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SUMMARY:Win a PC Setup!
DESCRIPTION:Win a PC setup!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				HOW TO WIN\n1.   Follow SAMU on Instagram AND TikTok (@sa_macewan) \n2.   Comment on the contest post on Instagram and TikTok and tell us your favourite spot in the SAMU Building \n3.   Earn extra entries — tag up to 5 friends on one of the contest posts. **Maximum 5 extra entries per student \n4.   If you are selected as the winner\, you must sign a Prize Declaration and Release form (we’ll get in touch on Instagram!) \n5.   Pick up your new setup at the SAMU Admin Offices! \n			\n				Follow on Tik Tok\n			\n				Follow on Instagram\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n				\n						 \n						\n					\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				THE PRIZE\nYour new PC setup includes: \n\n1 Acer XC-840-EB14 Aspire Desktop\n1 INCASE Bluetooth Mouse\n1 Steelseries Apex 3 Gaming Keyboard\n1 22 inch SAMSUNG Monitor\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				CONTEST RULES\n\nAll entrants must agree to the Contest Rules and sign a Prize Declaration and Release form in order to claim their prize\nThe winner MUST be a current MacEwan student (enrolled in Fall 2026)\nWe will contact the winner on Instagram with the SAMU Instagram account (@sa_macewan)\nThis contest opens at 8:00 a.m. on Monday\, September 21\, 2026\, and closes at 4:00 p.m. on Friday\, October 23\, 2026.\n\n			\n				Contest Rules\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				DISCLAIMER FOR ENTRANTS\nSAMU will contact the winner on Instagram through the SAMU Instagram account. The only official SAMU Instagram account is @sa_macewan. SAMU will never request your financial information or payment details\, passwords\, or other sensitive informantion beyond that which is stated above and in the contest rules. Be aware of fake accounts attempting to impersonate SAMU or claiming you won this contest. Do not engage with suspicious messages\, accounts\, links or profiles. If a suspicious account contacts you\, be sure to report and block it immediately.
URL:https://samu.ca/event/socialcontest/
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SUMMARY:SAMU Surveys: Let's Talk Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Talk Mental Health\n			\n				Take our survey!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				SAMU is looking to better understand the state of student mental health at MacEwan University and what contributes to the challenges you face. This survey is your chance to tell us what your needs are and how we can advocate on your behalf. \nSURVEY DURATION: October 1 – 30\, 2026 \nYOUR RESPONSES MATTER\nYour feedback influences our advocacy to the university! You can help us advocate for stronger and more accessible student mental health supports that address the problems you face every day. Take the survey today to help improve student mental health at MacEwan! \nTAKE SURVEYS\, WIN PRIZES\nEach time you complete a SAMU survey\, you’re entered to win great prizes! Every survey features one $500 gift card plus five $100 gift cards to win. \nPlus\, every time you take a SAMU survey\, you’re entered into our Grand Prize Draw for one of the following: \n\n$1000 gift card of the winner’s choice*\n$1000 tuition credit\n$1000 home appliance prize pack\, featuring an air fryer\, coffee maker\, and Instant Pot slow cooker.\n\nOne entry into the grand prize draw per survey completed! Take all three surveys for an extra entry! \nAll entrants must agree to the Contest Rules of the grand prize and the survey they are entering. The grand prize draw will occur in Spring 2027\, and each individual survey prize draw will occur as specified in it’s specific contest rules. \n			\n				Mental Health Survey Contest Rules\n			\n				Grand Prize Contest Rules\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\n\n* winner may select a gift card to one of the following retailers: Apple\, Amazon\, Walmart\, BestBuy\, Guusto.
