STudentS' association of mount royal university (SAMRU)
Student life starts here.
Welcome to MRU! As a credit student, you're also automatically a member of your Students' Association. SAMRU is a medium-sized, student-focused, charitable organization. Our mission is to represent and serve students to help them succeed. Explore all the services and opportunities available to you through your SA!
Whether you're looking for food and financial support, community, representation, or involvement opportunities, SAMRU's got you covered.
Governance
The Student Governing Board (SGB) is a policy-making Board of Directors for the Students’ Association and is collectively the highest decision-making body of SAMRU. The 14 elected or appointed Board members are responsible for the organization’s overall direction and strategic goals and priorities. Learn more...
Become a Student Governor on the SGB! Governors receive excellent training and support in areas of governance and committee work. Reach out to governance@samru.ca to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Representation
The Representation Executive Council (REC) are elected or appointed by their peers, who are members of SAMRU, to represent the interests of Mount Royal students to the University, as well as externally to all three levels of government. Representatives act in accordance with the wishes of the SAMRU Student Governing Board.
Operations
SAMRU is professionally managed by a team of full time staff dedicated to supporting students in their university experience. We have a number of ongoing food and financial security programs like free breakfast, SAMRU Awards (over $40,000 awarded annually!), emergency student loans, care packages, and more. We can also provide referrals to external, local supports.
We also offer a number of business services in Wyckham House Student Centre including a food court, dental office, pharmacy, and optometry office.
Find your community
SAMRU operates a number of community centres to connect students with the services they need-- and each other! We are dedicated to fostering safe and inclusive spaces for students to connect with one another. Make sure to visit the Pride Centre, Cultural Inclusion Centre, and Clubhouse!
Get Support now
Looking for SAMRU's food and financial security services? Look no further than the Peer Support Centre! This centre also provides peer-to-peer counselling and referral support.
Have an academic (or non-academic) concern? The Student Advocacy Resource Centre provides confidential services, support, and options for all your concerns and questions. If it's affecting your success at MRU, we can help!
Get involved
There are a ton of ways to get involved in your campus community and many of those opportunities are right here at SAMRU!
Volunteer with SAMRU
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Join or Start a Club
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Become a Student Governor
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Join a Representation Committee
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Student Health & Dental Benefits
SAMRU, through Gallivan & Associates Student Network, provides students with a comprehensive set of extended health and dental insurance benefits. Students taking nine credits or more at MRU are automatically enrolled in the Student Health and Dental Plans. Students with existing, comparable benefits may be eligible to opt-out.
Wyckham Pharmacy, Old Street Optometry, and Dental Choice are all conveniently located right on campus, in Wyckham House. Save money, and time, by visiting these MRU community-focused services.
WyCkham Pharmacy
Come meet Thomas, who has achieved the highest level of prescribing authorization of a pharmacist, at the Wyckham Pharmacy! With their expertise, they'll work to tailor their products and services to meet your individual and unique needs and bring you the best care possible!
Old street optometry
A locally-owned clinic providing friendly and honest eye exams and prescription eyewear to students and the surrounding community. Their mission is to make your optical experience a stress-free one.
DENTAL choice
Whether you’re a student or faculty member at Mount Royal University (MRU) or you live near the campus, our Mount Royal Dental Choice location offers a variety of services to meet your needs including general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry services.
West Gate Social will reopen on September 7th for beverage service! Play, socialize, sip, snack, or study; this self-service space is yours to enjoy.
Don't let opportunities pass you by!
Going to university is much more than just going to class. Of course you’re here to learn and get a degree but you should know that there are so many services, supports, opportunities open to you as a member of your Students' Association, as well as a great deal of advocacy work happening on your behalf to protect your interests.
We've created a handy little "tool kit" to help you navigate your way through the year, ensure you get the most value for your fees, get support when you need help, connect you with your peers, and help you get the most out of university!
