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Cleopatra VII: a dean's lessons on fake news from ancient history

As Sheila Ager wraps up her term as dean of Arts, she reflects on what another leader's story teaches us about the limits of knowledge.

Archival photo of a 1920s across portaying Cleopatra

Tech for mental health

A young man and woman laughing and talking at a picnic table outside a building

What does a 35-year-old start-up look like?

Arts alum and the President and CEO of Kids Help Phone on how continuous tech innovation supports Canada’s youth in their mental health and wellness journey

Students working in groups and listening to a speaker at the Stratford Campus

Stratford students design for better healthcare access

At a recent design jam sponsored by Sunlife Financial, students were challenged to create solutions that help to destigmatize mental health.

Social impact

A young black man stands infront of a screen with an image of Kingston Penitentiary projected across him

Just hold on

Dr. Adam Ellis co-creates a hip hop song to help youth learn about the pitfalls of crime, violence and other social challenges.

A forest of tall trees standing like columns on a building

Knowing our history to know ourselves

Dr. Susan Roy on supporting the priorities and aspirations of Indigenous communities through partnership and collaboration.

Impact of giving

A lifetime of thoughtful giving: Bob Ewen (BA, Philosophy ’71)

When Bob Ewen passed away last November, Waterloo lost one of its greatest and kindest champions. The philosophy grad who made his name as a high-level banker leaves a long legacy of thoughtful giving, personal involvement with students, and enduring love for Waterloo.