The purposes of the MBASA are included, but not limited to: (a) providing social, networking and career-building activities. ... (b) providing a link through which the students may speak to the Administration or Staff of the school. (c) providing the opportunity for members to acquire leadership skills. (d) promoting positive relationships and communication between Laurentian University and the surrounding community. (e) promoting positive inter-school and intra-school relations. read more