Plan your visit

Get ready for your visit to campus! Learn more about events happening across campus and check out the digital guide.

We can’t wait to see you on campus on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7, 2025!

Event Details

REdiscover UWaterloo

All Saturday Reunion registrants have access to REdiscover UWaterloo events across campus. Take part in hands-on activities, tours, demonstrations and more or take a self-guided tour to your favourite spots. Learn more about the all the events as you plan your visit to campus.

Events with Pre-registration

Learn more about dress code, arrival time and parking details. All events are still open for registration!

Rock This Town - Encore! | Friday | 6 p.m.

Doors open at 6 p.m. and we encourage you to arrive early to visit the archives and memorabilia display and to pick up your refreshments before the screening begins. Wear your favourite vintage band tee or Waterloo gear!

WHEN: 

Friday, June 6, 2025 | 7 p.m. ET, doors open at 6 p.m.

WHERE: 

Theatre of the Arts, Modern Languages, University of Waterloo

PARKING: 

Complimentary parking in Lot C or $7 in Lot H, paid on exit. Learn more about parking and directions for theatres at UWaterloo.

EVENT PROGRAM: 

  • 6 to 7 p.m. - Reception
  • 7 to 8:10 p.m. - Rock This Town film screening
  • 8:10 - 8:40 p.m. - Post-screening chat

WALKING DIRECTIONS TO THE THEATRE

Once you are on campus, it is a short walk to the theatre. There are signs to follow as you make your way from the ring road across from H lot.

  1. Walk up stairs towards Hagey Hall.
  2. Walk around Hagey Hall to the left of the building.
  3. Turn right and walk along back of Hagey Hall.
  4. Turn left and walk toward Modern Languages.  You will pass Arts Lecture Hall on your right.
  5. You will see a large bronze statue of a boar, the famed Porcellino. You have found the theatre.
  6. Enter the Modern Languages Building and walk down the hall to the theatre.

If you purchased a ticket package, you will receive a concessions voucher at check-in.

Additional drinks and snacks will be available for purchase on-site by debit or credit only. Attendees will be required to show valid government-issued photo identification to consume alcohol.

Anatomy 202 | Saturday | 9 to 11:30 a.m.

AGENDA

  • 8:50 a.m. - Park in LOT M – the Health Expansion Building is beside the parking lot.
  • 9:00 a.m. - Arrive at the Anatomy Lab - Health Expansion Building - EXP 3683 – there will be people around to greet you and help you find your way. 
    • Registration, pick up name tags
    • Light breakfast, juice, coffee, tea (it is highly recommended that you eat something prior to the lab.)
    • Welcome from the Dean of the Health, Lili Liu
    • Prepare and change (if needed) for the lab
  • 9:30 a.m. - Lab Begins
  • 11:30 a.m. - Program wraps up, participants change and depart
     

A certificate of completion and an accompanying letter are provided for those who would like to submit for continuing education credits.
 
You MUST wear closed toe shoes.  Participants should not be wearing sandals, or socks with sandals, or exposed footwear like ballet flats.
 
Lab coats and disposable nitrile gloves will be provided. Masks are available but optional.
 

Warrior Recreation Open House | Saturday | 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Department of Athletics and Recreation warmly invites Waterloo alumni to visit the SLC/PAC and explore some of our most exciting offerings on campus. Swing by and discover our very own rock-climbing wall, try out the Golf Simulator or dive into the virtual realm and experience ESPORTS at UWaterloo

All activities will be available from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.: 

  • Esports – drop in lounge – SLC Multipurpose Room
  • Climbing Wall – PAC 
  • Golf Sim – PAC (Please note that the simulator can accommodate a maximum of four people at a time, so arrive early to get your swings in before hitting the golf course)

Instructions and an overview of all programs offered will be provided to each group. Participants will be required to sign a waiver. All climbing equipment will be provided for guests including shoes and harnesses. We ask that all guests wear athletic clothing and bring their own water bottles. Note: Climbing Wall and Golf Sim have participant limits and pre-registration for a time slot is encouraged. 

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Assumption of Risk

By voluntarily participating in the University of Waterloo's athletics and recreation programs, all participants assume risk of injury. The University of Waterloo does not accept responsibility for injury or loss incurred by any person participating in activities organized and administered by the department programs. Each user is responsible for having his/her own personal medical, dental, and hospital coverage. Information about Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) and Mutual Life Assurance Company (Student Supplementary Health Insurance) is available from Health Services. Participants should follow the guidelines below to enhance personal safety:

  • Have annual physical examinations
  • Warm up and cool down slowly (15 minutes before and after activity).
  • Wear proper and safe equipment appropriate for facility conditions (i.e. footwear, eye protection, helmets, etc.)
  • Check equipment / facilities to ensure they are safe and in good condition prior to starting the activity
  • Report any unsafe equipment or facilities to the Service Desk prior to participating in any activity

By voluntarily participating and using Waterloo's athletics facilities, you agree to adhere to and abide by all rules and policies set forth by the department of Athletics and Recreation. Any Athletics and Recreation staff reserves the right to ask you to leave if rules and/or policies are not followed. In the event of an injury or emergency, go to the Service Desk and inform staff of the situation. First Aid kits, AED units and trained assistance can be found at each Service Desk (PAC and CIF).

