Welcome to the Faculty of Arts, a dynamic community of students, faculty and staff working in and across the humanities, social sciences, and fine, performing and media arts.
Through our diverse range of research, teaching, and learning, we contribute positive social impacts in a culturally complex and technologically driven world. Aligned with the University of Waterloo’s strengths in work-integrated learning, Arts prepares students for life and for work with skills and values that emphasize the welfare of individuals, communities, and the environments in which we live.
News
Humanities Theatre gets an upgrade
From motorized rigging to cutting-edge tech, Waterloo’s Humanities Theatre just got a 21st-century glow-up. The transformation enhances safety, technology, and accessibility for audiences and performers alike.
Dean Tcheuyap elected secretary of RSC Academy of Arts and Humanities
Dr. Alexie Tcheuyap, Dean of Arts, has been elected as Secretary of the Royal Society of Canada’s (RSC) Academy of Arts and Humanities. Serving for a three-year term, Tcheuyap will also become a member of the RSC Council, the organization’s principal governing body.
Congrats to our 2025 Alumni Award winners!
A warm congratulations to our 2025 alumni award winners! Avvy Yao-Yao Go (BA ’86), recipient of the Alumni Achievement Award for Professional Achievement, Susan Q. McKenzie (BA ’96, MA ’98 English), recipient of the Alumni Achievement Award for Community Builder, and Eyitemi Popo (MDEI ’16), recipient of the Rising Star Alumni Award.
Events
Faculty of Arts AI Forum
The Arts AI Forum gives the Faculty of Arts community an opportunity to exchange views, learn from others, and generate new ideas and projects regarding Generative AI.
Indigenous Speakers Series presents Kim Tallbear
The Indigenous Speakers Series is honoured to present Dr. Kim Tallbear, professor, author, and Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Peoples, Technoscience, and Society.