#SherYourStory: Leia's Journey

“My journey to Canada was an unexpected one but also a rough one to speak. This was because, at that point in time, I was unsure about my career, what I wanted to do, and where I wanted to go, but I knew I didn’t want to stay where I lived. As a solo female leaving my little island of Trinidad and Tobago, transitioning to a cold climate country is both a huge culture shock and a shift in general.”

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What's New @ the SSU: July 2022

This month our student leaders made their mark on campus by speaking at a variety of events focused on advocating for improved student experiences. From introducing our Building Positive Spaces Kits on campus to joining over 200 leaders at the International Student Voices Summit, we are proud to share that July was a collection of powerful opportunities and fun engagements that amplified student voices and will shape your Sheridan Life for years to come. Curious what your student leaders have been up to this month? Let’s take a look!

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How To Advocate for Indigenous Students @ Sheridan

“I think one of the coolest things I learned during this event was that Chelsea was instrumental in advocating for the Centre of Indigenous Learning and Support at Davis. It’s still so inspiring to know that because of “the girl that didn’t take no for an answer,” current and future Sheridan students can now find solace and comfort here”.

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National Coming Out Day 2021: More Than Just a Day

“I don’t think National Coming Out Day should be about pressuring people out of the closet though, which unfortunately I’ve seen happen in the past. Everyone's story is different, and everyone is on a different point in their journey; sharing our experiences can helps us feel connected and inspired – and even if you don’t have a story to share yet, it doesn’t mean this day isn’t for you.”

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Here's What You Should Know About Virtual Campaigning

“I know it can be nerve-wracking to launch a virtual campaign, especially if it’s your first occasion; but, it doesn’t have to be that way. Here’s everything I learn along the way”.

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What To Prepare For Going Into The Elections Process

Running for a position on the SSU Board of Directors is a great way to get involved at Sheridan, enhance the well-being of your peers, and shape the #SheridanLife. Whether you’ve submitted a nominations package, or you’re deciding whether you’d like to, we wanted to put together a list of helpful tricks to support you through the process, and prioritize your overall wellness.

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Perks of Being on The Board- Kashyap

When I filled out my election package first in 2020 for the 2020-21 elections, I had many doubts and fears as an international student, who was also enrolled in one of the harder programs but believe me when I say that all this time has been worth it.

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How I Ran A Successful Virtual Campaign

This past April, I went through the process of nominations, campaigning, voting, and elections all virtually which may seem daunting if you’re starting to think about doing it for yourself but, don’t fret! I’m here to share a brief rundown on some challenges I faced, things I loved, and a few things that I learned along the way. Let’s go!

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