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The Longevity of Masonry

This year’s masonry design competition challenges students to develop an innovative conceptual masonry design which highlights the sustainable nature of masonry wall systems. Successful applicants will present visualizations of masonry systems and their architectural potential.

Eligibility

*This competition is open to any student(s) currently enrolled in their undergraduate B.A.S. or graduate M.Arch at the School of Architecture, University of Waterloo.

Thursday, June 8, 2023 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Waterloo Architecture Alumni Reception | TORONTO

We invite Waterloo Architecture Alumni to come together to connect with fellow alumni, as well as faculty members, students, and staff of the School.

Maya Przybylski, Interim O’Donovan Director, School of Architecture, University of Waterloo, will be saying a few words regarding the 2023 year, including exciting updates from the School, upcoming alumni events, new international student opportunities, and more! Refreshments will be served. Please confirm your attendance by purchasing your tickets in advance of the event, no later than June 3rd, 2023.

Alison Brooks (BES, 1985, BARCH, 1988, DENG, 2016) is one of the UK’s most highly awarded and internationally acclaimed architects, she has produced works encompassing urban design and housing, higher education buildings, private houses and public buildings for the arts. In a recent interview with Madame Architect, Alison discusses self-sufficiency, creativity, and professionalism, advising those just starting their careers to make time for creative thinking.

Wednesday, November 23, 2022 11:45 am - 2:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Velocity $5K Finals

The Velocity $5K pitch competition offers the opportunity for University of Waterloo student-led teams with innovative solutions and high potential business ideas to showcase their hard work and compete for grant funding.

Thursday, November 10, 2022 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00) Thursday, November 10, 2022 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Velocity $5K Semi-Finals

This is your opportunity to be in the audience as UWaterloo student teams pitch their startup ideas to a panel of judges from the local community. The top 8 teams from across night one and night two will move on to the Velocity $5K Finals on November 23rd to compete for a chance at one of four $5,000 prizes in grant funding to help turn their concept into a reality.