Student Association

The Students’ Association (SA) is a student group whose goals are to include students in the governing and decision-making processes of The King's University College, and help build community among the entire student body through clubs and events.  All students who attend The King’s University College are considered part of the Student Fellowship, which is overseen by the SA.  Each spring the student body elects four executive members: President, VP Administration, VP Communications, and VP Finance and Clubs.  The first year rep is elected in the fall, and the event coordinators and level managers are appointed via an application process. 
If you would like to know any more details, just stop by the SA office (right beside the Student Activity Centre) or send any one of the members an email.

2011-12 Students' Association Members

President, Heather Van Haren
sa.president@kingsu.ca

My name is Heather Van Haren, and I’m from Lacombe, Alberta.  I am in my fourth year of a Biology degree here at King’s.  If you looked for me during my spare time I would probably be baking something in the kitchen, backpacking in the Rocky Mountains, or planning my next trip to another province or country!
As President, I have the opportunity to be involved with the governing bodies of King’s as an advisor to the Board of Governors and a voting member on the Senate.  In order for me to bring student concerns to these bodies, I need you to tell me what improvements you would like to see around King’s. Feel free to stop me in the hallway, send me an email, or stop by during our office hours to let us know what your concerns are.
Another part of my job description is to oversee the general functioning of the Students’ Association.  I chair our weekly meetings, and check with the other members to ensure that they are fulfilling their roles.  Thankfully, we have a great team and I don’t expect this to be a problem at all!

Vice President Administration, Stacey Brandsma
sa.vpadmin@kingsu.ca

My name is Stacey Brandsma and I am the VP Administration for this upcoming year!  I am a fourth year student in the Bachelor of Science Faculty, with a major in Biology and a minor in Theology.  I have been involved in a variety of clubs and leadership positions here at King’s.  My position allows me to get to know another level of King’s, which I am extremely excited about.  I attend Board, Senate, Faculty Council, and a variety of other meetings and there, along with Heather Van Haren, I represent the views of the student body.  At the Board, we discuss things pertaining to the whole of King's, whereas Senate is mainly academic areas and Faculty Council is faculty issues.  In addition, I also manage the Student Activity Center (or what you know as the SAC), which means that if you would like to book it for any function, come and talk to me! So if you have any administrative issues that you would like to have addressed, please come and talk to me!

Vice President Communication, Darren Binnema
sa.vpcomm@kingsu.ca

My name is Darren Binnema. I'm currently in my 4th year of the BSc. Chemistry program. I am a commuter student and originally grew up in Surrey, British Columbia. This is my first year on the Students' Association and I am greatly looking forward to serving the student body as best as I can!
As VP Communication, my job is to bring the SA to the students, and the students to the SA. If you have any questions or suggestions I am the primary person to talk to, though anyone on the SA will be willing to listen as well! I am also responsible for organizing the Event Coordinators and assisting them with the planning of SA events. All advertising for the SA is also done by the VP of Communications. A full job description can be found in a student agenda or at the SA office.

sa.vpfinance@kingsu.ca 

My name is Jenna Bakker and I am a second year student in the Bachelor of Commerce program here at Kings. I was born and raised in Smithers BC and now call Edmonton my second home. This year I hold the position of Vice President of Finance and Clubs. If you are interested in starting a new club or joining an existing one, come chat with me and I will provide you with contacts. I am also in charge of the budgeting and the bookkeeping for the Student's Association so in a few weeks time you will get to see the budget we have created in the Chronicle. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to talk with me at any time.

Level Manager, Julie Paquette
sa.level@kingsu.ca

Julie Paquette is Co-manager of Level Coffee House. This is her second year as a Manager at Level, and before that she was the assistant manager. A fourth-year student at King's, Julie is about to complete an ENVS degree with a concentration in Sociology. So, she loves coffee, people, and the environment. She thinks they all go very well together. Or at least they could, if we all made smart choices about where we buy our coffee from and pay attention to how it is produced. Feel free to talk to Julie (or her partner in crime Arielle) about anything Level-related that you would like to see happening at King's. Drop them a line at sa.level@kingsu.ca or by phoning Level at 780.465.8343.

Level Manager, Arielle Betty
sa.level@kingsu.ca

My name is Arielle Betty and I am an Edmontonian!  I am a psych major and have a passion for coffee.  Julie, the other Level Manager and I have both
worked at cafes before coming to Kings. Our job is pretty self explanatory, manage the Level! This entails staffing, stocking and creating all the fabulous specials that we serve!

Event Coordinator, Racheal Ware
sa.events@kingsu.ca

Hey King's students. My name is Racheal Ware and I work with Amy Olthius as an Event Coordinator for 2011-2012. The Events Coordinators are responsible for organizing and facilitating events that benefit the needs of the student body. These events can be designed to aid the students in some way, like a used book sale; or to create community within the King's student body, like King's-a-palooza. A few of the events to look forward to this year are Battle of the Bands and Poker Night. If you have any ideas or requests for this year feel free to stop by the SA office and let me know. Be sure to watch for posters and announcements for our upcoming events.

Event Coordinator, Amy Olthuis
sa.events@kingsu.ca

Hey everyone! My name is Amy Olthuis. I am from Abbotsford B.C, and I'm in my second year of the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program here at Kings. Last year, I was the first year rep for the Students Association, which was a great experience for me and a lot of fun. This year, I am one of two event coordinators on the Kings University College Students Association and my job is to plan and organize events that you as students will enjoy and that will make your university experience a great one. I have office hours every week, so if any of you ever want to come and talk about an idea for an event that you might have, or you just want to come in and talk, please do!

My name is Wesley Verbeek. I’m a 1st year BSc. student with a Chemistry major and the ultimate educational goal of going into medicine. I was born in Winnipeg, and have lived most of my life in Abbotsford, BC. When not doing school stuff, or working, I love to spend time playing piano, skiing, driving, or at the Cabin, wakeboarding, tubing, and lying in the sun. As first year rep. I get to represent first year students, help with the many SA events, and pick up the slack for any of the other SA members in their various tasks. It’s a great position that involves lots of fun and great opportunities to get to know the student body. If you have any questions involving my position, or any concerns with the SA in general don’t hesitate to contact me!

Related Links

 Student Handbook | The SA Constitution | Job Offerings, Ride Board, Buy/Sell