SUPPORT

-Creation of a SUS mentorship program that will connect new councillors with experienced members, and allow for successful integration and the yearly council transition

-Initiation of councillor social events to increase connectedness, which will encourage cooperative and honest dialogue in meetings

-Organizing retreats for the First Year Committee and council to promote inclusivity between members, while also providing professional development opportunities through workshops

-Providing the continuation of councillor check-in’s, with the creation of a summarizing report

INVOLVEMENT

-Advocating for the creation of a first year ambassadors program, for increased inclusion and bridging of the divide between SUS and science students through expanding opportunities early on
-Communication with science department heads and clubs to increase fall voter turnout for department representatives

TRANSPARENCY

-Critically re-evaluating the budget for the council and executive retreat, with partially supplemented fees by councillors as a possibility
-Implementation of a deposit system for councillors, to prevent premature overbooking and the successful allocation of funds
-Development of an agenda which focuses primarily on leadership development and team bonding
-Continuation of the monthly internal newsletter and open registration to all science students to promote transparency

Platform: Projects

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

-Continuation of the achievement and appreciation initiatives which aim to celebrate the accomplishments of SUS members and the science community, such as the Science Student Recognition and Awards Night
-Increasing conversations with science clubs and UBC organizations for increased awareness and the essential identification of student leaders on campus
-Monthly recognition of members who have succeeded expectations within the science community through shoutouts on Facebook and inclusion in the newsletter

Platform: Welcome