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Public Health guidance and University of Waterloo operations may have changed. For the most up-to-date information, please visit our COVID-19 frequently asked questions.

News for Current students

Tuesday, December 22, 2020

What the COVID-19 provincial shutdown means for campus operations

Update for students

  • The Region of Waterloo will move into a provincial shutdown effective December 26, 2020, which affects teaching, research and other operations on campus.
  • In-person course activity will be transitioning to remote course activity, with some exceptions.
  • Your Faculty, professor or academic advisors will be in touch with you to update you on remote course work routines.
Friday, December 4, 2020

Staying safe over the holiday break

Update for graduate students

  • As you make your plans for the winter break, please follow government advice on how to stay safe this holiday season.

  • The safest way to spend the holidays is by only celebrating in person with the people you live with and celebrating virtually with everyone else.

  • If you must travel home for the holidays, reduce close contact with others 10 to 14 days before traveling. After the holiday break, do the same before coming back to Waterloo. 

Friday, December 4, 2020

Staying safe over the holiday break

Update for undergraduate students

  • As you make your plans for the winter break, please follow government advice on how to stay safe this holiday season.  
  • The safest way to spend the holidays is by only celebrating in person with the people you live with and celebrating virtually with everyone else. 
  • If you must travel home for the holidays, reduce close contact with others 10 to 14 days before traveling. After the holiday break, do the same before coming back to Waterloo. 
Thursday, December 3, 2020

Preparing for the winter 2021 term

Update for graduate students

The winter 2021 term will be here before we know it.  Whether you are studying remotely or are on campus for in-person classes or research, we are here to support you.  Our collective goals are to ensure that you are safe and that you can successfully continue to advance your graduate studies at Waterloo.  In this email, you will find some helpful hints and reminders to get you ready for the winter term.

Friday, November 27, 2020

New COVID-19 screening requirement

Update for students

Effective November 30, 2020, you must complete a new COVID-19 screening assessment before accessing campus.

The University is updating its COVID-19 screening processes to align with regulations the Ontario government recently announced.