Biotechnology DSC Members
The Arts & Science Undergraduate Society
- Kingston, ON
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Secretary (1)
- Take meeting minutes during weekly DSC meetings
- Assist in booking rooms and/or create zoom links for meetings and events
- Assist other council members in creating schedules for events
- Create and oversee a google form where students may provide feedback about the program
- Undergraduate Representatives (2)
- Acts as a liaison between the DSC and other committees (UGSC, BGSC, I-EDIAA, etc)
- Staying up to date on issues affecting the DSC and student experience
- Advocating for the undergraduate biotechnology students within the department
- Year Representatives (4)
- Responsible for acting as a direct resource for students in Biotechnology
- Make important announcements/ask professors to promote events in class
- Use social media to promote events within the department
- Coordinating study nights
- Academic Coordinators (3)
- Responsible for planning and running academic-catered events (Careers in BTEC, Research Opportunities, 4th year seminar)
- Collaborate with your team to plan the logistics of each event
- Work with Undergraduate Representatives to connect with professors/grad students for our events
- Social Coordinators (3)
- Responsible for the logistics of planning and running social events (i.e. Crops with Profs, Formal)
- In charge of planning and running the joint Biology Formal with members of the Biology DSC
- Marketing Coordinators (3)
- Responsible for creating event graphics
- In charge of various event promotions on social media channels
- Proficient with graphic creation software
- Brainstorm & execute social media presence for engagement, such as creating Instagram reels, stories, memes, etc.
- Fundraising Coordinator (2)
- Responsible for planning and running fundraising initiatives (Merch sale, Headshot Fundraiser, Sticker sale)
- In charge of attracting sponsors for our various events
- Work with year reps and marketing to promote events
- I-EDIAA Representative
- Serve as a representative and advocate for Inclusion, Equity, Diversity, Indigeneity, Anti-Racism, and Accessibility within the Biotechnology program.
- Take over the DSC social media once a week to highlight diversity in STEM and Biotechnology (e.g., sharing spotlights, resources, events, or personal stories).
- Be a point of contact for students seeking support or wanting to share ideas on improving inclusivity in the program.
- Help plan or promote events and initiatives that foster a welcoming and equitable environment for all Biotech students.