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Chieff Bosompra recalls spending lots of time with his grandmother Lucy, growing up in Accra, Ghana’s capital.
Alexandra Holyk
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Hit hard by COVID-19 one year ago, vaccinations bring hope for Ukrainian-Canadian LTC home
TORONTO -- Toronto student Sophia Holowaty has always had a very close relationship with her great-grandmother. But they haven’t seen each other in person since last November.
SUSK to launch new networking program for post-secondary students
The Ukrainian Canadian Students’ Union (SUSK) is set to launch its latest initiative called SUSK Connect, pairing post-secondary students with professionals in various fields on March 15.
The Crimean Platform: A step in the right direction to de-occupy Crimea
Educators and leaders from around the world highlighted the efforts and next steps surrounding the Crimean Platform and the Russian occupation of the region during a panel discussion led by the Mission of Ukraine to the EU and the Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) on Feb. 25.
A ‘sloppy second’ chance for self-expression
On a summer night in 2020, Quintin Ermes could be found sitting on the floor in his shared townhouse near Queen Street and Ossington Avenue, drinking a glass of Jackson-Triggs merlot boxed wine and hand-decorating paper bags.
Happy anniversary: One year since Rye dumped the RSU
On Jan. 24, 2020, Ryerson University announced it was terminating its 1986 Operating Agreement with the Ryerson Students’ Union (RSU).
What the RSU needs to rise from its ruins
Former RSU presidents weigh in on what it would take for the union to regain trust with its students.
Here's how Ontario's new restrictions affect Ryerson
Ryerson community members are asked to continue refraining from coming to campus unless it’s necessary, after Premier Doug Ford unveiled new restrictions on Jan. 12, in addition to Ontario’s ongoing lockdown.
MUSA makes the best of COVID-19
Like many other organizations, the McMaster Ukrainian Students’ Association (MUSA) has moved to a virtual setting due to the pandemic. However, the club’s online events have allowed students from post-secondary institutions across the country to participate in their Ukrainian culture and heritage.
Student Voice Episode 5: New year, new national coordinator
In this episode of Student Voice, SUSK "Student" editor Alexandra Holyk breaks down the role of the national coordinator, with a special interview with SUSK's new national coordinator herself, Danya Wasylyk.
RSU’s first BoD meeting of 2021 sees ratification of new BoG student rep
At the Ryerson Students’ Union (RSU) Board of Directors’ (BoD) meeting on Monday, a motion was passed to ratify MJ Wright as the new Board of Governors’ (BoG) representative.
Kontakt Next Gen: December 31, 2020 Interview with My Baba's Kitchen
Alexandra Holyk interviews Erika Malynowskyj-Foxton on her catering company — My Baba's Kitchen, located in Barrie, Ont.
SUSK Student/Студент Christmas Issue 2020
In the latest issue of Student, we hear from our current and past student membership about their side hustles, small businesses and ideas for supporting themselves and keeping busy during the pandemic. We also find out what SUSK's executives enjoy doing during Christmas time, and how they're adapting to a COVID-19 Christmas. Don't forget to check out and support SUSK's Koliada campaign!
The story of ‘My Baba’s Kitchen’ in Barrie, Ont.
The pandemic imposed many challenges on small businesses over the past few months. However, it also allowed one Ukrainian catering company in the northern Greater Toronto Area to flourish.
My Baba’s Kitchen in Barrie, Ont. is based on traditional Ukrainian recipes passed on through generations. Though only several months old, it has served as a go-to company for comfort meals in the Ukrainian cottage country — Cawaja Beach and Hawkestone – Oro Medonte.
SUSK to launch virtual Koliada campaign
The Ukrainian Canadian Students’ Union (SUSK) will be launching a virtual Koliada campaign during the month of January.
The campaign is open to all Ukrainian post-secondary student organizations part of SUSK’s membership, which includes more than 25 university and college clubs across the country.
BREAKING: RSU board member impeached
A motion to remove and impeach Board of Governors’ (BoG) student representative David Jardine from the Ryerson Students’ Union (RSU) Board of Directors (BoD) was passed at the Dec. 19 BoD meeting.
RSU Dec. 18 BoD meeting announces removal of board member
Not one motion was on the agenda at the Ryerson Students’ Union (RSU) Board of Directors’ (BoD) meeting on Dec. 18 until RSU president Ali Yousaf announced the proposed removal of Board of Governors’ (BoG) student representative David Jardine.
SUSK Student Voice Episode 4: Have a Holly Jolly SUSKmas
In the Christmas Special episode of Student Voice, hear from all of this year's executives! Stephanie, Chase, Irina, Marc, Devon, Raya, Maya, Nykola, Danya, Nastia, Kira, Larisa, Roman and Alexandra share their favourite holiday traditions and how they're planning on adapting to a COVID-19 Christmas. To sign-up for SUSK's Koliada Campaign, please email your regional VP (vp-east@susk.ca, vp-central@susk.ca, vp-west@susk.ca).
Should I stay or should I go: Rye students unsure about going home for winter break
With the fall semester coming to an end, Ryerson students in and outside of residence are questioning whether to go home for the winter break during the pandemic.
Alexandra Holyk Interviews SUSK Executives on their Koliada Campaign
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