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In a Times of India video, Pallavi Thapar, an international student from India, shares how the University of Waterloo helped her overcome homesickness and grow into a confident, independent learner. At 4:23 of the video, she highlights the co-op program and the Centre for Career Development (CCD) as key supports in exploring career options and gaining real-world experience.

By: Matthew King

The graduate work-integrated learning (GradWIL) project at the University of Waterloo is finishing its pilot phase and moving into operational programs. This important step is a chance to look back at what has been achieved so far and to show ongoing commitment to giving graduate students practical, career-focused work-integrated learning (WIL) experiences. 

The Sudbury Star highlights Jonathan Gbedemah, a graduate of the University of Waterloo’s Doctor of Pharmacy Co-operative Education Program, who credits his co-op clinical rotations in Sudbury for inspiring his long-term commitment to northern Ontario. After gaining hands-on experience across twenty-three pharmacies, he opened Jonathan’s Kingsway Pharmacy in Sudbury and was recently named Young Entrepreneur of the Year. His journey reflects how Waterloo’s co-op education fosters career readiness, community impact, and entrepreneurial success.

By: Emily Totzke (she/her)

The hybrid award ceremony celebrated current co-op students and Waterloo alumni for their accomplishments.

By: Micaela Kelly (she/her) 

Work-integrated learning (WIL) helps students to connect classroom learning with real-world experiences where they solve practical problems and learn critical job skills.

By: Christie Zeb (she/her)

Change makers, Rewa and Bruce embarked on a transformative co-op experience in Thailand, supporting migrant teachers and refugee children.

By: Matthew King (he/him)

CEE, IST and Microsoft announce an AI-powered tool to enhance co-op student experience and better prepare them for the future of work.

By: Matthew King (he/him)

When the Centre for Career Development (CCD) set out to reimagine CareerHub, their goal was clear: to make it easier than ever for students, alumni and staff to access the career resources they need to succeed. The revamped platform reflects a deep understanding of the diverse career paths and challenges faced by the University of Waterloo community, offering a centralized, user-friendly space designed to inspire confidence and growth. 

By: Christie Zeb

With funding support, students benefit from the opportunity to contribute to conservation efforts and community development in the Galapagos. 

By: Matthew King (he/him)

The publication highlights CEE’s four key principles when designing or facilitating intergenerational experiences.