United South Asians at York (USAY)

United South Asians at York (USAY) https://instagram.com/usayyork/
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The United South Asians at York (USAY) is a community service group funded by the York Federation of Students that strives to represent and promote the interests of South Asian students. We work towards improving the living conditions of York University students of the South Asian diaspora by distributing accessible services through USAY and to further improve the social, political, academic opportunities for the South Asian community at York. USAY is also dedicated in continuing the discussion and eradication of the South Asian liberation struggles, as we understand the varying identities and cultures that exist within the South Asian communities. You can reach us at [email protected] or stop by our office in the York University Student Centre at 4700 Keele Street room 449D. Constituencies:
Bangladeshi Students Federation
East African Students Association
Indian Cultural Association
Federation of Nepalese and Tibetan Students
Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce- Young Professionals at York
Malayalee Students Association
Pakistani Students Association
Sikh Students Association
South Asian Alliance
Sri Lankan Students Alliance
Students for Free Tibet
Tamil Students Association
Trinidad and Tobago Students Federation
York Punjabi Association

Be sure to keep up with USAY’s activities by following us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/USAYORK and Instagram at http://instagram.com/usayyork

REMINDER: USAY Associate Applications are still open!Interested in getting involved with United South Asians at York? Th...
09/24/2026

REMINDER: USAY Associate Applications are still open!

Interested in getting involved with United South Asians at York? This is your chance to join our team as an Associate! ❤️

We’re hiring for multiple portfolios, so check out the post for more details on each role.

📅 Applications close Monday, September 28th, 2026!
🔗 Apply through the link in our bio.

Don’t miss your chance to get involved!

SouthAsianStudents CampusLife

Thank you USAY 2025-2026 for setting the bar and creating a safe and joyous space! It’s been an honour to celebrate your...
08/19/2026

Thank you USAY 2025-2026 for setting the bar and creating a safe and joyous space! It’s been an honour to celebrate your accomplishments! As we close one chapter and start another, we are grateful for the foundation you built for us. Your hard work and dedication will continue to shape USAY.

Thank you USAY 2025-2026,
We can’t wait for you all to meet the new team!

A special thanks to
Photographer: vaish
Lighting: Jeh Shroff Jeh Shroff Jeh Shroff Jeh Shroff
Rental equipment: Yesha Production

As USAY prepares to enter the 2026-2027 year, let’s take a moment to celebrate and thank the wonderful team before us! L...
08/19/2026

As USAY prepares to enter the 2026-2027 year, let’s take a moment to celebrate and thank the wonderful team before us! Let us celebrate the wonderful Chair and VPs of year 2025-2026. Thank you for turning ideas into reality with your leadership and dedication. Your lasting impact will inspire the teams that follow!

In order of appearance:

Sia: sia⚓️
Vedant: Vedant Vasudev
Vedanshi: vedanshi ✮
Laksh: Laksh
Gaurika: Gaurika Agarwal
Santusht: Santusht Arora
Aradhya: Aradhya Banerjee

A special thanks to
Photographer: vaish
Lighting: Jeh Shroff Jeh Shroff Jeh Shroff Jeh Shroff
Rental equipment: Yesha Production

As USAY prepares to enter the 2026-2027 year, let’s take a moment to celebrate and thank the wonderful team before us! L...
08/19/2026

As USAY prepares to enter the 2026-2027 year, let’s take a moment to celebrate and thank the wonderful team before us! Let us celebrate the wonderful associates of year 2025-2026. Thank you for always showing up with passion and dedication to support the South Asian community. We will forever be grateful!

In order of appearance:
Khushi
Aneesh: Aneesh Rishi
Bhumika: bhumika soni
Vansh: thevlife _

Not pictured, but always a part of the team:
Sehej: Sehej
Pari: Pari
Vashma: وشما

A special thanks to
Photographer: vaish
Lighting: Jeh Shroff Jeh Shroff Jeh Shroff Jeh Shroff
Rental equipment: Yesha Production

We are excited to announce the incoming 2026-2027 USAY team!Leadership is about more than titles—it’s about service, adv...
06/18/2026

We are excited to announce the incoming 2026-2027 USAY team!

Leadership is about more than titles—it’s about service, advocacy, and showing up for the communities we represent. This team is ready to take on that responsibility by advancing our advocacy efforts, representing our membership, and strengthening South Asian student voices at York..

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s election process. We’re excited to welcome this next chapter of USAY and the collective work ahead.

Always in Solidarity,
Anisha Manyal
Chief Returning Officer, 2026

USAY EXECUTIVE TEAM APPLICATIONS 2026–2027 ARE NOW OPENWe’re looking for motivated, community-driven individuals who wan...
04/20/2026

USAY EXECUTIVE TEAM APPLICATIONS 2026–2027 ARE NOW OPEN

We’re looking for motivated, community-driven individuals who want to take an active role in shaping USAY for the upcoming year!

As part of the Executive Team, you’ll help plan and execute impactful initiatives, contribute to campus-wide programming, and support building a stronger, more inclusive space for South Asian students at York University.

If you’re eager to contribute, take initiative, and make an impact—this is for you!

Please note: These are paid positions.

Eligibility: Open to current York University undergraduate students only. Applicants must not be a signing authority for any USAY constituencies.

Deadline to apply: Monday, May 1st at 11:59 PM (EST)

For any questions, feel free to reach out via DM or email us at [email protected]

Best of luck to you all!

Anisha Manyal
— Senior Advisor & CRO, USAY

Community Campaign [3/3]The harm is already being done, but how can we combat this erasure and ensure South Asian fashio...
04/20/2026

Community Campaign [3/3]

The harm is already being done, but how can we combat this erasure and ensure South Asian fashion remains acknowledged?

Community Campaign [2/3]We take a look of why the erasure of South Asian inspiration in global fashion is important and ...
04/20/2026

Community Campaign [2/3]

We take a look of why the erasure of South Asian inspiration in global fashion is important and what are its impacts.

For USAY’s Community Campaign, let’s unpack the cultural appropriation of South Asian fashion. What moment sparked this ...
04/20/2026

For USAY’s Community Campaign, let’s unpack the cultural appropriation of South Asian fashion. What moment sparked this contested topic?

Featuring as part of our giveaway partners 🤍
04/18/2026

Featuring as part of our giveaway partners 🤍

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Suite 449D Student Centre, 4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON
M3J1P3

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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