Why should you care about the Arts Undergraduate Society, and moreover, about its elections? (After all, rational-choice theory shows us that we shouldn't incur costs if we don't think they will be outweighed by the potential benefits).
Well, the AUS spends its money. In fact, it spends $130,000 of it. Each undergraduate Arts student pays $13 to the AUS every school year, $5 of which goes toward funding the mortgage of the Meekison Arts Students Space (in Buchanan D-140).
The Arts Undergraduate Society also provides student services. The AUS provides locker rentals in Buchanan, as well as a free water cooler and microwaves in the MASS. The Sports Coordinator also processes discounts on intramural registration fees for any teamscomprised of at least 80% Arts students. The AUS is also in charge of giving out money. We disburse close to $50,000 each year in the Dean's Grant and Departmental Club Grants.
The AUS Elections are coming up. Campaiging happens from March 16-23, and voting takes place at 3 separate polling booths in the SUB and Buchanan Buildings between March 25-30. You shouldn't be able to miss it. More information about other candidates should be coming out soon, and www.ubcinsiders.blogspot.com will be providing useful coverage on the election as well. Be sure to make an informed vote, because the AUS election is important after all!
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