The University of Alberta Student Union (UASU) Students' Council meeting on October 21 discussed the philosophical role of council.
President Pedro Almeida presented issues surrounding exceptional tuition increases (ETI), stating:
Right now, the UASU doesn’t have the clearest path around participating in consultations with ETIs, and this causes friction with the university.
Almeida initiated a debate to help UASU councillors reflect on their perspectives and purposes within the council.
Author's summary: UASU discusses ETI approval pathways and council role.