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Alfred Yu named Interim Associate Vice-President, Partnerships, Entrepreneurship and Commercialization
A message from the Office of Research.
Alfred Yu, who previously led the research partnerships portfolio, will be assuming the role of Interim Associate Vice-President, Partnerships, Entrepreneurship and Commercialization during Karim Karim’s sabbatical for the coming academic year. The title of the role reflects the changes in the Office of the Vice-President, Research and International with the Partnership portfolio connected to the portfolio of entrepreneurship and commercialization and under a single senior leader. This appointment is effective July 1, 2025.
CareNext Collective forum event coming on September 15
A message from the CareNext Coalition.
"Manulife presents CareNext Collective: The potential of robotics in health care" will take place on September 15.
Join the CareNext Collective for a conversation about the future of healthcare robotics with Dr. Brandon J. DeHart, manager of RoboHub at the University of Waterloo. Learn what modern robotics can do today, explore what healthcare professionals should expect and demand tomorrow, and discover how Waterloo RoboHub can be a partner in co-developing real solutions that make a difference.
Register on Slido.com using #CareNextCollective_Sept2025. The video stream will begin on Slido at 12 noon. Feel free to submit any questions beforehand—we encourage your participation.
Speakers
- Danina Kapetanovic, Vice President, Innovation and Chief Health Innovation Officer, CareNext Coalition
- Dr. Brandon J. DeHart, Manager, Robohub, University of Waterloo
Tony Munro retires after a distinguished career in international education
A message from Marketing & Undergraduate Recruitment (MUR).
After more than three decades of supporting students through their post-secondary journey at Waterloo, Tony Munro, Manager of International Recruitment & Partnerships, has announced that he will retire in fall 2025.
Tony’s career spans nearly 33 years of service at Waterloo. Known for his expertise in global student recruitment and international strategy, Tony has been a trusted voice and ambassador for Canadian higher education across the globe.
He joined the University of Waterloo in 1993 as a co-op coordinator, developing employment opportunities for students and monitoring their success through on-site visits. He focused on the job market outside of North America and built awareness of the complexities of international student experiences.
In 2012, Tony brought his talent and knowledge to Marketing & Undergraduate Recruitment, where he led international outreach and recruitment initiatives. His efforts helped to diversify Waterloo’s student population and expand its presence in key global markets, reinforcing its status as a leader in innovation and research.
During his time at Waterloo, Tony contributed significantly to international growth strategies, both strategically and on the ground in many countries around the world. His leadership and genuine care for students consistently translated into increased international enrollment and stronger institutional partnerships abroad.
Throughout his career, Tony has been widely respected not only for his strategic insight but also for his mentorship, generosity, humour, and commitment to his team. Tony says that this optimistic attitude has been an asset on the road. “My sense of humour and extroverted personality gets me through many ‘interesting’ situations,” he says. “It helps me to assimilate even when situations change rapidly, and norms change from minute to minute.”
Tony’s departure marks the end of an era for international recruitment at Waterloo, but his impact will continue to resonate through the partnerships and programs he helped build. Colleagues wishing to celebrate with Tony are invited to a farewell event on Tuesday, August 26 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Needles Hall (room 2001).
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When and where
The Campus Wellness Student Medical Clinic offers healthcare visits with Physicians and Nurse Practitioners to current undergraduate and graduate students. Services include: vaccinations, immunity testing, naturopathic services and more. Counselling Services offers appointments with counsellors in person as well as via phone and video. Students can book appointments for these services by calling Campus Wellness at 519-888-4096.
The privately-run Student Health Pharmacy (located in the lower level of the Student Life Centre) is now offering new COVID booster shots and flu shots. Covid booster shorts are available by appointment only – please call ext. 33784 or 519-746-4500. The Student Health Pharmacy’s summer hours are Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Naloxone kits are still available – pick them up in the pharmacy at no charge.
Final examination period, Tuesday, August 5 to Saturday, August 16.
Technology Governance Summer School 2025, Monday, August 11 to Thursday, August 21.
In-person Grad Writing Café, Wednesday, August 20, 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., SLC 3216.
The Emotional Effects of Retirement, Thursday, August 21, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Research Impact Canada’s Dr. RIC, "Challenges to Reciprocal Storytelling in Indigenous Engagement" and "Challenges and Opportunities: Community Compensation & Recognition in Community-Based Research (CBR)," Thursday, August 21, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. If interested, please contact Nadine Quehl for the Zoom link.
Co-operative work term ends, Friday, August 22.
