Faculty of Science Students' Association

With the 2025/2026 academic year coming to a close, the FOSSA executive team wants to say a huge THANK YOU to our 9,000+ science students for being such an integral part of our community this year.

We are grateful for every one of YOU for coming out to our events, wearing your Science sweaters around campus, stopping by FOSSA Fuel, entering our giveaways, and staying connected through Instagram, our newsletter Monthly Challenges, and more.

Your support never went unnoticed, . 💛💜

As we look ahead bringing you even more events, initiatives, and opportunities, we’re so thankful for all the memories we were able to create together throughout this year.

Until then, we hope you have a happy, healthy, and safe summer.☀️

Reliving a night full of elegant fits and incredible energy all around. 🖤✨

Photos from the evening are now accessible through the link in our bio and on the FOSSA website 📸

Thank you to everyone who came out and made FOSSA Formal 2026 so special. Good luck on final exams, ! 📝

FOSSA’s back with another giveaway...THIS time at FURC!

Join us in welcoming Dr. Roberta Bondar as the keynote speaker for our final day of 🌎🔬

Don’t miss your chance to learn from a remarkable Canadian scientist and astronaut! 👩‍🚀

All attendees at the keynote will be entered to win either a:
🎮 PS5
💨 Dyson Airwrap      
☕ Nespresso Coffee Machine

*NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED‼️
**Must be present at event

🕖: March 29th @ 7pm
📍: LH1001 (Lazaridis Building)

For any questions or concerns, please contact [email protected]

We’re excited to announce Dr. Roberta Bondar as a speaker at ! 🚀✨

Please join us in welcoming Canada’s first female astronaut and the first neurologist in space, as well as a distinguished researcher! 🔬

Dr. Bondar flew aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery and has led groundbreaking research on how spaceflight affects the human body. Since then, she’s continued to inspire people through her work in science, medicine, and environmental conservation. 🌎

FOSSA is incredibly excited to host such an inspiring Canadian scientist. This is a rare opportunity to hear from a leader who has pushed the boundaries of space exploration to protecting our planet.

🗓️ March 29th
🕖 7:00pm
📍LH1001

Trust us, you won’t want to miss this one. NO TICKETS REQUIRED!

For any inquiries, please contact [email protected]

ATTENTION 🗣️ ONLY 100 TICKETS REMAIN FOR FOSSA FORMAL 2026!

Secure your spot at the biggest event of the year before tickets are gone. ♠️✨

Tap the link in our bio to purchase your tickets TODAY, $10 each. 🎫

See you on Thursday, !

IS UPON US, FOSSAFam! 🛰️

Check out this year’s FURC schedule to see who’s presenting and when throughout the week.

All presentations will take place in the Science Atrium. Make sure to stop by, ask questions, and explore the incredible research happening across the Faculty of Science! 🧪

Wrapping up the week, we have our Keynote Speaker on March 29th in LH1001! Stay tuned for the reveal… 👩‍🚀

Mark your calendars for March 24th–29th, you won’t want to miss it!

For any inquiries related to this year’s FOSSA Undergraduate Research Conference, please contact [email protected].

FOSSA PRESENTS... 🌎🔬

The 6th Annual FOSSA Undergraduate Research Conference (FURC) is taking place March 24th–29th, bringing together Faculty of Science students conducting research through their thesis or directed studies to showcase their work.🥼

Swipe ➡️to view some FAQs about this opportunity. All Laurier students are welcome and encouraged to attend, so come support your peers and learn about the exciting research happening across our faculty!

Stay tuned to find out who our Keynote Speaker will be for (hint: 👩‍🚀🚀🩺)

Interested in presenting? Please submit your abstract and poster through the Google Form 🔗 in our bio. The poster submission deadline is March 18th at 12:00 PM.

For any questions, comments, or concerns regarding FURC 2026, please contact [email protected].

Monochrome elegance, a little shimmer, and of course... ANOTHER FOSSA FORMAL GIVEAWAY! 🖤🪩

Under the lights at Club Noir, FOSSA is giving away an iPad air and a Canon SX740 at this year’s FOSSA Formal 📱📸.

🎟️ Every person who bought a ticket is automatically entered to win! Conditions apply*

🗓️ Thursday, March 12
🕐 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
📍 The Turret

*Open to Wilfrid Laurier University students only. Must be present at FOSSA Formal to claim the prize.

Good luck to everyone attending!
See you at Club Noir🖤🥂