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Join the celebration — support our new grads as a Convocation Ambassador!
A message from Advancement.
Fall convocation is happening October 24 and 25 and we need your help to make the celebration something that our graduands and their supporters will remember.
We’re looking for staff to support 5 ceremonies from Friday, October 24 to Saturday, October 25. With over 100 staff ambassador shifts to fill, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved — we can’t do it without you.
Sign up now!
Staff participation is strongly encouraged, and managers are asked to share this rewarding opportunity with their teams. Whether you’re looking to connect with colleagues, gain new experiences or simply be part of this exciting celebration, there’s a role for you.
Training and meals are provided (for back-to-back shifts.)
Visit the convocation website to learn more and sign up!
Meet Waterloo’s 10 new Schulich Leaders
This is an excerpt of an article originally published on Waterloo News.
The University of Waterloo is pleased to welcome 10 outstanding students to its incoming first-year class through the prestigious Schulich Leader Scholarships program.
Awarded annually to 100 high school graduates across Canada, these scholarships recognize exceptional individuals who demonstrate strong entrepreneurial potential in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Each Schulich Leader receives between $100,000 and $120,000, empowering them to pursue their academic goals with financial peace of mind.
Since 2012, nearly 90 Schulich Leaders have chosen Waterloo as the launchpad for their academic and professional journeys.
“I am pleased to welcome this year’s cohort of Schulich Leader Scholars to the University of Waterloo,” says president and vice-chancellor Dr. Vivek Goel. “These students are among the brightest young minds in STEM, and I look forward to seeing the breakthroughs, dedication and shared success they will contribute to our community and beyond.”
Meet the 10 remarkable student scholars joining Waterloo this September.
Read the profiles of the new Schulich Leaders on Waterloo News.
Lectures in Catholic Experience presents “Struck Down, Not Destroyed: Keeping the Faith as a Vatican Reporter”
A message from St. Jerome's University.
On September 18, the Lectures in Catholic Experience at St. Jerome's University will host Colleen Dulle, an accomplished journalist and podcaster who currently serves as the Vatican correspondent for America magazine. She will give the Michael W. Higgins Lecture on Religion and Media drawing from her new book Struck Down, Not Destroyed (Penguin Random House).
The theme of this year’s series is “Living the Mission in the Margins” and in this lecture we will learn both more about the people at the margins of society that Dulle often writes about as a journalist focused on contemporary Catholic life. We will also hear her very personal “notes in the margins” as she reflects on what reporting on stories about the institutional Church that are abhorrent have done to her personal faith.
St. Jerome’s President, Peter Meehan, notes “Colleen Dulle has, in a comparatively short space of time, established her reputation as a thoughtful and a trustworthy Vatican journalist. Having read Struck Down, Not Destroyed I was deeply moved by her candour as well as by her own faith journey, as it played out through her reporting on some of the most gruesome chapters in the recent history of the church. Hers will be voice to listen to as we sort out what “Mission in the Margins” means throughout the St. Jerome’s Lectures in Catholic Experience.”
This free event will take place on St. Jerome's campus in Notre Dame Chapel on Thursday, September 18at 7:30 p.m. and will be live-streamed for people who cannot attend in person. Please register for the event, as space is limited.
Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute conference coming up in October
A message from the Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute (CPI).
Secure your spot for the University of Waterloo Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute's (CPI) signature event of the year during Cyber Month in Canada.
Taking place Tuesday, October 28, CPI’s 7th Annual Conference will bring together cybersecurity professionals, top researchers in the field, industry members and more! This full-day conference, held inFederation Hall on campus, is a fantastic learning and networking opportunity for anyone looking to make meaningful connections while gaining the latest insights on cybersecurity and privacy. You'll also have the chance to view cutting-edge research from the students of CPI faculty members.
To view the jam-packed agenda and speaker lineup, visit CPI’s website.
Wednesday's notes
WUSA Welcome Week continues with round two of the WUSA Carnival on the SLC Green tonight, and tomorrow, students can bounce, rock, skate and roll at the Retro Skate Night at REV Court on Thursday, September 11 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in partnership with Retro Rollers. Students can RSVP until 4:00 p.m. tomorrow.
The Sustainability Office's Free Store Pop-Up runs from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m. today in the SLC Marketplace. This is the first free store pop-up of the term, and patrons can grab free school supplies, home goods, and more, or drop off a donation of gently used items.
The Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business is hosting a Student Entrepreneur Networking Lunch today from 12 noon to 2:30 p.m. in Engineering 7's HUB 2357. Enterprising students can connect with fellow entrepreneurs who are building ventures, hear from recent alumni founders, and exchange ideas about the entrepreneurial journey.
Velocity's upcoming two-week Cornerstone sprint kicks off tonight at 5:30 p.m. with the Cornerstone Idea Session, held at the 2nd floor Ideas Clinic in E7 2409. "Cornerstone is Velocity's two-week sprint for students and researchers from any faculty who want to explore an idea they have or even just an area of interest with a supportive community," says a note from Velocity. "It is focused on introducing you to potential customers and stakeholders who live and work outside the university. It will help you build the confidence you'll need to have productive empathetic conversations that will create the foundation of your idea and give it real impact."
Sign up on the Velocity website. Cornerstone runs from September 17 to October 9.
Link of the day
"Up your nose with a rubber hose!" Welcome Back, Kotter at 50
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 shots 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.
