Student Senate FAQs
Purpose of Student Senate
What does Student Senate do?
The Student Senate represents the student body. With this in mind, the Student Senate seeks to ensure that all members of the Redeemer University community remain responsive to student needs and interests. The Student Senate also seeks to stimulate school spirit and participation within the student body by facilitating student events, and supporting student-run clubs. Senate also works to ensure that any student concerns are heard and that appropriate action is taken.
Why is it important to have a Student Senate?
The Student Senate provides a passageway between the administration and the students of Redeemer University. Additionally, Student Senate is important for the building of community through clubs and events, and it is important for the protection and growth of that community through its representation of student concerns.
What is the purpose of the Student Senate Office?
The Student Senate office is a place where students came come with any questions or concerns they might have. Each senator spends a few hours a week in the office, ensuring there is always someone in the office to hear these students. The office is also there for club leaders if they need any forms for reimbursement or funding, or if students have fees to pay for clubs or events. Student Senators also use the office for completing their Student Senate-related projects.
What are the different roles within Student Senate?
Student Senate’s roles are outlined on our Senate website.
What committees are a part of Student Senate? How can I be a part of one?
There are 3 committees that are a part of Student Senate. The Student Affairs Committee discusses student issues and problems at Redeemer, in order to effectively address them and take action. The Activities Committee is responsible for planning events, such as the Harvest Hoedown, Redeemer’s Got Talent, and the annual Spring Banquet, among many others. The Spiritual Events Committee runs spiritual events aside from chapel and Rooted Worship, including worship nights, testimony nights, and the Spiritual Retreat. If you are interested in joining any of these committees, send an email to the committee chair, whose contact information is on our Senate website!
Any immediate questions?
Email the President who oversees Redeemer’s Student Senate at [email protected]
Clubs
Main Contact: Serena Wolf, Clubs Coordinator | [email protected]
Who can I talk to about starting a club?
Email the Clubs Coordinator at [email protected]. There are four general criteria for a club: To provide a unique opportunity to students, form a community with students, promote a growth of character for the individuals in the club, and to reach out to the larger community of Hamilton. Once you have sent your club proposal and explained how it meets these criteria, Serena will contact you with further details.
What different clubs are at Redeemer?
Different clubs can be found on our clubs page, along with club leader contact information.
Where can I find out about Senate run events around campus?
For events run by clubs or Student Senate, the first place to check is the Student Senate group on the Redeemer App. We also send out student body emails regularly, keeping students updated as to what we are doing. There are often posters around the school for each event, so keep an eye out for those as well!
How does Student Senate decide club funding?
Club leaders pitch a budget to Student Senate. Senate will consider the club size, how many students it reaches, as well as the cost of the supplies or services that the club will need. After all things are considered, Senate will determine an appropriate amount for clubs to receive. Additional funds can be requested, and a decision will be made based on the legitimacy of the request.
Student/Learning Resources
Main Contact: Learning Resources (in the main office)
What is the CELC Office? What resources do they provide?
CELC Contact: [email protected].
CELC is the Centre for Experiential Learning and Careers. CELC provides opportunities for co-op, internships and works on connecting Redeemer students and alumni to employers in their field. CELC also provides tools for resume building.
How do I book a tutor?
You can book a tutor through this link, and more information about tutoring at Redeemer can be found on the Redeemer App, under student services and learning services.
What are the counselling services at Redeemer? How can I access these resources?
Redeemer offers many types of counselling, which are as follows:
Pastoral Counselling: Have one-time conversations on any matter with our chaplain
Personal Counselling: Through the Counselling Assistance Plan for Students, there is no-cost counselling available from a qualified, Master’s degree level Christian Counsellor. Students may choose whether to meet on-campus or at the office of the counsellor. CAPS is an anonymous, confidential, professional service offered through the Shalem Network.
Vocational Counselling: Guidance with questions about vocation, life future, career testing, choosing a major, etc. Through Redeemer’s Centre for Experiential Learning and Careers.
Personal Respect Advisors: Employees of Redeemer who are available for contact in cases of suspected discrimination and/or harassment. Their information is posted around the academic building.
For all other health and mental health services, check out this page on the Redeemer App.
General Resources
What are the different Redeemer websites?
Redeemer App: This is the main hub for all Redeemer information. Here you can check out different groups, be notified of upcoming events fill out forms, and find lots of up-to-date information. Explore!
Self Service: Self Service can be used to pay fees, manage and reload your OneCard, view final grades, and view financial information for on campus employment.
Discovery: On Discovery, you can find all the information for each class that you are taking. Professors will often post the syllabus, lectures, assignments, grades, zoom links, and many other useful resources here.
What makes a student eligible for financial aid?
Incoming first-entry students are automatically considered for entrance scholarships at admission and are renewable each year. Redeemer Bursaries are awards that are based on financial need. Each award may have different criteria for eligibility. Find out more about these on the scholarship and bursary website.
How can I book the soccer dome, squash court, or the rec centre?
For inquiries on how to book the dome, contact the Athletic Centre desk at 905-648-2139 x4275 or by emailing [email protected]. Follow this link to book the squash courts. To book the rec centre, email [email protected].
What churches are in the Redeemer area? How can I get a ride to church?
There is a list of local churches found on Redeemer’s Website. Many churches offer rides to Redeemer students, and information can be found on the church website, or by reaching out to the church!
Food Services
Main Contact: Doreen Gringhuis [email protected]
How is pricing for food at the market determined?
Since Redeemer is a small school, it’s more expensive to stock the market because not everything is bought in bulk. Redeemer actually makes no money on the food that is sold from the market, or meals offered at communal. Thus, the prices in the market accurately reflect the costs that Redeemer pays to stock the market.
Do you have a question that wasn’t answered here?
Student Senate would like to hear your concerns, questions or suggestions regarding any aspect of Student Life at Redeemer. Please consider filling out this form HERE to get in contact with us.
Hours of Operation: Main Office, Senate Office, Book Store, and Library
Main Office:
8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
Contact: 905-648-2131 [email protected]
Senate Office:
9 am – 4 pm, Monday to Friday, with the exception of 11 am to 12 pm on Wednesdays.
Contact: 905-648-2131 ext. 4269 [email protected]
Book Store:
9 am – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
Contact: 905-648-9418 [email protected]
Library:
Monday to Thursday: 8am – 11pm, Friday: 8am – 6pm, Saturday: 12 noon – 5pm
Contact: 905-648-2139 ext. 4266 [email protected]
IT:
Main Contact: IT help desk [email protected]