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A project led by psychology professor Dr. Stephanie Denison received more than $1.7 million CAD in funding from the Templeton World Charity Foundation. The research will examine the developmental origins of people’s ability to reason about – and act on – multiple uncertain possibilities.

From coursework and research to teaching and mentorship, earning a PhD requires extraordinary dedication and perseverance. We’re incredibly proud of everything they’ve achieved and can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make in the world.

Spring convocation is here! Meet some of the honourees and award recipients crossing the stage this week

Dean Alexie Tcheuyap and the Arts Honours and Awards committee are pleased to share the results of the 2025 Arts Awards for Excellence in Service, Teaching, and Research.

Congratulations to Chad Wriglesworth, Katy Fulfer and Serena McDiarmid on being recognized with distinguished teaching awards this year.

The Department of Philosophy shares the news of the recent passing of Distinguished Professor Emeritus Rolf George, who joined the brand-new Department of Philosophy at the University of Waterloo in 1966.

Congratulations to doctoral student Amar Mahmoud, recipient of this year's Warren Ober Award for Outstanding Teaching by Graduate Students! 

Congratulations to Katherine Hay (BA ’98, Psychology) on her appointment to serve on the Senate of Canada.

Remembering retired Fine Arts Professor Art Green who passed away on April 14, 2025.

Congratulations to the School of Accounting and Finance's Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC) team on placing second at the Global Finals! This represents a great achievement as their finish is the highest ranking achieved by an international team in the VCIC Global competition's 27-year history.