Welcome to the Graduate Students’ Association of the University of Calgary!
The GSA represents the collective voice of University of Calgary graduate students at the UCalgary and to all levels of government. The GSA supports UCalgary graduate students to succeed academically and socially through valued programs and services and responsive communication channels.

Important Dates and Events
- Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Graduate Students
- Are you a teaching assistant? Learn more about UCalgary's Teaching Assistance Resources from Taylor Institute here. Resources are updated monthly.
Download the GSA 2021-22 Survival Guide here
2020-21 Annual Report
Read the GSA 2020-21 Annual Report HERE
Follow our social media channels @gsacalgary:

Financial Support
If you are in need of extra fund for your student project, personal expenses, or academic endeavours, the GSA has you covered. Learn about our various financial support programs designed to ensure your success in graduate school.
- Emergency Bursary - Open year-round
- GSA Support Bursary - Open year-round

Mental Health Support: Empower Me program by StudentCare
As a student covered by the GSA Health Plan, you're entitled to sessions delivered in person, by telephone, by video-counselling, or by e-counselling.
Call 1-833-628-5589 to be connected right away or to be matched with a counsellor, consultant, or life coach on a variety of issues. You can also connect with Empower Me through the EAP Optima mobile app, available for download from the App Store and Google Play. To create your account on the app, use this access code: 45295QG40
Find more information about the Empower Me Service at the Empower Me website or the FAQ

Volunteer with the GSA
The GSA offers many opportunities to volunteer. Expand your resume and become involved in the graduate student community.
View current volunteer opportunities here: Current Volunteer Opportunities
President
Saaka Sulemana Saaka
Vice President
Academic
James Steele
Vice President
Student Life
Masume Akbari
Vice President
Finance & Services
Cameron Armstrong
Vice President
External
Alex Cameron