Follow us on Twitter!

The DSU has a twitter account which means that you can get up-to-date information on everything that is going on!

To join the group just:

1.Go to http://twitter.com/

2. Create a username and password

3. Login

4. Search 'Dalhousie Student Union'

5. Click 'follow'

It's super easy and another great way to stay in touch with YOUR union!

Being a Better Union for YOU!

One of the areas that the average student most likely would not look to for what would create a better union for them is the DSU's by-laws and regulations, more commonly known as the DSU Constitution.

This year a Constitutional Review Committee was struck at council to review and propose amendments to the current by-laws and regulations. The Committee has completed its review and the proposed amendments are now available to be viewed by the entire Dalhousie student body.

The by-laws and regulations set out what executive responsibilities are, what committee exist and what their functions are, what commissioners exist and their responsibilities and so on. These documents are the foundation of how the DSU can work to enhance YOUR student experience.

At this week's Council meeting, February 18th, the proposed amendments were given a notice of motion (this means that they will appear as new business on the next Council meeting's agenda and will be able to be discussed at that meeting).

The next Council meeting is on Wednesday March 4th at 6:30pm on Sexton Campus. Any proposed amendments need to be approved via Council before they move to the General Meeting.

On Wednesday March 11th at 6:30pm in room 303 in the Student Union Building a General Meeting will take place, this meeting is open to all Dalhousie students (and they all have the right to vote as well), to vote on the proposed amendments.

To view the proposed amendments and the summary of the changes please visit the documents section of the DSU website.

I hope to see you at the upcoming meetings and to gain your support for the committee's proposed amendments.

DSU Election Fever

It's that time of year again - reading week and candidate nominations are on students' minds.

Tomorrow is the last day of classes for a week which will provide students with a much needed break in the always busy winter semester. And on Monday the DSU candidate nomination period opened.

Students can put their name in for any one of the following positions: President, Vice President (Internal), Vice President (Education), Vice President (Student Life), four (4) student Senators, two (2) student Board of Governors members. Forms can be picked up from the Information Desk in the main lobby of the SUB. These positions range in responsibilities but all of them carry the weight of being accountable to the Dalhousie student body and representing students' best interests. If you, or anyone you know, may be interested in getting involved at a representative level I urge you to pick up a form, get the information you need, and run a campaign to get yourself elected. All of us are at university to learn, have a fulfilling experience, and become something great - and these positions are a great opportunity to expand students' university experience.

For more information about the DSU 2009 Elections please visit the facebook group.

Burgers and Wings at the' Wood

The Grawood is proud to announce the return of Wednesday Wing Night and the Burger Special on Thursday nights.

Starting on February 18th the Grawood will be offering wings for $0.40/each (with the purchase of a beverage) from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Appetizers will also be available from 5:00pm - 9:00pm.

The special will continue every Wednesday that the Grawood is open.

Starting on February 19th the Grawood will be offering its burger special (double draft, burger, and fries) for $5.50 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Appetizers will also be available from 5:00pm - 9:00pm.

The special will continue every Thursday that the Grawood is open.

So please come check out the Grawood's newest features every Wednesday and Thursday!