Course Unions

Course Unions are the core of the Arts and Science Students’ Union. From A to Z, Anthropology to Zoology and all the ones in between, these academic unions represent the students in disciplines within the Faculty of Arts and Science and by taking any course you are automatically a part of them. We have nearly 40 active course unions offering several academic and social services for their members. While each Course Union is unique, both in vision and in form, all share the common goals of meeting students’ needs and representing students’ views. Showing support for your Course Union is an excellent way to actively get involved with your education. Come to the ASSU office, or contact your course union directly to find out more about how you can get involved.


Anthropology Students' Association (ASA)

The Anthropology Students’ Association represents you as a student to the department. We act as your voice for any concerns and questions you may have about U of T’s Anthropology programs. We also house valuable resources such as a collection of past tests and field school information.

In addition to providing academic services the ASA is here to make sure your university experience is enjoyable and fun! We host events such as movie nights, bake sales, lecture series, and pub nights.

Anyone is free to attend our weekly meetings to contribute ideas for the ASA so come join us and get involved in your academic community!

Association of Classics Students (ACS)

Association of Political Science Students (APSS)

Bachelor of Arts Architectural Studies Society (BAASS)

BAASS is a non-profit student union aimed at providing architecture students with an enhanced experience in their education. Founded in 2000, BAASS aims to foster a supportive community amongst undergraduate and graduate students, and the al&d faculty in providing educational and social opportunities outside of course routines.

Biochemistry Undergraduate Students Society (BUSS)

Buddism and Psychology Student Union (BPSU)

The Buddhism and Psychology Student Union is a non-profit student-run organization created to provide students with an open (and respectful) forum to discuss the implications of integrating Buddhist, and other spiritual practices with Western medicine/psychology. BPSU also provides an opportunity for students in the Buddhism, Psychology, & Mental Health (BP&MH) program to develop a strong sense of connection with one another.

Those students enrolled in BP&MH are encouraged to join, get involved, and help build the BPSU community. We also extend our welcome to anyone at U of T who is interested in attending or participating in our academic/social events.

Caribbean Studies Students Union (CARSSU)

Cell & Systems Biology Students' Union (CSBSU)

Chemistry Students' Union (CSU)

Cinema Studies Students' Union (CINSSU)

The Cinema Studies Student Union (CINSSU) functions as both a representative for undergraduate students enrolled in Cinema Studies programs at the University of Toronto and as a film society promoting and celebrating the medium, through a variety of screening series, seminars and an annual academic journal.


The group is comprised of a dedicated undergraduate students enrolled in the Cinema Studies program who volunteer their time to participate in the growth of the program, to facilitate student concerns with the faculty, and organize and run film screenings, especially the popular weekly series: Free Friday Films.

Commerce Students' Association (CSA)

Computer Science Students' Union (CSSU)

The Computer Science Students' Union (CSSU) interacts with faculty, staff and other clubs of the university on behalf of students in computer science. It helps to build the computer science community by holding social events like game night, pub night, and special events like the pancake breakfast. They hold seminars which are accessible to people anywhere in their studies. They also have an office where people can come by and lounge, while also selling food and drinks there with the money going to help put on events. Everyone is welcome to drop by the CSSU office and hang out.

Criminology Students' Union (CRIMSU)

East Asian Studies Students' Union (EASSU)

The East Asian Studies Students' Union (EASSU) is an active student body dedicated to the undergraduate students of the East Asian Department. We are not only a liaison between students and the department, but we are here to make your learning experience more enjoyable and fulfilling. Throughout the year, we hold both academic and social events that relate to the East Asian cultures. If you are interested in helping out with events or would like to participate in an event, please contact us. Get INVOLVED and make your university experience the best it can be.

Ecology & Evolutionary Biology Union (EEBU)

Economics Students' Association (ESA)

English Students' Union (ESU)

The English Students' Union (ESU) represents anyone taking an English course at the University of Toronto, St. George Campus. Our vision is to foster strong, supportive relationships among English students, and to provide them with information about English-related resources.

