September 2026 Sheridan Student Union Recap
September was an exciting mix of community, connection, and student involvement across all Sheridan campuses. From welcoming new students during Kick-Off and Welcome Week, discovering new opportunities through Clubs Fairs, and reaching over 11,000 club memberships, this month showcased the incredible energy and creativity of the Sheridan student community.
Let’s take a look at September’s Recap!
Updates From The SSU Executive Team
With the Fall semester officially underway, the Executive Team’s month was filled with opportunities to welcome students, build community, and strengthen student advocacy.
Welcome Week was one of the month’s biggest highlights, with the Executive Team supporting events across campuses and helping students feel connected as they returned to Sheridan. It was incredibly rewarding to see the community come together and kick off the new school year.
President Samiya Khan and the Executive Team at Kickoff, Davis Campus
Another meaningful moment was the Executive Team’s visit to the Woodland Cultural Centre on September 30 for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The experience provided an important opportunity to reflect, learn, and honour the ongoing journey toward reconciliation.
In other updates, our President and Chief Student Officer Samiya, focused on strengthening college and government relations while supporting orientation and Welcome Week. She met with Sheridan President and Vice Chancellor Dr. Cindy Gouveia and Provost and VP Academic Sean McNabney to discuss strategic alignment, co-hosted a community Ice Cream Social with MP Fares Al-Soud, and supported Suicide Prevention Week and Welcome Week activities.
President Samiya Khan, MP Fares Al-Soud and the Executive Team at Ice Cream Social, HMC Campus
SSU staff on their way to the Woodland Cultural Centre
Navya Madaan, Vice President, Academics, stepped into his new role with a strong focus on direct student advocacy. He supported students navigating academic appeals while also helping deliver Welcome Week Kickoffs and other student life events across campuses.
VP Christian at the Suicide Prevention Week Pop-Up, HMC Campus
Christian Evangelista, Vice President, Administration, focused on strengthening our volunteer team throughout a busy month. He supported volunteer recruitment, onboarding, coordination, and hour tracking across initiatives including Residence Move-In, Kickoffs, Java Jam, and Feast of Flames. He also represented the SSU at the Every Child Matters Flag Raising Event and proposed a new Volunteer Appreciation Day for this semester.
Peter Kyadondo, Vice President, Advocacy, supported students with individual advocacy concerns while advancing provincial advocacy efforts. He participated in a CBC Toronto interview on OSAP impacts, supported Welcome Week events across campuses, and contributed to student engagement strategies through the OSV Policy Committee.
Navrose Johal, Vice President, Equity and Inclusion, finalized the “Build for Change: EDI Student Project Showcase,” including its contest rules, AI policy, judging rubrics, and campus prize pools. He also created an interactive activity for students participating in the showcase drop-ins and worked with Hayley on logistics and nonprofit outreach for “Take Back the Night.”
Hayley DeSantis, Vice President, External, focused on advocacy and raising awareness across campus. She joined Peter for a CBC Toronto interview on 2026-27 OSAP changes, launched Suicide Prevention Week activities, and finalized plans with transit agencies for a Fall awareness initiative.
Together, the team continued to strengthen student advocacy, engagement, and support across all campuses.
President Samiya Khan and the Executive Team at Kickoff, Davis Campus
Updates from the SSU Events Team
September was an exciting month for the Events Team, filled with new experiences, community, and plenty of opportunities for students to connect. From welcoming new students to dancing on a boat overlooking Toronto, the month captured what makes student life at Sheridan so special.
It all started with the three Kick Off events at all campuses in which they welcomed new students with music, performances, great energy, and free lunch from our Food Department. The events were made even more special by seeing staff from across SSU come together to create a memorable welcome for our newest students.
The month continued with the Welcome Week events, renowned mentalist and magician Savio Joseph brought his mind-bending talents to Davis and Trafalgar. Both shows had students captivated from beginning to end, leaving everyone amazed and wondering how he did it!
Potions & Pours added a little magic to the menu with three unique mocktails for students to enjoy. With refreshing flavours and creative presentations, they were a quick hit! Then, we continued with Feast of Flames that brought together delicious food, an energetic atmosphere, and an incredible live drum performance. Students enjoyed the entertainment while grabbing a meal on the house.
Java Jam turned a coffee break into a party, with a live DJ, dancing, coffee, and pastries. It was a fun opportunity for students to relax, connect, and enjoy campus life.
Students brought their competitive spirit to The Gauntlet Games, taking on archery, combat archery, and inflatable gladiator jousting. The day was filled with friendly competition, laughs, and plenty of memorable moments.
Students headed to the Rogers Centre to watch the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Detroit Tigers. With a dedicated SSU section and limited-edition Blue Jays hats, it was a memorable day of baseball, cheering, and community.
The Trinket Trade Market brought student creativity to life through handmade goods, craft stations, live music, and community connections. Students had the chance to share their interests and discover what their peers were creating.
We closed out the month with our Toronto Boat Party. Students enjoyed incredible city views, music, dancing, and great company, making it the perfect way to end an unforgettable September.
Movie nights at The Den and The Marquee gave students a chance to relax with F1, Whiplash, and free shawarma from Shelby’s. Good movies, good food, and good company made for a great night together.
September was more than a month of events. It was a month of connection, creativity, competition, and community. Every event gave students another opportunity to make memories and experience what makes SSU such an important part of life at Sheridan.
Events Team Supervisor and Events Team Members at Boat Party
Updates from the SSU Clubs Team
September was a busy and exciting month for student clubs, with strong engagement across all three Sheridan campuses. During Kick-Off and Welcome Week, dedicated Clubs booths helped them connect with new and returning students, introduce them to Clubs Corner, and encourage them to get involved. The clubs department also participated in the Sheridan Supports & Services Fair and hosted three carnival-themed Clubs Fairs featuring games, activities, prizes, and opportunities to meet club executives.
Throughout the month, clubs hosted 15+ events, including pop-ups, game nights, campus clean-ups, and two large-scale tech events: a Hackville x Google Developers Group Sheridan x Women in Business and Tech panel and an AWS Student Builder Group Community Day.
Together, these initiatives created countless opportunities for students to connect, learn, and build community.
It is safe to say that the clubs department also had a really successful month and they brought in so much engagement and community!
Updates from the SSU Services Team
The Services Team continued supporting students through important resources and services as the new semester got underway. In September, the SSU introduced its new Health & Dental Partner, The Campus Trust, helping ensure students have access to health and dental coverage that supports their overall well-being. Through the plan, domestic and OHIP covered international students can access a range of benefits designed to support their physical and mental health, making it easier to access the care and resources they need throughout the school year.
Updates from the SSU Food Services Team
This month, the Food Services Team continued expanding accessible and convenient food and beverage options for students across all three campuses. In September, the SSU brought food services in-house with the launch of the SSU Hungry Cafés at all campuses, creating a new on-campus option for students to grab food and refreshments while studying or between classes. The team also partnered with Palgong Tea to bring back their popular tea and beverage offerings to campuses, giving students even more options to enjoy throughout the school day.
That’s a Wrap on September!
We thank our student community who showed up to any of the welcome week events, joined a club, or visited us at one of our spaces! Here’s to an exciting fall semester ahead!
September was an exciting month filled with community, connection, and student involvement across all Sheridan campuses. From engaging events to memorable experiences, the SSU brought students together throughout the month. Let’s take a look at some of the most exciting highlights from September!