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The Power of Investment: How the Toldo Lancer Centre is Transforming Athletics and Student Life at the University of Windsor
By: Naz Buhagiar Walking through the University of Windsor’s state-of-the-art Toldo Lancer Centre, it’s hard not to notice the gleaming new equipment, café, amenities, and pristine hardwood courts. More than just a modern sports facility, the Toldo Lancer Centre represents a significant investment in the university’s vision for student-athlete success. This transformative space fosters a culture of well-being, achievement, and community that extends far beyond the immediate campus context. The Toldo Lancer Centre also serves as the home for all University of Windsor convocation ceremonies. It is a hub for student engagement, offering athletic opportunities, wellness programs and recreational activities
The University of Windsor Student Alliance
The University of Windsor Student Alliance (UWSA) are gearing up to host their second concert, “Coming Home Music Festival," on October 26th, starring the rapper Swae Lee. “It's going to be big; it's going to be fun and honestly, it's going to get people really excited to come back home to Windsor,” says UWSA president Ghallia Hashem. The UWSA is responsible for student events and many student support services, like the Peer Support Center, food Pantry, Pride Center, Afrofest, Woman Center, etc... Menura de Silva an undergraduate student in the Communication, Media and Film program says, “looking back at
Student Encampment Ends With an Agreement
The students involved in the Pro-Palestine student encampment plan to ensure that the University of Windsor acts on the agreement that they reached. Earlier this month the University of Windsor’s administration sent an email announcing that they reached two agreements with the people of the student encampment and the UWSA. The student encampment has since been removed. “Both agreements outline steps for enhancements, aligning with Aspire's commitments to becoming a more equitable, diverse, inclusive, and just institution, and the University’s ongoing efforts to combat all forms of identity-based violence and discrimination, especially for those affected by the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.”
Declutter for Good: Where to Donate as You Move Out!
Students at the University of Windsor are getting ready to move out of their accommodations as the Winter semester ends, finding themselves with a pile of items they no longer need. Instead of throwing these things away, why not donate them to someone in need? Here are some resources for students looking to make donations before moving out.
The Impact of the University of Windsor’s Food Pantry
The University of Windsor's student-run food pantry is transforming its offerings, engaging students in evolving their selections and collaborating to address campus food insecurity. Ghallia Hashem, the University of Windsor’s Student Alliance (UWSA) president says there is in an increase in students using the student-run food pantry. "We started the food pantry this summer for this year, and there was an exponential uptick in the number of people who would stop by and take items, compared to last year," Hashem shares. This demand is reflected in the statistics – on average, around 80 people visited the food bank, depleting groceries
The VP Student Life disqualified following UWSA election committee unanimous decision
The University of Windsor's Student Alliance's (UWSA) Election Committee disqualified the Vice President of Student Life, Veronica Beia. The committee released a statement to the UWSA's Instagram on Sunday evening, citing a breach of the election policy. The statement says the decision cannot be appealed. 794 votes were cast for the position. Beia won with 340 votes. The statement mentioned a breach of Section 70: Campaigning Rules. The election committee unanimously voted and overturned the original ruling of CRO and disqualified the candidate. Section 70.01 Campaigning states three points that must be followed: Pre-campaigning Responsibility Rules of Fair
The Lance is Hiring Student Journalists
The Lance is hiring two new journalists. It is an in-person and remote contract position for approximately 4-months. The deadline to apply is January 30, 2023. All applicants must apply by sending their resume, cover letter and a sample of their work (if applicable) with the subject line “Journalist Application – The Lance” to editor@thelance.ca. Reporting to the News Director, The Lance Journalist is responsible for the composition of news stories that are objective, balanced, pertinent and without bias to students at the University of Windsor and the wider community. This includes covering on-campus events, elections, administration meetings, sporting events,
International EDM artist James Hype to headline UWSA’s FrostFest concert
World-renowned EDM artist James Hype is set to headline the stage at this year’s FrostFest, hosted by the University of Windsor Students’ Alliance on Feb. 5. Hype is known for his newest remix, “Ferrari” and other songs like “Disconnected,” featuring Tita Lau, and his follow-up, “Good Luck” featuring Pia Mia. Local talent from Windsor-Essex have joined the lineup to open this year’s FrostFest concert. University of Windsor alumni DJ Josh Karmin and DJ Kirzy are set to take the stage before James Hype for an electrifying performance. The FrostFest concert – held annually to kick off the winter semester –
Check out the Womxn’s Centre – A safe haven designed for students on campus
The Womxn’s Centre is a University of Windsor Student Alliance (UWSA) service, providing a safe space and welcoming environment for people of all backgrounds and expressions. It has many resources for various programs and centers around Windsor that focus specifically on gender-based issues and support for women at all stages of life. The mission statement of the Womxn’s Centre: “Advocacy of the fundamental rights of womankind, to educate others on issues surrounding women and to promote and enhance the status of women.” The Womxn's Centre staff consists of 15 student volunteers The centre works alongside the Office of Sexual Violence
Plan of Action: Dealing with the safety concerns on campus
The University of Windsor witnessed several safety concerns on campus after two students were reportedly followed to their cars late at night in October. It happened on consecutive days, late at night. According to the official report released by the UWSA on Tuesday, 4th October, the first incident happened on Monday, around 11 pm, after which it was reported to the campus police. "There was a female on campus that a hooded man unfortunately chased to her car, and this incident happened twice," stated Alanna, the current UWSA president. The public statement made by the director of campus police, Matthew