Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies Student Union (GSWSSU)
The Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies Student Union (GSWSSU) has strong visions for the upcoming school year at Simon Fraser University. This student union aims to bring the department, its faculty, and students together in order to create connection, inclusivity, and representation to marginalized groups in a safe space.
Previously, this has been pursued through events like career nights, trivia nights, movie nights, french fry socials, fundraisers, and much more! Our goal is to continue these types of events and to also bring in new and fun things to do in the upcoming year.
Any GSWS major, minor, joint major, or student taking at least one GSWS class can join the GSWS Student Union! The perks include: making a difference in the SFU community, making new friends, being a part of something greater, and having fun! Elected executives also get volunteer experience on their Co-Curricular record!
GSWSSU meetings are held on Zoom. If anyone wants to join a meeting, they can reach out to our Instagram @gswssu_sfu or email gswssu@gmail.com and we will directly send them the link.
We invite you to check out our socials for all the latest updates and on how to be a part of the GSWSSU!
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GSWS Student Union Executive
President (Chair)
Julia Mosi
My name is Julia Mosi (she/her) and I am a third year psychology major hoping to minor in both GSWS and sociology. I have loved being part of the GSWSSU since 2021, as it has allowed me connect with other students within the program and ensure that we have an inclusive and supportive space for every GSWS student. As Chair, I look forward to continue helping students feel involved and heard on campus, so that they can get the most out of their studies!
Vice President
Brooke Barnett
Hey! My name is Brooke Barnett (she/they) and I am a third year student majoring in GSWS! I joined GSWSSU because I found it was a great way for me to get involved with the school as well as a fantastic way to meet new people with similar interests as me! I found that this was also a way I could aid in providing a safe space for those at SFU; showing that there can be inclusive spaces for everyone!
Secretary
Annika Plus
Hi! my name is Annika Puls (they/them), and I am a fourth year GSWS and Political Science major, as well as a Social Data Analytics minor. I joined the GSWSSU because I wanted to play a more active role in creating fun, safe, and welcoming spaces for GSWS students. I am so excited to work with the union and engage more with the GSWS community as a whole!
Treasurer
Krystal Issa
Hi! I’m Krystal Issa (She/her), a fourth year psychology major and GSWS minor. I’m really excited to be apart of the GSWS union and have the role as secretary. I look forward to making new friends, engaging in what I love, and helping others do the same too!
Communications Coordinator
Ashley Flett
Hi! My name is Ashley Flett (they/she) and I'm a third year philosophy major minoring in GSWS. I have been involved in the union for a year but am excited to be the new Communications Coordinator for GSWSSU!
Events Coordinator
Gurleen Dhaliwal
Hey! I am Gurleen Dhaliwal (she/her) and I am a third-year GSWS major. I joined the GSWS union because I wanted to make a difference in other's perspectives regarding our department. I hope to make an inclusive place to allow positive experiences with our events!
Events Coordinator
Gurnoor Nijjar
Hi! I’m Noor Nijjar (she/her) and I am in my fourth year doing a Biomedical Physiology Major and extended GSWS Minor. I have been part of the GSWSSU since 2022 and have loved it. I joined the union to develop a more inclusive space for students to have fun and engage with their peers, all while munching on some snacks!
SFSS Council Representative
Jasleen Dhami
My name is Jasleen Dhami (she/her)! I am majoring in Political Science and minoring in Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies. I am so excited to be serving as the GSWS Student Union SFSS Council Representative! I look forward to representing the voices and interests of the students in our department.
Social Media Manager
Lindsay Dober
Hello! My name is Lindsay Dober (she/her), I’m majoring in GSWS with a minor in Psychology and I’m excited to be a part of the GSWSSU. I look forward to my continued learnings on intersectionality, sexuality, and gender throughout the next few years! I hope to connect with fellow feminists and bring folks together through sharing content on social media and at the union’s events.
Social Media Manager
Kady Viernes
Hello! My name is Kady Viernes (she/her) and I am a third year joint English and GSWS major. I’m excited to be joining the GSWSSU team in actively participating in social justice movements. From theory to practice, I’m eager to take what we learn in our classrooms into the everyday activism of our campus. I look forward to connecting and engaging with our community in equitable ways.