Welcome back to campus: Winter Term 2025
Winter Term has officially begun, and I want to warmly welcome you to the University of Saskatchewan. Whether you are joining us for the first time or are returning to our university, I wish you a wonderful new year ahead.
Proudly situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis, USask is a world-class research-intensive university, a member of the U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities and is recognized as a world leader in areas of global importance, such as water and food security and infectious diseases. At USask, you have the opportunity to learn from, and work with, leading experts in their fields, with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities to support your learning and professional activities.
As a new year begins, USask continues to be dedicated to delivering world-class academic and research programs. Students, staff and faculty all play important roles in our university community and in helping us to achieve our mission of being the university the world needs. With a record performance in the international QS World University rankings and with four subject areas ranking USask in the top 100 universities worldwide, our university community is making a significant impact on the world and will continue to do so in this new year. Being the university the world needs also means being a university where everyone feels they belong. Prioritizing the commitments made in the gift of the ohpahotân | oohpaahotaan Indigenous Strategyand the steps outlined in our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Framework for Actionwill continue to be at the forefront of everything we do in 2025.
We are moving steadily towards the finish line of our historic Be What the World Needs comprehensive campaign. As we enter the final stretch to reach our fundraising goal of $500 million to help students succeed, and support critical research and infrastructure, we thank you for your support of the largest campaign in Saskatchewan history and look forward to achieving our goal together later this year.
Students, we are here to support you as you continue to pursue your passions on our campuses. When you graduate, you will be well-equipped to make an impact in your chosen field and to make meaningful contributions to communities both locally and globally. Remember that your time on campus encompasses more than just your studies. Take time to cheer on one of our Huskie Athletics teams at games and events, get involved in a campus club, meet new people and explore the many learning opportunities that await you at USask. If you are new to campus, I encourage you to sign up for winter welcome activities that are relevant to you. Make new friends, have fun and make the most of this exciting time.
Most importantly, we are here to help you succeed. Please know there are many supports available to you. You can learn more about student services that can help you navigate campus life, answer your questions and refer you to resources to support your mental and physical well-being by visiting students.usask.ca. Academic, health, financial and technology support are also available to you at any point in your USask journey. Ask for help when you need it, and support those around you as you are able.
On behalf of the University of Saskatchewan, I wish you a wonderful Winter Term and look forward to accomplishing great things together this year.
Sincerely,
Peter Stoicheff
President and Vice-Chancellor
University of Saskatchewan
Together we will support and inspire students to succeed. We invite you to join by supporting current and future students' needs at USask.