Welcome to the WCGS | Waterloo Centre for German Studies | University of Waterloo

The Waterloo Centre for German Studies is a research institute at the University of Waterloo. Funded by private donations, the WCGS supports research into all aspects of the German-speaking world, and is committed to publicly-oriented scholarship. We facilitate the communication of German studies research, distribute awards to students wishing to study in Germany, and organize cultural programming for the university and wider communities.

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Research

Read about the German studies research that we support.

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WCGS Book Prize

Read about the WCGS Book Prize, established in 2018.

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Student Awards

Read about the award opportunities for students in German studies.

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Culture + Diversity

Find links to German events online and resources for diversity and inclusion.

News

The 52nd Annual Ontario High School German Contest took place at McMaster University on April 13th, 2025.

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Announcement of the 2023 Book Prize Winnner - Andrea Rottmann

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Announcement of the 2023 WCGS Book Prize Shortlist.