Hello Students, I trust everyone is doing well and that the semester has been going smoothly. As we move through the academic year, I would like to wish everyone continued success in their studies and clinical placements. My name is Hamidat Ahmed-Ishimel, and I am honoured to serve as your Senior Stick for the 2026–2027 academic year. I am excited to work with and advocate for nursing students throughout the year. I will be working alongside Tolani Olanrewaju (Vice Stick), Ronald Nkemakosi (Treasurer), Kendra Olthof (Secretary), Toyosi Ogunleye (UMSU Representative), and the rest of our General Council. Please feel free to reach out to any of us, or contact us through the NSA email, if you have any questions, concerns, or ideas. There are several exciting opportunities available on the Nursing Students' Association (NSA) Council. These positions provide a great opportunity to connect with fellow nursing students and faculty, develop leadership skills, contribute to student life, and gain valuable experience that can be recognized on your resume and co-curricular record. Please review the attached NSA Constitution to learn more about the responsibilities associated with each role. Positions Currently Open General Council

* Charitable Health Promotion Chair * Programming Chair * Programming Associate * Mentorship Program Coordinator * Skills Mentorship Program Chair * Skills Mentorship Program Coordinator * Indigenous Student Coordinator (2 positions available)* * 2SLGBTQIA+ Student Coordinator* * Sigma Theta Tau Xi Lambda Representative * CanU Representative * Midwiifery Representatives (2 positions available)* * WISH Clinic Chair * WISH Clinic Associate

Cohort Representatives

* Year 2 (Winter 2026 Intake) Cohort A Representative * Year 2 (Summer 2026 Intake) Cohort A & B Representatives * Year 3 (Fall 2025 Intake) Cohort A Representative * Year 3 (Summer 2025 Intake) Cohort A & B Representatives * Year 4 (Summer 2025 Intake) Cohort A & B Representatives

Please note that successful applicants will initially be appointed by the Senior Stick and will be required to participate in the October by-election to continue in their position through April 2026. Eligibility

* You must remain a College of Nursing student through the end of your term (April 2027). * Students graduating before April 2027 are not eligible to apply.

How to Apply

Please email Hamidat Ahmed-Ishimel (ahmedis1@myumanitoba.camailto:ahmedis1@myumanitoba.ca) by June 5th at 4:00 PM with:

* The position you are applying for * A brief explanation of why you would like to join the NSA

I look forward to hearing from you and welcoming new members to the NSA team.

Kind regards, Hamidat Ahmed-Ishimel (she/her) Senior Stick | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba

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