About Us
Who are we?
The Lazaridis Students' Society ("LazSoc") is a student-run organization at the Lazaridis School of Business & Economics. We oversee 23 subsidiary clubs, associations, and committees made up of 6,000+ undergraduate students.
What do we do?
LazSoc strives to enrich the Lazaridis student experience beyond the classroom. Our clubs host a variety of events throughout the year which provide opportunities for learning new skills, networking, and personal growth.
Presidents
The Presidents oversee all operational aspects of LazSoc, working closely with the Executive Leadership Team. We set the vision and mission for the organization as a whole and make high level operational decisions to ensure that we are always providing the best possible student experience for every Laz student. We act as senior resources for our internal team as well as the clubs’ community. We also work closely with Lazaridis faculty and the Dean’s office, and represent the student body on a number of faculty and administrative committees.
Club Strategy
The Club Strategy portfolio provides a support system for our 23 clubs that operate under the Lazaridis Students’ Society. By constructing a positive environment in which all clubs feel supported, this portfolio ensures that our club offerings provide unique value to the students of Laz.
Operations
The Operations portfolio plans and executes all notable flagship events for the student body such as Orientation Day, the Lazaridis Networking Gala, and the Year End Gala. These events provide students with opportunities to learn new skills, network and get involved in the club's community. The portfolio is in charge of all logistics for major events and strives to enrich the Lazaridis student experience beyond the classroom!
Internal & EDI
The Internal & EDI portfolio operates to facilitate a welcoming and inclusive club culture within our Executive Team and Clubs Community. We manage many functions within the organization, including administrative tasks, engaging our team in ED&I practices, and building connections with students in the Lazaridis Faculty. Our overall purpose is to support the team in accomplishing meaningful work while building foundational relationships.
Philanthropy
The Philanthropy portfolio aims to plan and execute various events with a focus on giving back. Our goal is to provide value not only to students within the Lazaridis community but also to businesses and charitable organizations across Ontario.
Technology
The Technology portfolio oversees the management of our website, ensuring that all clubs and content are accurately and effectively represented online. In addition to website management, we also engage in a diverse range of activities, including data analytics, software development, product management, and UX design. Our team is dedicated to leveraging technology to enhance user experience and support the organization's initiatives.
Corporate Relations
The Corporate Portfolio is responsible for maintaining and growing the current base of LazSoc’s corporate partners. The team is responsible for creating partnerships on behalf of the Lazaridis Students’ Society, and bringing value to students by creating recruitment opportunities through company representative presence on campus or in attendance at our events.
Finance
The Finance Portfolio oversees the financial transactions and finance needs of not only LazSoc, but all the clubs within the Lazaridis Faculty. By working hand-in-hand with each club individually, we are able to ensure that clubs have the financial resources they need to host events that provide value to all students.
Marketing
The Marketing portfolio manages and operates all of LazSoc’s marketing and communication platforms. This includes but is not limited to the content creation and management of all social media channels, email blasts, and in-person outreach. Our goal is to keep students engaged and informed on the happenings within the Lazaridis community, as well as to support our clubs in showcasing their events and achievements via takeovers. This is accomplished through online posts, the writing and editing of forms of communication such as MorningByte newsletters, robust event promotions, and the designing and distributing unique LazSoc merchandise.
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