Dean of Arts Office:
PAS building, room 2401
Tel 519 888-4567 ext. 38246
Arts Undergraduate Office:
PAS building, room 2439
Tel 519 888-4567 ext. 35870
Information for faculty and staff
Arts computing support for students, faculty, and staff
Sunday, December 8, 2013 — 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM EST
Renison Multi Faith Dialogue Series: Part Two
Jewish, Christian and Muslim Perspectives on Mysticism
What does Mysticism look like today?
This is the second in a two-part series that examines Mysticism through
multiple faiths. Join our guest speakers as they discuss some of the
similarities and differences between traditional, non-traditional, and popular forms of mysticism. Featuring presentations by:
Rabbi Lori Cohen, Temple Shalom, Waterloo.
Dr. Douglas Bors, Professor Emeritus, Department of
Sunday, December 8, 2013 — 2:00 PM EST
Multi-faith Dialogue Series
Jewish, Christian and Muslim Perspectives on Mysticism
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What is Mysticism and Where Did it Come From?
Saturday November 16, 2013
We'll explore the roots and branches of mysticism in all three traditions through stories, lives, writings and experiences.
Featuring presentations by:
Mr. Bob Chodos, a long-time member and lay leader of Temple Shalom, Waterloo.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013 — 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM EST
Waterloo Intelligence Day
Intelligence in Machines, Humans, and Other Animals
Machines:
Shai Ben-David, Computer Science
Hamid Tizhoosh, Systems Design Engineering
Humans:
Britt Anderson, Psychology
Stephanie Denison, Psychology
Animals:
Nancy Barrickman, Anthropology
Matt van der Meer, Biology
Chair: Paul Thagard, Director, Cognitive Science Program
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 — 2:00 PM EST
Upcoming WICI Seminar!
On Tuesday, December 3, 2013 from 2-4pm in M3 2134, Dr. Paul Thagard will consider the cognitive and social processes which impact social innovation. All are welcome!
RSVP for your (free) ticket here.
Sunday, December 1, 2013 — 7:30 PM EST
Instrumental Chamber Ensemble Concert
Sunday, December 1 at 7:30 pm in the Conrad Grebel Chapel.
Lovely Chamber music performed by University of Waterloo students. Free admission, reception to follow.
See uwaterloo.ca/music/events for details.
Sunday, December 1, 2013 — 2:00 PM EST
“Round Midnight”
Stage Band Concert
Sunday, December 1 at 2pm
Jazz music to delight the soul!
The concert will take place in the Conrad Grebel University College Great Hall. Admission is $10, students/seniors $5. Reception to follow. See uwaterloo.ca/music/events for details.
Saturday, November 30, 2013 — 8:00 PM EST
This concert includes the World Premiere of a new setting of Psalm 150, composed by Timothy Corlis, that has been commissioned by Conrad Grebel University College in honour of its 50th Anniversary. Corlis is a former Grebel resident and a well-known composer working at CMU in Winnipeg.
As part of this special occasion, all three Grebel Choirs will perform:
Chamber Choir - directed by Mark Vuorinen
Chapel Choir - directed by Ken Hull
University Choir - directed by Gerard Yun
Saturday, November 30, 2013 — 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM EST
Emerging Leader for Solar Energy
(ELSE) program which is a part of the Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA).
ELSE is a program that empowers Canadian students and recent entrants to the labour force who are passionate about solar energy, sustainability and the environment to direct, facilitate and run advocacy campaigns. ELSE looks to provide recent university graduates who are interested in entering the solar industry, opportunities to attain new skills, knowledge, professional development and connections within Industry & Government.
Thursday, November 28, 2013 — 8:00 PM EST
orchestra@uwaterloo's Fall term concert
"Brahms and the Lieutenant"
Thursday November 28 at 8 PM in Humanities Theatre.
Tickets are free and can be ordered from the Humanities Theatre Box Office in Hagey Hall, (519) 888-4908.
Thursday, November 28, 2013 — 8:00 PM EST
The theme of this year's Reading Series at St Jerome's is LITERARTISTRY, to showcase literature's dance with other artistic media. We feature writers whose work is often multi-modal, incorporating aspects of the graphic arts, of experimentation with sound, and of dramatic performance.
Steve McCaffery -- Thursday 28 November, 8pm, STJ 3014
Thursday, November 28, 2013 — 2:30 PM EST
In his new book, The Longer I’m Prime Minister, Paul Wells - one of Canada's prominent political writers and commentators - explores just what Stephen Harper’s understanding of Canada is, and who he speaks for in the national conversation. He explains Harper not only to Harper supporters but also to readers who can’t believe he is still Canada’s prime minister.
