September was a busy and successful month for the HUCSC, with strong student engagement across O-Week, campus events, clubs, and social media. The General Assembly approved the 2026–2027 Executive Roadmap, updated bylaws, and an amended budget allocating $18,000 to a new Operating Stability Reserve and an additional $7,000 to the Huron Ball. Myles Hutchins was also elected as the BHTS Representative, and the renewed BHTS Memorandum of Understanding was approved.

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Review the official minutes from the HUCSC General Assembly meeting held on August 16, 2026.
The minutes include updates from the HUCSC Executive and General Assembly representatives.
They cover ongoing advocacy, events, communications, finance, and student affairs initiatives.
The document also records motions discussed and decisions made during the meeting.

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The July 5th HUCSC General Assembly meeting focused on preparations for the upcoming school year, including student events, O-Week programming, club support, and the transition from Bounce to Showpass. Key motions passed included appointing new legal counsel, updating the HUCSC Constitution to reflect changes in GA membership, and approving the formation of standing committees.

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The HUCSC wrapped up the 2025–2026 year by reviewing major successes, approving the 2026–2027 budget, increasing compensation for several council roles, and formally transitioning to the incoming General Assembly and executive team. Highlights included record attendance and fundraising at events, $16,000 saved through partnerships, strong growth in communications and Beaver Dam sales, expanded portfolio and scholarship funding, and the creation or renaming of several representative and management positions. All 15 motions presented at the meeting passed.

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The HUCSC General Assembly met on February 1, 2026 over Zoom with quorum present. The main item of discussion was the appointment of a new Vice-President Student Affairs following Sophia Aitken’s resignation (officially January 29, after completing duties December 1). Members raised questions about transparency, the interim election process, and bylaws, and it was clarified that because the bylaws do not outline a specific procedure for this situation and given the timing of the resignation, the Executive team internally elected Bella Buckley, previously AVP Student Affairs, due to her familiarity with the role and capacity to take it on. Bella will assume the position for the full term (not interim), her Philosophy Representative seat will be vacated, and it was noted that the publicly available GA Minutes will serve as notification to students alongside any further communications

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The HUCSC GA met to review executive updates, confirm upcoming events, and address advocacy and student-affairs initiatives. Several key policy changes were passed, including updates to elections, attendance, and marketing/AI disclosure rules, and a new BHTS representative was elected. The Assembly also passed a motion urging Western University to divest from companies involved in human rights violations

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The HUCSC GA met on September 21, 2025 to review extensive updates across Student Affairs, Events, Comms, Finance, and the Presidential portfolio, including major advocacy work (TLA paper, municipal strategy, content warnings), successful fall programming, strong OWeek/Clubs Week engagement, and increasing interest in scholarships and portfolio roles. Several motions passed, including increasing department rep seats, removing O’Canada from GA protocol, introducing rotating Land Acknowledgement assignments, updating clubs membership policy, formalizing annual harassment policy reviews, renaming Policy Papers to Advocacy Papers, and adjusting fall election dates to avoid conflict with Yom Kippur. No new business was raised, and the meeting was adjourned.

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The HUCSC GA (Aug 24, 2025) approved past minutes and heard updates on events, communications, finance, student affairs, and presidential projects. Highlights included planning cross-campus socials, launching the Beaver Pass discount program, cost savings for Huron Ball and Grad Banquet, new wellness and equity initiatives, and advocacy efforts. Two main discussions focused on cross-listing courses across modules and providing free textbooks through classroom visits. A new business item raised debate about playing O’Canada before meetings versus enhancing the Land Acknowledgement.

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The second summer meeting focused on advancing projects and approving major policy and financial updates:

• Student Affairs: Approved USC collaborations on advocacy policy papers, launched financial literacy guide, finalized Wellness kits and World Mental Health Day events, and expanded EDI initiatives.

• Events: Confirmed Huron Ball for November 14 at Lamplighters Inn (with major savings), finalized early-year events, and began planning Relay for Life and the Fashion Show.

• Communications: Released HUCSC Summer Series, expanded O-Week content, boosted social media engagement (52.5k views in July), and updated websites and GA placards.

• Finance & Administration: Started Beaver Dam training, signed audit agreement, began O-Week budgeting, prepared clubs training, and launched Truth & Reconciliation shirt project.

• Presidential: Advanced free textbook resource fair, Naloxone kit initiative, USC MOU, and fall advocacy day planning.

Motions Passed (all unanimously):

1. Expanded non-discrimination protections in the Clubs Policy.

2. Adoption of a standardized Club Ratification Checklist for transparency.

3. Endorsement of the 2025/26 Executive Roadmap.

4. Investment of $178,000 into a one-year RBC GIC (2.5% interest).

5. Budget amendment reinvesting $4,175 earned interest into audit fees.

6. Ratification of the 2025–2026 Legislative Calendar.

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The General Assembly kicked off summer with important portfolio updates and governance decisions:

• Events: Finalized O-Week presence, set the Huron Ball (Old Hollywood theme, November), Fashion Show theme (Phobias), and drafted the 2025–26 event calendar.

• Communications: Released policy papers, shared Spring Convocation content, launched Pride Month content, and revamped website/GA materials.

• Finance & Administration: Prepared Beaver Dam staffing, clubs training resources, and upcoming audits.

• Student Affairs: Announced monthly theme schedule, updated student resources, advanced advocacy on accessibility and teaching policy, and planned wellness and equity initiatives.