NEW - Retirement celebration for Tony Munro, Tuesday, August 26, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., NH 2001.
TBH: To Be Honest premiere performance, Wednesday, August 27, 3:00 p.m., Humanities Theatre. Open to all; encouraged for Campus Housing/AFIW staff and dons.
International Orientation, Thursday, August 28 and Friday, August 29.
TBH: To Be Honest premiere performance, Thursday, August 28, 3:00 p.m., Humanities Theatre. Ppen to all; encouraged for members of the campus community (staff, faculty, cast family and friends).
TBH: To Be Honest premiere performance, Friday, August 29, 7:00 p.m., Humanities Theatre. Open to all; encouraged for Orientation volunteers and Off-Campus Dons.
Orientation Week, Sunday, August 31 to Saturday, September 6.
Labour Day holiday, Monday, September 1, most University operations closed.
Fall co-operative work term begins, Tuesday, September 2.
Fall term lectures and classes begin, Wednesday, September 3.
Positions available
This week's list from the human resources department is viewable through the Careers website or through Workday's new recruitment module. To access Workday Recruiting, login to Workday, and navigate to the Jobs Hub from the left side menu.
- Job ID# 2025-00353 - Undergraduate Advisor, Faculty of Science - Physics and Astronomy, USG 7
- Job ID# 2025-00364 - Recruitment and Admissions Coordinator - Faculty of Arts - Stratford Programs, USG 9
- Job ID# 2025-00386 - Marketing Specialist - Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association, USG 7
- Job ID# 2025-00379 - Area Manager, Retail - Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association, USG 8
- Job ID# 2025-00387 - Manager, Advocacy and Stakeholder Relations - Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association, USG 8
Secondments and internal temporary opportunities
- Job ID# 2025-00262 - Senior Resource Design Specialist (Elementary School Focused) - Faculty of Mathematics - Centre for Education in Math and Computing, USG 11
- Job ID# 2025-00375 - Operations and Relations Manager, NAR - Faculty of Health - School of Public Health Sciences, USG 8
Affiliated and Federated Institutions of Waterloo opportunities
Visit the Affiliated and Federated Institutions current opportunities page
Upcoming service interruptions
Stay up to date on service interruptions, campus construction, and other operational changes on the Plant Operations website. Upcoming service interruptions include:
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PAS Corridor 1122 partial closure, Tuesday, August 5 to Wednesday, August 20, corridor will be closed for two weeks, access to the CMHRT will be available from the loading dock.
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MC exterior door replacement, Monday, August 18 to Thursday, August 21, no exit at MC 1106 stairwell door during the replacement.
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Annual steam shutdown affecting all buildings within Ring Road, Village 1, Engineering 5 and 7, Monday, August 18 at 12:01 a.m. to Friday, August 22 at 12 noon. There will be a utility steam shutdown affecting domestic hot water, heating and steam, domestic hot water will run cold during the shutdown.
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Optometry building heating line maintenance, Tuesday, August 19 to Thursday, August 21, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily, building heat and domestic hot water will be unavailable during shutdown times
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C2 roof exhaust fan maintenance, Tuesday, August 19, 7:30 a.m. to 12 noon, will affect the exhaust of all fume hoods in the building, users with items in the fume hoods that could cause fumes should have them temporarily relocated during the maintenance period.
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Engineering 3 (E3) electrical shutdown (panels PP-31, PP-41, PP-34), Monday, August 18, 6:00 p.m. until Tuesday, August 19 at 3:00 a.m., several rooms will be affected.
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Carl Pollock Hall, Douglas Wright Engineering, South Campus Hall, Rod Coutts Hall, Grad House fire alarm testing, Wednesday, August 20, 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
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Engineering 6 air supply and exhaust fan shutdown, Wednesday, August 20, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (rain date Thursday, August 21), there will be no air supply or exhaust air during this period of preventative maintenance, this will primarily affect fume hoods, and if the outdoor temperatures are extremely high the indoor temperatures will also climb.
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East Campus Hall, Engineering 5, 6, 7 fire alarm testing, Friday, August 22, 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
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Wilmot South, Wellesley South, Eby Hall, Claudette Miller Hall fire alarm testing, Friday, August 22, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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Quantum Nano Centre, Biology 1 and 2, Health Services, Science Teaching Centre fire alarm testing, Monday, August 25, 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
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Engineering 3 electrical panel shutdowns, Friday, August 29, 6:00 p.m. to Monday, September 1, 7:00 a.m., power will be shut off to the entire E3 addition, no occupants will have access to the building during this time.