Throughout 2022, the University of Waterloo set out to answer: "what do we aspire to be known for by our 100th anniversary in 2057?"
University of Waterloo alumni volunteers are a group of people with vast skill sets, incredible passion and innovative minds who work to grow and inspire the future of Waterloo.
In honour of National Volunteer Week 2023, we talked to a diverse group of alumni volunteers who lead, teach and connect with other alumni, current students and future students. Each of our featured volunteers has a unique approach to their philanthropy with Waterloo.
If you were also a Waterloo student in the 1960s or 70s, you probably understand why. At that time, the Math and Computer building (MC) housed the largest computer in Canada, the IBM 360 Model 75. It was housed in the centre of MC, and any student or passerby could peer in through the windows to see its gigantic size.
Math alum Arda Öcal (BMath '05) shares how his hobby led to a career in sports media.
Arda Öcal (BMath '05) studied math at Waterloo because it would lead to a stable career. But he was more interested in media. He wrote for Imprint and hung out at CKMS, Waterloo's student radio station. After graduation, he followed that passion, and today he's the host of Sportcentre and NHL on ESPN.
In a future that promises opportunity and waves of disruption, which skills will great leaders need to achieve their goals?
Leadership expert Rose M. Patten addressed this question in an armchair chat at the University of Waterloo on March 1, 2023.
In the spirit of Valentine's Day, explore seven stories of students who found love on campus - with others and with their work.
Daniel received a bursary from the Faculty of Mathematics Undergraduate Scholarships Fund and completed his undergraduate degree in the Mathematics/Chartered Professional Accountancy (CPA) program with perseverance, hard work and help from donors.
Monthly donations provide dependable funding to support innovative programs like the Waterloo Experience Accelerate Program, helping students acquire in-demand skills through work-integrated learning.
Circle donors help support grassroots initiatives like the Indigenous Research Guide, a project aimed at advancing Indigenous studies and research on campus.