Warrior Rec Club registration, Wednesday, September 3 to Monday, September 15.
WUSA Welcome Week, Monday, September 8 to Wednesday, September 17.
WUSA Welcome Week Carnival, Tuesday, September 9 and Wednesday, September 10, 6:00 p.m. to midnight, SLC Green.
Free Store Pop-Up, Wednesday, September 10, 12 noon to 2:00 p.m., SLC Marketplace.
Student Entrepreneur Networking Lunch, Wednesday, September 10, 12 noon to 2:30 p.m., Engineering 7 HUB 2357.
Velocity Presents Cornerstone Idea Session, Wednesday, September 10, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., 2nd floor Ideas Clinic, E7 2409.
UWSA Election Information Session, Friday, September 12, 12 noon to 1:00 p.m., online.
Warrior Rec Intramurals registration deadline, Monday, September 15, 11:00 a.m. New and improved registration system this term, over 15 leagues to choose from. Find out more and sign up today!
Warrior Rec Instructional Programs registration deadline, Monday, September 15, 12 noon. Dance, Martial Arts, Skating, Skipping and Climbing lessons available. Find out more and register today.
Manulife presents CareNext Collective: The potential of robotics in health care, Monday, September 15, 12 noon to 1:00 p.m., online. Register now.
UWSA Election Information Session, Monday, September 15, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., online.
Campus Life Fair, Wednesday, September 17, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., SLC Great Hall.
Community Well-being Fruits and Veg Market, Wednesday, September 17, 12 noon to 4:00 p.m. (while supplies last), Engineering 7 first floor (by the Robohub) and Health Expansion Building first floor foyer.
Noon Hour Concert: Cuore Piano Trio, Tensions & Transparencies, Wednesday, September 17, 12 noon, Conrad Grebel University College Chapel. Free admission.
TRANSFORM symposium featuring Diana Fox Carney, “Pathways to a Sustainable World,” Wednesday, September 17, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., CIGI Auditorium, Balsillie School of International Affairs. Fireside chat and reception to follow, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
New - Homecoming 2025, Saturday, September 20.
NEW - 2025 Faculty of Health Fun Run, Saturday, September 20, 10:00 a.m., Ring Road outside Burt Matthews Hall.
NEW - Warriors Football Homecoming vs. Queen's, Saturday, September 20, 1:00 p.m., Warrior Field. Free yoga session, outdoor spin class, pregame Parking Lot Party for all fans in Lot W, Alumni Day, W Store Pop Up Shop and Pass, Punt, Kick Student Contest for $5,000.. Find out more and Purchase tickets.
NEW - Unlock the Poseidon Water Quality Portal: Transforming Water Quality Data into Decisions,Monday, September 22, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., online via Zoom. Register now.
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# 2025-00390 - Communication Operator - University of Waterloo Special Constable Service, OP-CO
- Job ID# 2025-00517 - Administrative Coordinator - Faculty of Environment - Dean of Environment Office, USG 5
- Job ID# 2025-00527 - Clubs Manager - Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association, USG 7
- Job ID# 2025-00526 - Administrative Officer - Faculty of Engineering - Management Science and Engineering, USG 11
- Job ID# 2025-00536 - Executive Officer, Faculty of Mathematics - Faculty of Mathematics - Dean of Mathematics Office, USG 18/19
- Job ID# 2025-00544 - University Registrar - Associate Vice President, Strategic Enrolment Management, USG 19
- Job ID# 2025-00545 - Executive Director, Global Futures - Office of the Vice-President, Academic and Provost, USG 16
Secondments and internal temporary opportunities
- Job ID# 2025-00407 - Accounting Clerk - Accounts Payable - Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association, USG 5
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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Physical Activities Complex, Student Life Centre, RAC 1 and 2, Federation Hall fire alarm testing, Wednesday, September 10, 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
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Student Life Centre Tim Hortons electrical shutdown, Thursday, September 11, 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m., electricians will be working in the space before normal business hours.
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Environment 1, 2 and 3, Modern Languages, Dana Porter Library, Needles Hall fire alarm testing, Friday, September 12, 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
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East Campus 4, East Campus 5 fire alarm testing, Friday, September 12, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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Ron Eydt Village equipment shutdown, Friday, September 12, 10:00 p.m. to midnight, air compressor, air handling unit and chilled water plant will be shut down.
- Carl Pollock Hall and Douglas Wright Engineering electrical shutdown, Sunday, September 14, 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., normal power including elevators will be off, emergency power operational.
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Centre for Environment & Information Technology (CEIT), Earth Science & Chemistry, Physics, Chemistry 2 fire alarm testing, Monday, September 15, 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
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Village 1 fire alarm testing, Monday, September 15, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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South Campus Hall electrical shutdown, Friday, September 19, 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., all normal power affected by metering installation, emergency power will not be affected.
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Engineering 2 electrical shutdown, Saturday, September 20, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., all 600V power will go down in E2, AHUs in E2 will also be affected, emergency power will not be affected.
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Engineering 3 electrical shutdown, Saturday, September 20, 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., all normal power affected by metering installation, emergency power will not be affected.
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Earth Science Chemistry electrical shutdown, Sunday, September 21, 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., all normal power affected by metering installation, emergency power will not be affected.
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Burt Matthews Hall original building electrical shutdown, Friday, September 26, 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., all normal power affected by metering installation, emergency power will not be affected.