At the heart of Saskatoon, on Treaty 6 territory and the homeland of the Métis, is the University of Saskatchewan, one of Canada’s top research universities. Driven by prairie spirit, we make life better for the people of Saskatchewan and the world.
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About
History
The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) is a Canadian public research university, founded on March 19, 1907, and located on the east side of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. An "Act to establish and incorporate a University for the Province of Saskatchewan" was passed by the provincial legislature in 1907.
Education
USask is one of the top research-intensive, medical doctoral universities in Canada, and is home to world-leading research in areas of global importance, like water and food security. Study and discovery is enhanced by our outstanding facilities, including the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, VIDO-InterVac, the Global Institute for Food Security, the Global Institute for Water Security and the Sylvia Fedoruk Centre for Nuclear Innovation.
Research
The USask researchers work closely with their key community advisor, Tammy Girolami, a principal within the Saskatoon Public School Division (SPSD), which was the original partner for the IYMP in Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan team also works with teachers and students within SPSD, as well as with Indigenous university student volunteers to implement the IYMP in Saskatchewan. Now in its third year, the IYMP has been implemented in 13 communities across Canada.
Career
We offer a competitive wage package reflective of your qualifications with the opportunity for performance-based pay.
Our employees are a part of the fabric of our campus community. We strive to create a supportive, inclusive and enabling community.
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
301
2021
301
2020
301
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
441 69
2022
510 28
2021
538
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
473 -15
2022
458 7
2021
465
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
501
2022
501 -100
2021
401
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Student Services encompasses a number of specific support and information groups including the Office of Student Affairs, the Indigenous Student Services and the Office of Career Advising & Mentorship.Our services provide a safe place for current MD undergraduate students to seek support when they have academic or personal issues. We provide resources and support around mental and physical health, mistreatment and discrimination, disabilities, financial planning, and career advising and mentorship.Mission
- To inspire students to achieve their maximum potential in academic and personal growth as a fundamental component of their college training
- To assist in a consultant role on student initiatives and projects
Housing services
Voyageur Place dormitory reservations consist of a single or double room with dresser, desk, desk lamp, closet, and window. Weekly linen service (sheets, blanket, pillow, and towels) as well as soap are provided and washroom facilities are shared and located in the hallways. The following room types are available at Voyageur Place:
- Single (not shared) with one bed per room
- Double rooms (shared) with two beds per room. Reservations are made per bed space
Library services
The library provides year-round and around-the-clock access to an extensive electronic collection. There are seven campus locations.
ICT services
The Technology Assessment is an all-inclusive approach to evaluating the potential purchase or requests for additions/changes to information systems. Proposals are analyzed for concerns in 4 main areas: risk, compliance, business continuity, and organizational fit with representation from several different disciplines across the institution, including Enterprise Architecture.
Medical services
- At the U of S dental clinics patients are provided up-to-date and evidence-based care by students under the supervision of licensed dentists with state-of-the-art technology.
- The Veterinary Medical Centre (VMC) is a state-of-the-art animal health facility that offers a wide range of clinical and referral services to western Canadian animal owners and veterinarians.
Student Life
Campus life
Established in 1907, nestled along the banks of the South Saskatchewan River, our historic campus is recognized as one of the most beautiful in Canada.
Sports facilities
Physical Activity Complex, Fit Centre, Campus Recreation and community programs including kid's camps, aquatics and dance.
Student clubs
Student Discipline Groups
- Chemical Engineering Student Society (ChESS)
- Civil Engineering Student Society (CSCE)
- Environmental Engineering Student Society (ENVESS)
- Geological Engineering Student Society (GESS)
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Usask Student Chapter
- Mechanical Engineering Student Association (MESA)
- Huskie Formula Racing (SAE)
- Steel Bridge Design Team
- USask Aero Design Team
- USask Sled Dogs Quarter-Scale Tractor Team
- USask Space Design Team (USST)
- Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy, and Petroleum (CIM) Usask Student Chapter
- Engineers Without Borders
- Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Usask Student Chapter
Accreditation
Our College of Engineering offers eight undergraduate programs, all accredited by Engineers Canada. It will conduct its next accreditation visit to our college in 2020.
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