The GSA-UW serves graduate students and works to enhance the quality of their academic and social experience and promote their well-being. In this effort, the GSA-UW draws on the strengths of graduate students to conduct research, identify the social, financial, academic, environmental, and physiological barriers facing them, and envision a future for graduate education that is more accessible and equitable.
Equity
The GSA Equity Strategy, supported by the Equity Coordinator, is now entering Phase 2. See progress and accomplishments of this work.
A virtual space for BIPOC graduate students. Join the community on Discord!
Housing
On this webpage, we provide information for students looking for housing, and about the GSA’s advocacy for affordable housing in Waterloo Region.
Labour
This page offers important resources for better acquainting yourself with the graduate student worker position.
The GSA Council has endorsed the formation of a union to represent graduate student teaching and research assistants and sessional instructors.
International Students
A virtual space for International graduate students that offers a student blog, wellness resources, a Discord community, and more!
Technical Reports
Research reports to identify issues impacting graduate students and to influence the GSA’s advocacy and strategic objectives.