URL:https://samu.ca/event/surveys/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261019T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261019T133000
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SUMMARY:Financial Wellness Fair - Culture Cafe
DESCRIPTION:SAMU CULTURE CAFE – Financial Wellness Fair\n\nExplore\, Connect\, and Belong\nCulture Cafe is a unique opportunity for you to build connections through global traditions\, one sip and conversation at a time. Come on by and experience a welcoming space where you can appreciate and learn about different cultures and feel part of the SAMU community. \n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Financial Wellness Fair | Oct 19\, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Students’ Lounge (SA-216)\nConnect with financial experts and community organizations to learn about budgeting\, saving\, credit information\, and financial planning. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Sign up for reminders about upcoming Culture Cafe events through the form below!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Get Monthly Reminders! \n				 \n\n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n\nOur Culture Cafe will host events once a month\, each featuring a cultural activity paired with an educational component to inspire connection across diverse backgrounds. \n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				CULTURE CAFE SCHEDULE:\nEach FREE event below will have all necessary materials provided and DOES NOT require registration to attend.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Cookies and Conversations | Nov 18\, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Students’ Lounge (SA-216)\nEnjoy cookies while connecting with fellow students through meaningful conversations that foster community\, belonging\, and new friendships.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Rest and Reset | Dec 7\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | The Lookout (SA–200)\nTake a break before exams with relaxing activities designed to reduce stress\, promote well-being\, and help you recharge for the end of the semester.
URL:https://samu.ca/event/financial-wellness-fair-culture-cafe/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
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SUMMARY:Dirty Sexy Bingo^2
DESCRIPTION:DIRTY SEXY BINGO2\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				We are SOLD OUT!\nTickets are no longer available for purchase. Stay tuned for announcements about upcoming Dirty Sexy Bingo events. You can still register on Eventbrite to be on the waitlist. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Come out to Towers for Dirty Sexy Bingo hosted by Drag Queen\, Vanity Fair! Limited seating available. \nFEATURING NSFW AND SFW PRIZES TO WIN\nTICKETS:\n\nSTUDENT*: $5 + Eventbrite Fees (Students can only purchase tickets to attend one of the dates\, not both.)\nSTUDENT + GUEST**: $15 + Eventbrite Fees\n\nDates: Wed\, Oct 21 & Thurs\, Oct 22 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Doors open 5:00 PM)Location: Towers\, Building 6 \n* This is a single admission ticket purchase. Student rates apply to currently enrolled MacEwan students only.* Students can only purchase tickets to attend one of the dates\, not both.** STUDENT+ GUEST tickets can only be purchased by currently enrolled MacEwan Students. This includes tickets for BOTH the student and their guest. Availability is limited. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Meet Our Host: Vanity Fair!\n				 \nVanity Fair’s love and dedication to Edmonton’s Gay community is endless\, with just over 20 years of involvement. Whether emceeing events or performing at shows and fundraisers\, she adds a unique classic flair to any stage she graces. The gay community of Edmonton has provided her with so much love and support over the years. She definitely feels a need to give back whenever possible. Vanity’s flawless looks\, humor\, quick wit\, and dedication to her craft make her a welcome addition to any event. As one of Edmonton’s local legends\, she will keep audiences laughing and entertained for many years. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Additional Information \n\nStudents may only purchase tickets to attend one of the event dates\, not both.\nBingo starts at 6:00 PM\, and will conclude by 9:00 PM. Students may check-in at the venue starting at 5:00 PM.\nA MyMacEwan email is required to purchase tickets. MacEwan ID will be checked at the door. \nProof of ticket purchase and valid government-issued ID are required at the door.\nSeating is general admission. First-come\, first-served.\nEach round will have NSFW (sexually explicit) prizes and SFW (not explicit) prizes available.\nPrizes come in different sizes. Attendees may win one prize each. Smaller prizes will be provided to second-time winners.\nEach attendee will be supplied with a new card for each game of bingo. We will play several full games of bingo with multiple rounds of prizing in each game.\nAttendees can receive a ticket for our bonus raffle if they bring a non-perishable item to donate to The Pantry. See below for a list of required items.