrig


TO SUSTAINABILITY

Peter Whyte


TO SWAT

Russell McQuatt

STUDENTS’ COUNCILOR AWARDS

Caitlin Bauer

Daniel St. Pierre

Cameron Johnson

Jed Johns

Kassie Russell

Matthew Bissett

Max Yuan

Russell McQuatt

Spencer Bennett

Kristin Howard

Joseph Kubelka

Kinni Sandhar

Jocelyn Turner

Trevor Fisher

Stephen Strand

Ben Solowan

STUDENTS ’ COUNCILOR OF THE YEAR

Jed Johns

AWARD OF EXCELLENCE – PLATINUM

Josh Stock

Curtis Hilman

Kevin Penny

STUDENT ELECTIONS

The 2010-2011 Students’ Council and Executive Council elections saw rigorous campaigns conducted by all the student candidates. The fall 2010 Students’ Council elections were contended by eleven candidates for the twelve seats on the Association’s highest governing body.

All candidates were successful in attaining the required majority of afirmative votes. A referendum to approve a new fee of $4.50 per student per term, used to establish the Student Success Bursary, was conducted in conjunction with the fall elections. The student membership approved the new fee, with 71.6% voting in favour.

The winter 2011 Executive Council elections had eleven students in the running for one of four executive positions. The turnout for this election was 15.74%, an increase over the previous Executive Election years (13.12% in 2010 and 14.28% in 2009).

Elections were conducted online with electronic ballots that were accessible by students through the ‘mymacewan.ca’ portal. Polling booths were also located at City Centre Campus, MacEwan South Campus, and Centre for the Arts Campus.

The Chief Returning Officer of the Association, Dr. Chaldeans Mensah, summarized the Winter Executive 2011 Election as such: “Overall… this election was characterized by transparency, serious debate about issues affecting students and the strategic directions of the students’ association.”

JED JOHNS Students’ Councilor, 2010-2011

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, 2010 - 2011

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, 2010 - 2011

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