United College is a vibrant community and welcoming home for students at the University of Waterloo. Located in the heart of campus, we offer more than just a place to live. Our residence community brings students together through connection, support, and shared experiences. Alongside vibrant residence life, United is also a place to learn and lead, with unique academic programs and hands-on opportunities to create social and environmental impact.
Whether you’re here to find lifelong friends, explore new ideas, or drive meaningful change, United is where you can live fully, learn deeply, and shape a better future
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Finding Confidence Through Community: Alexandra Minard's United College Story
When Alexandra Minard first looked toward the University of Waterloo, the path ahead was wide open. Like many incoming students, she was drawn by the promise of the university’s renowned co-op program, a chance to gain a competitive edge and real-world experience. But the decision of where to live was guided by a more personal connection: her mother’s own history.
Building Community Through Innovation: Trishala Pillai Honoured with Emerging Alumni Award
At United College, student ideas don’t just stay in the classroom, they grow into movements, businesses, and community impact. That spirit was celebrated this past spring as alum Trishala Pillai (BA '16)returned to the college to officially receive the Emerging Alumni Award in recognition of her leadership, innovation, and commitment to creating meaningful change.
Jordyn Maywood’s Journey of Leadership, Community and Engineering Excellence
For Jordyn Maywood, the secret to navigating the intensity of a Biomedical Engineering degree at the University of Waterloo began with finding her circle.
By choosing to live at United College in the Women in Engineering Living-Learning Community (LLC) during her first year, she gained a vital support system that fostered both confidence and inclusion.