The Faculty Association of University of Waterloo (FAUW) works to ensure collegiality, inclusivity, diversity, and academic freedom for approximately 1,300 faculty members at Waterloo. Join us in our efforts to make Waterloo a better place to work and learn.
Opportunities
The Chair of the Board and of general meetings shall be appointed annually, from among the membership, on the NEC’s recommendation, for ratification by the Board.
FAUW is seeking 1 member to serve a 1-year term as Chair of the FAUW Board of Directors and (minimum) April and December General Meetings.
Two FAUW representatives are needed for the Award of Excellence in Graduate Supervision (AEGS) committee: one primary and one back-up.
The Teaching Stream Faculty (formerly Lecturers') Committee advises the FAUW Board on matters pertaining to the working conditions of teaching stream faculty.
This committee is currently seeking 1 member representing the Faculty of Science, for a 2-year term beginning July 1, 2026 (or when a rep is found).
The Nominating and Elections Committee oversees FAUW elections, and works to find the best-suited people to represent FAUW members on the Board and on University and joint committees.
The NEC is seeking 2 - 5 new members, each to serve a 2-year term beginning from the date of appointment.
The FLAUW Force Working Group is exploring how to integrate Librarians and Archivists at Waterloo into FAUW and will make recommendations to the FAUW Board about how this integration would be reflected in the MOA.
There are two vacancies in this working group, for a 1-year term beginning July 1, 2026.
All interested members are encouraged to apply.
Events
FAUWside Chat - November 2026
Join us, November 20th, 2026, where we will meet the candidates for the 2027–2029 Presidential nominations!
Snacks and drinks will be provided!
December General Meeting
FAUW December General Meeting 2026
FAUWside Chat - December 2026
Join us, December 11th, 2026, where Board member colleagues will discuss: TBA.
Snacks and drinks will be provided!