Winter 2017

  • Students sitting in Velocity Start

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    Winter 2017

    Velocity Start

    The Startup Assistant

    Velocity Start is a new work-space on campus that opened in January 2016. It aims to provide an encouraging and helpful environment for aspiring entrepreneurs. At Velocity Start you can meet students from all educational backgrounds, eager to talk about business. Working with other people who are business-oriented is a great way to network and learn something about business.


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    Winter 2017

    Useful Apps for Students, Faculty, and Staff

    Here to Make Your Life a Little Easier

    Having the right applications on your phone can help enhance your professional development, if you’re a faculty or staff member, and your academic performance, if you’re a student. This article will cover a few applications that can be useful whether you are trying to get through your degree(s) or your professional career at the University of Waterloo.


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    Google Search Features

    Make Your Searches More Efficient

    Use Google more efficiently to find things faster! Learn how to restrict your search results, find specific phrases, eliminate related terms from results, browse websites similar to what you might already by on, and how to look for specific file formats.


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    Lynda.com

    Your Online Tool for Learning New Skills

    Have you ever wanted to learn a new programming language, pick up a new business/workplace skill, or hone your photography skills? Lynda.com allows people to attend online courses on a wide range of subjects. Access to these courses is free for university employees.


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    Winter 2017

    Outlook 2016 and Office 365

    Welcomed Updates

    Office 365 is now available for all students at the University of Waterloo. This new email and collaboration service also includes the latest versions of Office 2016, including Outlook 2016. This article will outline some of the latest features that are included in Outlook 2016 and how they can improve your Outlook experience and make you more efficient.


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    Winter 2017

    Personal Websites

    Express Yourself to your Networks

    Your personal website can be used for professional purposes as well as personal ones. A personal website does not need to be formal and serious, and so can be a way of showcasing your creativity. Sometimes school and or work can get overwhelming and you would like a getaway.


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