In consideration of the University of Waterloo allowing me to attend at a University of Waterloo maintained fields, gyms, arenas, pools or other athletic facility, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged, I hereby agree as follows:

  1. To waive any and all claims that I have or may have in the future against the University of Waterloo and to release the University of Waterloo from any and all liability for any loss, damage, expense or injury, including death, that I may suffer or that my next of kin may suffer;
  2. To hold harmless and indemnify the University of Waterloo from any and all liability for any damage, loss, claim, action, suit or personal injury resulting, directly or indirectly, from my attendance at a University of Waterloo maintained fields, gyms, arenas, pools or other athletic facility; and

This Acknowledgement shall be effective and binding upon my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, assigns and representatives. By entering into this Acknowledgement I am not relying on any oral or written representations or statements made by the University of Waterloo with respect to the safety of my attendance at a University of Waterloo maintained field, diamond or other athletic facility. I confirm that I have read and understood this Acknowledgement prior to signing it, and I am aware that by signing this Acknowledgement I am waiving certain legal rights which I or my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, assigns and representatives, may have against the University of Waterloo, and that I am signing this Acknowledgement voluntarily, realizing that it is a legally binding document.

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Forever Black and Gold Luncheon | Saturday | 12 to 2 p.m.

Do you have any vintage UWaterloo items hidden away? We want to see them! Bring your old jackets, sweaters, yearbooks — whatever you can find! Guests who wear or bring nostalgic items will be entered into a draw for a chance to win great prizes.

WHEN: 

Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 12 to 2 p.m. ET

WHERE: 

Federation Hall, University of Waterloo

PARKING: 

Complimentary parking available across campus. Lots M and R are closest to the event

Your ticket includes a gourmet buffet lunch and a drink ticket. There will be halal, vegetarian and vegan options available. Additional drinks will be available for purchase on-site by debit or credit only.

Do you have a message you'd like to send your fellow alumni? Share a memory, recognize your graduating year or milestone anniversary by submitting your message for a chance to be shown on the big screen!
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Faculty and College Events

Visit your specific Faculty, School or College page to learn more about audience-specific programming.

Additional Information

Parking

Friday. June 6, 2025,

Complimentary parking is available after 5 p.m. in all lots except D, H and ECEC.

Saturday, June 7, 2025

Complimentary parking is available all day in all lots except D, H and ECEC all day. Visit the Campus Map to find the lot closest to your events and visit us at our Welcome Booths in front of South Campus Hall and the Health Expansion building to start your day!

If you are checking in at Reunion HQ, the closest parking lot is lot C. Limited accessible parking is available outside of the Tatham Centre, with additional accessible parking in all lots. 

If you are attending Faculty of Engineering events, the closest parking lots are lot B and Q.

If you are attending the Forever Black and Gold Luncheon, the closest parking lots are lot M and R.

W Store

Celebrate in style with the W Store's wide selection of Waterloo Alumni branded apparel, swag and gifts! Shipping available worldwide. Enjoy exclusive savings in store on June 6 and 7, 2025 when you spend $75 (before taxes) and receive 20% off one full priced crested item.  

South Campus Hall store hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025. 

While you’re at W Store, check out the new collection of vintage postcards capturing student life and architecture from decades past!

Custom Waterloo Jackets, grad rings, diploma frames and course materials are excluded from this offer. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer/promotion. 

Where to eat

The Market

Claudette Millar Hall, UWP: 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Tim Horton's

Student Life Centre (SLC): 9:30 a.m. to 8 a.m.

SmashBites

The Bomber, SLC: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Forever Black and Gold Luncheon

Federation Hall: 12 to 2 p.m. 

Cost: $30.00, includes gourmet buffet lunch and a drink ticket (can be purchased in advance or on-site)

Campus visitor emergency notification system

Each year, UWaterloo welcomes thousands of guests, including guest lecturers, politicians, toddlers in daycare, alumni, parents, contractors and co-op employers. To ensure their safety—along with the entire campus community—Regroup Mobile offers a temporary notification service. This allows visitors to receive any emergency notifications via SMS and email.

Office of Advancement Events Policies

Code of Conduct

To create a welcoming and harassment-free experience for everyone at University of Waterloo Office of Advancement events, all event participants, including attendees, speakers, volunteers and staff are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct in addition to venue or platform-specific policies and local laws, regulations and ordinances, remaining mindful of and taking responsibility for their speech and behaviour at all times. The Code of Conduct applies to all aspects of the main event and any related activities, whether digital or in person.

The University of Waterloo Office of Advancement does not tolerate the following:

  • Words or actions that are disruptive, disrespectful or degrading to others, including any messages, images or interactions by anyone, in any form, regardless of event location.
  • Harassment or discrimination based on citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other characteristic protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Occupational Health and Safety Act or applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

We encourage all attendees to:

  • Participate in an authentic and active way.
  • Exercise consideration and respect in your speech and actions.
  • Attempt collaboration rather than conflict.
  • Be mindful of your surroundings and of your fellow participants.

We encourage everyone to play an active role in creating a welcoming environment. Please report any concerns, harassing behaviour or disruptive activity to event staff.

The University of Waterloo Office of Advancement, at its sole discretion, reserves the right to remove posts or comments as well as refuse admittance to or remove any person in violation of the Code of Conduct from an event at any time.

Notice of Photography

Office of Advancement events may be recorded. Images and audio may be broadcast, reproduced and/or made available in print publications, online or on mobile devices, and may form part of one or more audio-visual productions intended for initial release on the internet, television and on home or mobile devices. By registering to attend and attending an Office of Advancement event, you are consenting to the use of your appearance, image and voice in the production and in any promotion or use of the production in any media throughout the world.

Refund Policy

If you require a refund please contact us at: alumni.events@uwaterloo.ca

Refunds will be given up to 5 business days prior to the event start date.

Contact Us

If you require assistance with registering for this event please contact us at alumni.events@uwaterloo.ca.