University Of Victoria Students' Society
The University of Victoria Students' Society (UVSS), founded in 1921 and incorporated in 1964, is a student society that represents all undergraduate students at the University of Victoria.
The UVSS serves a duel role as a service provider and advocacy organization to its members. Through the Student Union Building (SUB), a number of businesses and services are run by the UVSS for students. The UVSS also has many ongoing student-focused advocacy campaigns such as lowering student debt and improving public transit.
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