• Presidential: Continued advocacy (Article 18, Pay it Forward program), planning for O-Week, resource fair with free textbooks, and executive roadmap release.

Motions Passed:

• Renewal of McKenzie Lake Lawyers LLP as HUCSC’s legal counsel.

• Renewal of BDO Canada LLP as HUCSC’s accounting firm.

• Amendments to the Beaver Dam compensation policy, tying staff wages to minimum wage with proportional increases.

• Ratification of Standing Committees structure and membership process.

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The HUCSC met on April 27, 2025, wrapped up a successful year with reports highlighting record-breaking events, strong advocacy efforts, expanded communications, and a profitable Beaver Dam. Key motions passed included the 2025–26 budget, adoption of the Bounce platform for clubs, the new Strategic Plan (2025–2029), and the Career Development Policy Paper. Bonuses were approved for most executives except VP Events, and the HUCSC Teaching Award went to Prof. Matt Bazely. The meeting also confirmed the transition to the new 2025–26 General Assembly and executive team

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The HUCSC met at the Great Hall, approved the agenda and previous minutes, and celebrated Jayden Wright’s presidential win. Executive updates covered planning of events like the Sustainability Summit, Grad Banquet, and Late Night Against Procrastination. They discussed initiatives like the BIPOC & Religious Students Policy Paper, launched new social media campaigns, and finalized budget and merchandise updates. Several motions passed, including renaming a representative role, aligning the Speaker election with VP elections, nominating Dr. Kate Graham for the OUSA Teaching Award, and amending election policies about Leave of Absences for GA reps.

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The HUCSC General Assembly met at the Great Hall and approved the agenda and previous minutes. Executive reports covered planning for events like the Sustainability Summit, Frost Week, Grad Banquet, and Wellness initiatives. The meeting also featured USC President pitches, debate among presidential candidates (JW, RM, MB), and discussions around issues such as student resources, financial aid, housing, EDI efforts, and engagement strategies. Several motions were debated or passed, including the adoption of the BIPOC & Religious Students Policy Paper and renaming the English Department representative role. The meeting adjourned after a lengthy debate and Q&A session.

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The HUCSC met and approved the agenda and previous minutes. The President shared appreciation for active participation and announced continued work by the Advocacy Committee. The Speaker welcomed new members and shared updates about upcoming meetings and training. Executive updates covered ongoing events (like Huron Ball, Movember, and Grad Banquet planning), new merchandise, wellness initiatives (including mental health programming and equity efforts), and student feedback projects. Several motions were passed, including updates to the Election Policy, Marketing and Promotional Policy, and ratification of the Feedback Collection Guide.

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The HUCSC met and approved the agenda and past minutes. The President welcomed new members and encouraged joining the Advocacy Committee. Executive updates highlighted events like Pancakes with Professors, Fall Fest, and upcoming initiatives including Huron Ball, Valentine’s Day, and Wellness programming. Several motions passed, including banning paid candidate promotion, eliminating the presidential signature requirement for legislation, adding an Indigenous Representative role, amending club ratification dates, and updating marketing and promotional policies. The meeting adjourned with discussions about committee assignments and the addition of the Governance Coordinator role.

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The HUCSC met in-person, approved the agenda and minutes, and welcomed new members. Executive updates highlighted upcoming events such as the Pumpkin Carving Contest, Fall Fest, Women in Political Science Symposium, and World Mental Health Day. Promotions for events and campaigns are underway, while club activities are increasing with new clubs ratified. Motions passed included creating the Advocacy Committee, updating the Club Policy with a conflict of interest section, amending the legislative calendar, adding Burnlea Residence to election policies, and increasing Residence Representative seats from six to nine for better representation.

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The HUCSC met via Zoom, approved the edited agenda, and passed a motion to amend the residence representative distribution by including the newly built Burnlea Residence and adjusting representation for off-campus students. The meeting concluded with no new business.

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The HUCSC met via Zoom, approved the agenda and past minutes, and welcomed members with announcements about upcoming training and attendance policies. Executive updates highlighted preparations for OWeek, student initiatives like Conversation Circles and World Mental Health Day, sustainability efforts, new clubs, and event planning. Several motions passed, including amendments to the Harassment and Discipline Policies, adoption of the 2024-25 Legislative Calendar, updates to compensation and finance policies, and revisions to club policies.

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The HUCSC met via Zoom, approved the agenda and previous minutes, and discussed upcoming events, including World Mental Health Day, Games Night, and the Blue Jays game. Executive reports highlighted updates on the website revamp, OWeek preparations, sustainability initiatives, and student engagement efforts. The meeting featured a motion endorsing the Executive Roadmap for the 2024-2025 academic year, which passed unanimously.

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The HUCSC met via Zoom, approved the agenda and minutes, and discussed updates on upcoming events like O-Week, the Pancakes with Profs event, and planning for wellness initiatives, advocacy efforts, and club collaborations. Executive reports highlighted updates on marketing strategies, merchandise designs, and financial planning. Several motions passed, including the ratification of expanded standing committees, removal of the USC Representative for lack of communication, and approval of a $175,000 GIC investment to strengthen financial stability.

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The HUCSC General Assembly met via Zoom and approved the agenda and minutes. Updates included plans for student advocacy, club and merchandise management, event planning (including Frost-Week and Huron Ball), and website redesigns. There was a focus on O-Pass and Soph uniform funding, addressing rising demand at the USC food bank, and general GA committee assignments were confirmed.

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