The role of the English Students' Union can be summarized in three points:
1. To act as a liaison between English students and the English department.
2. To provide a community for English students.
3. To organize events that promote learning and community-building
among English students.

We host a variety of events including coffeehouses, academic seminars, movie nights, and just recently, our Masquerade. Please feel free to contact us personally. For more information, please visit our website!

Equity Studies Students' Union (ESSU)

The Equity Studies Students' Union represents students majoring in, or taking a course in, the Equity Studies program offered by New College. It facilitates communication between the department and the undergraduate student body, as well as with the Education and Equity program at OISE. The union seeks to foster a critical social and academic community based on social justice principles, and works with other social-justce student groups to promote equity on campus. ESSU also supports and participates in a number of campaigns, including (but not limited to!) the Transitional Year Program Preservation Alliance, the Save Disability Studies campaign, the NO COPS! in schools campaign, and Save Arts&Science at UofT. ESSU is also partnering with other course unions and community organisations to offer an interdisciplinary academic conference called Decolonizing Our Minds, to be held in the winter semester.

Employment Relations Student Assciotiation (ERSA)

Fine Arts Student Union (FASU)

The Fine Arts Student Union (FASU) is a student-run organization based at the St. George Campus at the University of Toronto. FASU exists to enhance the experiences of undergraduate art students in Fine Art History and the Visual Studies program.

Health Studies Students' Union (HSSU)

History Students' Association (HSA)

The History Students' Association is a course union that aims to bring together students and professors with a common interest in history by hosting a number of social and academic events throughout the year. It is also available for consultation on history courses and other history program-related concerns and queries.

The HSA publishes an annual journal of undergraduate student work entitled "The Future of History" and gives students a voice in curriculum and policy-making within the department by representing students at History Department meetings and the Undergraduate Program Committee.

The History Students' Association depends on the interest and participation of history students - every student who takes at least one-half course in history is a member of the student association. Course representatives are elected at the beginning of the semester, and a new Executive is elected every spring.

Human Biology Students' Union (HBSU)

Immunology Students' Association (IMMSA)

International Relations Society (IRS)

Laboratory Medicine & Pathobiology Students' Union (LMPSU)

Molecular Genetics & Microbiology Students' Union (MGYSU)

Near & Middle Eastern Civilizations Students' Union (NMCSU)

Pharmaceutical Chemistry Student Union (PCSU)

Peace and Conflict Society (PACS)

Pharmacology & Toxicology Students' Association (PTSA)

Philosophy Course Union (PCU)

Physics & Astronomy Students' Union (PASU)

Psychology Students' Association (PSA)

Society of Linguistics Undergraduate Students (SLUGS)

South Asian Studies Students' Association (SASSA)

About South Asian Studies Students 'Association (SASSA):

We are a course union which represents undergraduate South Asian Studies students at the University of Toronto. This includes students enrolled in the SAS program, as well as students taking any of the SAS courses (including, but not limited to: POL201, RLG100, HIS282, MUS209, and more.) For a full list of SAS courses come visit, please visit: http://www.artsandscience.utoronto.ca/ofr/calendar/prg_sas.htm

You can contact SASSA through e-mail: students.sassa@utoronto.ca OR Join us on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=169911029147&ref=ts

Your current Executives:
Binish Ahmed - President
Naushad Ali Husein - VP Events
Tanya Guha - VP Finance
Afsheen Is - VP External Affairs
Stephen Gucciardi - VP Academic Affairs
Hilary Barlow - VP Communications
Shawn Khan - Web Support

Toronto Undergraduate Geography Society (TUGS)

Undergraduate Geology Association (UGA)

Undergraduate Physiology Students' Association (UPSA)

Undergraduate Sociology Students' Union (USSU)

Urban Studies Students' Union (URSSU)

Women & Gender Studies Students' Union (WGSSU)