\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				The Pantry Donation List\n				We are unable to accept any items that are: fresh\, homemade\, opened/damaged\, one year+ past expiry. Preferably\, all food items that are donated are not bulk-sized or oversized; we don’t have the capacity to repackage items. \nCommon Donated Items: \n\nCanned Items (vegetables\, fruits\, meats\, soups [vegetarian & vegan] beans)\nGrains (pasta\, rice\, gluten-free\, oats)\nDried Items (beans/legumes\, fruits)\nChildcare Items (diapers\, formula – cannot be expired\, child-friendly snacks\, wipes)\nHygiene Items (toilet paper\, menstrual products\, dental products\, deodorant)\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				18+ Event | STUDENTS $5 | STUDENT+ GUEST $15 | Valid MacEwan ID and gov’t ID required
URL:https://samu.ca/event/dirtybingo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261022T090000
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Club - Oct 22
DESCRIPTION:BREAKFAST CLUB NOW WEEKLY!\nBreakfast club is now available to you every week! Stop by the SAMU Student Lounge on Thursdays to build a free\, nutritious breakfast that meets your dietary needs*. \nBreakfast Club is located in the Student Lounge\, and runs from 9-11:30 AM or until supplies last!* \nWe strive to accommodate as many dietary restrictions as possible. If you have any questions or concerns about dietary restrictions\, please contact the Breakfast Club Assistant at sabreakfastclub@macewan.ca \n \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				 2026 FALL TERM DATES:\nAll Breakfast Club events run from 9-11:30 AM or until supplies last. \n September 24\, 2026 October 1\, 2026 October 8\, 2026 October 15\, 2026 October 22\, 2026 October 29\, 2026 November 5\, 2026 November 19\, 2026 November 26\, 2026 – HOT BREAKFAST \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				 2027 WINTER TERM DATES:\nAll Breakfast Club events run from 9-11:30 AM or until supplies last. \n January 7\, 2027 January 14\, 2027January 21\, 2027January 28\, 2027February 4\, 2027February 11\, 2027February 25\, 2027 March 4\, 2027 March 11\, 2027March 18\, 2027 March 25\, 2027 April 1\, 2027 April 8\, 2027 – HOT BREAKFAST \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				 Questions?\nIf you have any questions\, check out the full Breakfast Club page!\n			\n				Click Here
URL:https://samu.ca/event/breakfast-club-oct-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261023T110000
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SUMMARY:Clay Creations - Maker Series
DESCRIPTION:Clay Creations – Maker Series\nLife is what you make it! \nJoin us to create with clay! Bring your imagination to life with easy-to-shape modeling clay. Whether its a spooky accessory for the Halloween season or a new trinket for your desk\, all inspirations are welcome! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Maker Series Schedule:\nClay Creations | Oct 23\, 11AM – 2PMCarabiner Keychain Making | Nov 27\, 11AM – 2PMSeasonal Craft | Dec 1 – 3 | Held During Holiday MarketVision Boards | Jan 8\, 11AM – 2PMValentine’s Day Card Making | Feb 12\, 11AM – 2PMPot Painting | Mar 16-18 | Held During Spring Market \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Sign up for reminders about upcoming Maker Series events here!\n				 \n\n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				All Maker Series events will take place in the SAMU Student Lounge (SA-216) or The Lookout (SA-200) during Holiday/Spring markets.\nFIRST COME\, FIRST SERVETime limits may be enforced to ensure as many students can participate as possible.\nCandle PaintingSeptember 18\, 11AM – 2PMBring your friends to light up the night with a free custom painted candle! This exciting opportunity allows you to showcase your creativity with a candle that you can gift to someone or take home! \nClay CreationsOctober 23\, 11AM – 2PMJoin us to create with clay! Bring your imagination to life with easy-to-shape modeling clay. Whether its a spooky accessory for the Halloween season or a new trinket for your desk\, all inspirations are welcome! \nCarabiner Keychain MakingNovember 27\, 11AM – 2PMNever lose your keys again! We provide all the trinkets and charms you could need to make a custom carabiner keychain. \nSeasonal CraftsDecember 1-3\, Held During Holiday MarketStop by our annual Holiday Market to enjoy a seasonal craft\, details coming soon! \nVision BoardsJanuary 8\, 11AM – 2PMKeep yourself inspired by putting your goals onto a custom vision board\, all supplies provided! What better way to start off the new year\, than to set new goals? \nValentine’s Day Card MakingFebruary 12\, 11AM – 2PMShow that special someone that you’re thinking about them with a custom Valentine’s card! Choose from blank or printed cards and add your own message with an assortment of fun craft items. \nPot PaintingMarch 16-18\, Held During Spring MarketWith life in bloom during the Spring\, we are excited to host a pot painting session at Spring Market! All pots and paints are provided for your to let your mind run wild and usher in a new season.
URL:https://samu.ca/event/clay-creations-maker-series/
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