The College of Biological Science Student Council (CBSSC) is a student council, representing over 4000 undergraduate students in the CBS.
We are here to represent and voice the concerns of fellow biological science students!
The CBSSC has representatives on various committees on campus to ensure that the interests of CBS students are represented ardently.
The Board members and executive members all have a plethora of experience as student leaders and as university students—they are always available to advise students on any matter related to university life.
All CBS students are highly encouraged to get involved with the CBSSC!
We are here to represent and voice the concerns of fellow biological science students!
The CBSSC has representatives on various committees on campus to ensure that the interests of CBS students are represented ardently.
The Board members and executive members all have a plethora of experience as student leaders and as university students—they are always available to advise students on any matter related to university life.
All CBS students are highly encouraged to get involved with the CBSSC!
OUR GOALS
Enhance the academic experience of students
Provide extracurricular opportunities
Academic services
Social events
Financial support
Clubs & Organizations
Allow students to voice their opinions
Provide extracurricular opportunities
Academic services
Social events
Financial support
Clubs & Organizations
Allow students to voice their opinions
So.....who ARE we???
CBSSC consists of a Chair of the Board, President and 5 different Vice Presidents holding a specific position, including VP Academic, VP Clubs & Affairs, VP Comm, VP Event and most importantly, VP Finance! There are also 10 Board of Governors representing MCB, HHNS, IB and Biological Science respectively.
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President ---- Hisham Farag
Hi CBS students! My name is Hisham and I am a third year Biomedical science student, my job as the president is to act as the connection between the rest of the university, including other college governments and the administration and the student council. We're so excited to bring you lots of new events this year in partnership with other colleges. My goal for this year is to make the college feel more accessible for all of you, whether that means resources, research or even financial support. I love music, Harry Potter and dogs(in no particular order). I'm also a huge medical/science nerd. If you ever see me walking around, please come up and say hi! |
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Vice President of Clubs & Affairs ---- Jeneka Navaranjan
Hey College of Biological Science students! My name is Jeneka and I am a third year Biomedical Science student. I act as the main liaison and resource for all CBSSC Accredited Student Organizations (ASOC) and for CBS students on committees across campus. My role is to coordinate the ASOC Council, ensuring members have full representation and engagement in our great Gryphon community. I am also responsible for the Peer Mentorship Program for all CBS students, so remember to check out the program on our website. Finally, I am responsible for the Golden Apple Games which includes all CBS clubs and councils. I adore cinema, The Food Network, running, improv comedy and theater. I love hearing about people’s stories and meeting new people, so please do not hesitate to strike up a conversation! |
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Vice President of Finance ---- Preet Shah
As the VP finance for CBSSC, it is my responsibility to prepare a budget that outlines all the activities and events held throughout the year along with catering to the financial needs of the other exec's. In short, I handle PDRs, ASOC club funding, office supplies, regulating cash flow, and bill payments. Just add "I'm also an adrenaline junkie (don't do drugs kids) in the sense that I actively search for new things to try. Whether it's surfing, biking down a mountain, scuba diving in the Atlantic or jumping out of a plane from 14,000ft, I've tried it all. So if you ever want to have a conversation with me, just tell me about something you've done in your life that got your heart beating out of your chest and we'll probably end up talking all night." |
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Vice President of Academic & Alumni Affairs ---- Nick Kowaleski
Hey everyone! My name is Nick and I'm the Vice President External at the CBS Student Council. I'm a fourth year student in biochemistry and have been part of the student council since first year! My favourite food is deep fried cheese (in any form) and my favourite TV show is the Blacklist. In my free time I like to hang out with friends or write code. In my role, I'm responsible for all external relations of the council, including the Dean's Office, Alumni Affairs, B.Sc. Programming, and more! I also run academic programming for our students such as professional development programs, socials with profs, and help with the Peer Mentorship Program. Outside of CBSSC I'm involved in Senate, the Central Student Association, and the University Centre Board, so feel free to come to be about those, or anything else mentioned above! |
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Vice President of Communications ---- Jenniefer Lew
Hello! My name is Jenn and I am your VP Communication! I am in my 3rd Year Microbiology Co-Op & I enjoy discovering all those little living creatures that we can't see with our bare eyes. I love food, outdoors and I talk a lot (hence the communication). I promote all the CBS Events, sell our CBSSC SWAG and make sure this website is constantly updated for you! :) Fun fact: I actually like to chat through emails (lol) so hit me up if you have questions! cbsscvpc@uoguelph.ca Just a side note, if you haven't own any of the CBS swag yet ........you should, ya know, check out the next tab. ;) |
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Vice President of Events ---- Quinn Lee
Hey CBS students, my name is Quinn and I am a third year Wildlife Biology & Conservation(WBC) student. I am so excited to be your VP Events and my role is to organize all social events throughout the year. Upcoming events including Trivia Night, Trip to the ROM, annual gala and some other new events. I am a fans of tea, calligraphy, fountain pens and all old little classical things. I also like outdoor activites and animals. If you see me around campus please feel free to come and say hi or you can email me at cbsscvpe@uoguelph.ca if you have any concern or any new event ideas. Cheers! |
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Chair of the Board ---- Nick M.R. Zingone
Hello everybody, my name is Nicholas Zingone and I am the Chair of the Board for the 2018 - 2019 school year. I am in my fourth year for microbiology at Guelph. As Chair of the Board I am mainly responsible for conducting and organizing board meetings for the CBSSC in a timely and efficient manner. I act as the bridge that holds the Exec and the board members together! I love what I do and I'm excited for an amazing year! |
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CLUBS
Getting involved in your University is a good way to meet new people and contribute to some interesting projects. During your years as an undergrad you’ll realize where positive change needs to happen.
Being involved gives you the chance to express some of your ideas and turn them into real projects that will help students on a larger scale. Here’s a few ways that you can get involved directly in the CBSSC and its affiliated clubs.
Being involved gives you the chance to express some of your ideas and turn them into real projects that will help students on a larger scale. Here’s a few ways that you can get involved directly in the CBSSC and its affiliated clubs.