About Us

The FESA Executive Team is composed of seven distinct roles, with one student in each year ideally sharing each position (for example, a Year 1 Co-Chair and a Year 2 Co-Chair).

Co-Chair

• Ensures the constitution is up to date and accessible to the student body, moderates Executive and General Council meetings, signs off on expenses in collaboration with the VP of Finance, and oversees the overall function of FESA.

VP Finance

• Manages FESA’s budget to ensure the executive team has the resources needed to create meaningful experiences for B.Ed. students. Oversees funding for projects and provides financial updates and audits throughout the year.

VP Communications

• Takes minutes at all Executive and General Council meetings, manages FESA’s social media and website, and ensures students are informed about events, news, and updates from the Faculty of Education.

VP Academic Affairs

• Represents and supports students in the B.Ed. program at Board and Faculty Council meetings. This VP also plans and organizes FESA scholarships and academic initiatives.

VP Social

• Organizes social events and engagement opportunities for students in the B.Ed. program, ensuring all activities are accessible and inclusive.

VP Outreach

• Plans and facilitates community-based projects, campaigns, and fundraisers that allow B.Ed. students to connect with and make a positive impact in the broader community.

VP Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

• Supervises all FESA-led events and programs to ensure inclusivity and representation. Organizes special events around religious holidays, ensures FESA schedules are inclusive of diverse topics, and advocates for equity, diversity, and inclusion across the Faculty of Education.

• 1 student per section cohort

• Passionate about the B.Ed. program and motivated to make a positive impact

• Commit to attending one meeting per month with the Executive Team to share ideas, concerns, and suggestions from their class

• Optional involvement in a subcommittee to help plan and carry out an event during the school year

FESA includes four subcommittees that provide opportunities for additional student involvement. Both Class Representatives and any B.Ed. student can join. 

Academic Affairs Subcommittee

• Led by the VPs of Academic Affairs and includes Class Representatives or students interested in academic programming and support.

Equity Subcommittee

• Led by the VPs of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and includes Class Representatives or students passionate about fostering an inclusive environment.

Outreach Subcommittee

• Led by the VPs of Outreach and includes Class Representatives or students eager to engage with the community through service and advocacy.

Social Subcommittee

• Led by the VPs of Social and includes Class Representatives or students interested in planning events and social activities.