Tuesday, November 26, 2013 — 4:00 PM EST
Philosophy Colloquium
Monday, November 25, 2013 — 3:30 PM EST
November 22, 2013 marks the fiftieth anniversary of the assassination of John F. Kennedy (JFK), an event that continues to spark interest to this day.
Join Dr. Jim Blight and Dr. janet Lang to discuss the cautious skepticism of JFK.
Saturday, November 23, 2013 — 11:00 AM EST
The G33K Art Show is a dynamic event in the Waterloo Region bringing together a new dimension of artists and creators under one roof! Expect to see comic, sci-fi, fantasy, animation and other alternative branches of the geek culture.
G33K is produced by UWaterloo Arts alumna Miroki Tong (BA '09 Arts and Business, Drama/English) and features alumni Nicholas Cumming and Shawn DeSouza.
Friday, November 22, 2013 — 7:30 PM EST
St. Jerome's University
Bridges Lecture
What is science and why should we care?
Speakers: Alan Sokal, New York University and University College London (Physics)
James Robert Brown, University of Toronto (Philosopy)
Friday, November 22 2013 @ 7:30 p.m.
Siegfried Hall - St. Jerome's University
FREE ADMISSION - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Thursday, November 21, 2013 — 7:00 PM EST
Join us for a screening of the award-winning documentary, Virtual JFK: Vietnam if Kennedy had lived.
Directed and produced by Koji Masutani. Co-produced by James G. Blight, janet M. Lang (both from History and Balsillie School of International Affairs) and David A. Welch (Political Science and Balsillie School of International Affairs).
Wednesday, November 20, 2013 — 7:00 PM EST
Resilient Communities and the Paradox of Creative Destruction | Waterloo Lecture
November 20, 2013 | Stratford Public Library (19 St. Andrew St.) | 7PM
Sean Geobey, McConnell Fellow at the Waterloo Institute for Social Innovation and Resilience Social
Saturday, November 16, 2013 — 2:00 PM EST
Multi-faith Dialogue Series
Jewish, Christian and Muslim Perspectives on Mysticism
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What is Mysticism and Where Did it Come From?
Saturday November 16, 2013
We'll explore the roots and branches of mysticism in all three traditions through stories, lives, writings and experiences.
Featuring presentations by:
Mr. Bob Chodos, a long-time member and lay leader of Temple Shalom, Waterloo.
Friday, November 15, 2013 — 5:00 PM EST
Dr. Francis Cody, Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology and Asian Institute, Munk School of Global Affairs University of Toronto, will present this year's Sally Weaver Award Guest Lecture.
Wednesday, November 13, 2013 — 8:00 PM to Saturday, November 16, 2013 — 8:00 PM EST
UWaterloo Drama presents R3 (Shakespeare's Richard III)
Adapted by Toby Malone | Directed by Jennifer Roberts-Smith
Re-imagined into our modern, media-driven world, the uWaterloo Drama production of Shakespeare's Richard III presents a fresh take on the nature of power and the manner in which public discourse is deployed, distorted, and manipulated in our highly mediated society.
Tuesday, November 12, 2013 — 7:00 PM EST
The Faculty of Arts is pleased to host Alumni Theatre Night, featuring Shakespeare's Richard III, directed by Professor Jennifer Roberts-Smith.
Re-imagined into our modern, media-driven world, the University of Waterloo’s Richard III presents a fresh take on the nature of power and manner in which public discourse is deployed, distorted, and manipulated in our highly mediated society.
Tuesday, November 12, 2013 — 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM EST
One event. Three hours. 24 majors.
Wondering what it's like to major in one of the 24 different disciplines offered in Arts? Join us at the Arts Major Showcase.
Representatives from each major in Arts, including current students, staff, and faculty members, will be available to answer your questions and provide helpful information.
Plus, talk to academic advisors, your Arts peer mentor team, and international exchange representatives.
Monday, November 11, 2013 — 7:00 PM EST
Military History Beyond Memory: Is Remembrance Day Still Relevant?
Join us for our discussion about the evolution of Remembrance Day.
Who does it include and exclude? How have opinions of this commemorative day changed over the years?
Speakers include:
Friday, November 8, 2013 — 12:00 PM EST
Alumni Series
Friday, November 8, 2013 - 12:00 pm
The Department of Spanish and Latin American Studies is excited to announce its second talk by our alumni.
Thursday, November 7, 2013 — 5:00 PM EST
November 7–December 21, 2013
Opening Reception: Thursday, November 7 from 5:00–8:00 pm
Gallery One + Two
Kelly Richardson
This Island Earth