We will be closed Friday April 3rd and Monday April 6th. We will reopen on Tuesday April 7th with regular hours. Have a great long weekend!

It's officially springtime! Can you feel it?

Even though the crocuses aren't blooming, and the robins haven't returned quite yet, winter is almost over and the end of the semester approaches! Hold on tight, warm breezes and green grass are on their way!

Your new Student Governors:
Chris Brown
Fabiha Hassan
Kenzy Jali
Jasmyn Krywolt
Patricia Maglalang
Sara Muskaj
Sheena Sahota

Full results and details are available via the link https://ecs.page.link/Xvsh1

The votes are in! 🗳️ 1,877 of you went to the polls this week to shape the future of SAMRU. We are thrilled to announce the unofficial 2026-27 election results:

REC President:
Noel Ormita

REC VP Academic:
Julia Madden

REC VP External:
Mariana Mejia Salazar

REC VP Student Affairs:
Liv Lopez

Happy International Women’s Day! Today is a global day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while also serving as a call to action for accelerating gender equality. It's a moment to honour those who paved the way and support those breaking barriers today.

Did you know, while the morning is most famous for the joyful chaos of coloured powders and water, the celebrations run deeper. It begins the night before with 'Holika Dahan' bonfires to bid winter farewell, followed by a day of visiting loved ones to share traditional sweets and festive meals.

It’s the Festival of Colours! Happy Holi to everyone celebrating.

Holi is a vibrant Hindu festival marking the arrival of spring, the power of love, and the victory of good over evil.

Did you know you can get discounted Flames and Wranglers tickets as a SAMRU member? If you're looking for some more boy aquarium after Crowchild Classic, Heated Rivalry, and the Olympics, look no further. 🏒❄️

Student pricing is available through the link https://ecs.page.link/gdccr

Did you know one of the reasons Medjool dates are traditionally eaten to break the fast is their unique nutritional profile? Beyond being sweet and easy to eat, their high fibre content allows for a steadier energy release, helping to nourish the body without a harsh glucose spike.

Ramadan Mubarak to those observing! 😊 Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. For many Muslims this is a holy time dedicated to fasting, community, and prayer. Although how people observe may vary.

Apply via the link below and become a vendor for FREE before spots fill up! https://monkeylink.co/606f69

📢Calling all Students!

Vendor applications for the Wyckham Arts and Crafts Market close February 20th. This is your chance to showcase your talents, make connections, and boost your side hustle. 🎨✨

Did you know: 2026 is a Fire Horse year. This only happens once every 60 years. Because the Horse's natural element is Fire, this 'Double Fire' year is considered the most high-energy, passionate, and fast-paced year in the entire 60-year cycle. Strap in!

🏮 Wishing you a lucky Lunar New Year! 🌕 Happy Year of the Horse🐴

8-10 hours per month. No experience required. Training is provided! Nominate yourself to be a Student Governor today at the link below! 👇
https://monkeylink.co/b6ca92

🚨REMINDER🚨SGB Nominations CLOSE February 27!

Who: Any credit student.
The Bonus: One course’s tuition and fees paid per semester.

Get a seat at the table. The Student Governing Board is the highest decision-making body at the Students’ Association, and it’s run entirely by students like you.

💕 Happy Valentine’s from your SAMRU services. 🫶

Learn more here: https://monkeylink.co/202009

🚨The SAMRU Health and Dental Plan opt-out deadline is TODAY 🚨

New full-time credit students starting January 2026 are automatically enrolled in the SAMRU Student Health and Dental Plan, but if you have comparable coverage, you may be able to opt out of the plan and receive a refund.

🍎 Fresh fruit & veg
🍞 Local bread & dry goods
💳 Great prices

📍 Wyckham House Food Court ⏰ Thursdays 11 AM – 1 PM

The grocery store that comes to you. 🚚💨
Skip the long trek off-campus. Whether you’re stocking your dorm fridge or grabbing a healthy snack after a long lecture, Fresh Routes: Mobile Grocery Store has the goods.

It takes just 5 minutes to share your thoughts and be entered into the draw. Pretty easy money for a coffee break, right? ☕️
Survey at the link https://ecs.page.link/UBwPw

Want a chance to win $1,000? 💸

It’s time for the Student Satisfaction and Awareness Survey! We’re checking in because we want to know exactly what you think. What are we doing right? What needs to change?
This is your chance to be honest and help us build a better campus experience for everyone.

New full-time credit students starting January 2026 you are automatically enrolled in the SAMRU Student Health and Dental Plan, but if you have comparable coverage, you may be able to opt out of the plan and receive a refund. The deadline to opt out, or add your family, is Friday, January 30, 2026.

Missed a club or want to check out the full catalog of clubs we offer? Check out the SAMRU Club Hub at the link https://clubs.samru.ca/

🎮It's Day 2 of Clubs Expo!🐦 Come on down to Wyckham House from 10 am - 2 pm to check out a bunch of the clubs we have here on campus. While you're here tell us your favourite club and be entered to win a $20 voucher for the food court! Scan the QR codes at the tables to enter. 🏂

Stay tuned to our events calendar (link below) as new Sexpo Workshops are announced all semester long! https://monkeylink.co/3bd8f0

New semester, new lineup of Sexpo Workshops!

Upcoming events include:
1️⃣ Safelink STBBI Testing
📅 Feb 24th | 10 am -3 pm | 📍 U216A (by MRU Wellness)
2️⃣ STBBI 101
📅 Feb 25th | 4-5 pm | 📍 The Gallery

🔗Click the link below to register. Full event details including date, time, and location will be shared upon registration!

Part 1: https://monkeylink.co/c3ff9c
Part 2: https://monkeylink.co/8aa467

Navigating name and gender marker changes can feel like a lot but you don’t have to do it alone!

Our Trans+ ID Clinic is a two-part series designed specifically to support Two-Spirit, Transgender, Non-binary (2STNB+) students through every step of the process.