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Come kick off the United Way campaign with a BBQ
A message from the University of Waterloo United Way Campaign committee.
As part of UWaterloo Black and Gold Week, be part of our campus community spirit as we kick off our 2024 United Way campaign on September 17, rain or shine! The University of Waterloo is a proud, longstanding partner of United Way Waterloo Region Communities, who are making a difference in our community on issues like food security, housing and mental health.
As we prepare for our 2024 campaign running October 1 to October 31, join us for a free BBQ, featuring live music and games.
Bring your friends and colleagues, and don’t forget to show your support by wearing red! Snap a photo at the UWaterloo sign for a chance to win a prize.
Food will be available while quantities last.
When: Tuesday, September 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Arts Quad (in front of Dana Porter Library)
RSVP: Registration is encouraged. Please RSVP by September 16.
Thank you for your continued support of the United Way at Waterloo. We look forward to seeing you there!
If you have any questions, please email united.way@uwaterloo.ca.
Students are invited to mix it up at the Velocity Innovation Open House
A message from Velocity.
The Innovation Open House Mixer is an opportunity to meet fellow students and aspiring or emerging entrepreneurs from across campus. Join us to make friends, gain valuable contacts and build connections with Velocity and its resources. You’ll also have the chance to connect with representatives from Math Innovation, Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business, GreenHouse (Social Impact and Indigenous Incubators), Grebel Peace Incubator, Future Cities Institute, the Library and Socratica.
The open house takes place on September 12 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in SCH 228.
Food will be served.
Putting a healthy spin on a popular snack
A message from the Office of Advancement.
Donors supported mechanical engineering student Mulei Mao’s interest in entrepreneurship. His latest venture promotes healthy eating and sustainable food sources — all via a tasty snack.
Read Mulei’s story in the 2023-24 Report on Giving.
Write Spot re-opens, empowering racialized leaders event, and other notes
The Write Spot has the write stuff: "After a hiatus for renovations over the spring term, the Writing and Communication Centre is excited to announce that The Write Spot is back!" says the WCC. "Join us for our grand re-opening on Monday, September 9 to see our updated student space, grab a free tea or coffee, and meet with members of the WCC team. The Write Spot is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in SCH 219 until December 20.
"Writing and Communication Centre drop-ins at Dana Porter Library return on Monday, September 9, and drop-ins at The Write Spot begin on Monday, September 16," the WCC's note continues. "Visit us at either location to work with our amazing peer tutor team!"
"The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-racism, in collaboration with the Office of Indigenous Relations and Campus Wellness, is excited to invite you to a special gathering entitled Empowering Racialized Women and Non-binary Leaders, which is designed to foster support and connections among women and non-binary leaders across our community campus," says a note from EDI-R office. "It is open to all women-identifying and non-binary leaders, who also identify as Indigenous, Black, or racialized and who oversee teams and/or supervise direct reports. This in-person event is an opportunity to come together, share challenges, celebrate wins, and build meaningful connections. Lunch will be provided but space is limited so be sure to register today. The event takes place on Tuesday, September 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Hot on the heels of Orientation is WUSA Welcome Week, which runs from Monday, September 9 to Friday, September 13. Events include a Welcome Week BBQ, the two-day Carnival, eSports gaming lounge, and yes, even Sex Toy Bingo. Today's first event is a Welcome Brunch running from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or whenever the food runs out on the BMH Green. A WatCard is required for entry as this event is only open to undergraduate students. As for Sex Toy Bingo, it's also set for tonight at Federation Hall.