Monday, March 9, 2026

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• Horizon Europe Roadshow comes to campus Friday

• Register now for the 18^th annual Waterloo Staff Conference

• Correcting the narrative with Susan Aglukark

• Practicing Difficult Conversations and other notes

Horizon Europe Roadshow comes to campus Friday

A message from the Office of Research.

University of Waterloo faculty members are invited to the Horizon Europe Roadshow on March 13 (9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.). Co-hosted by Waterloo and the Delegation of the European Union to Canada as well as Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), the roadshow will bring together European and Canadian experts to explore funding and collaboration opportunities under Horizon Europe. Faculty members who are new to the program, or preparing for upcoming calls, are invited to this opportunity to:

• Learn more about Horizon Europe funding opportunities
• Hear directly from European and Canadian experts
• Join strong consortia and multidisciplinary partnerships
• Understand grant management in practice
• Explore specific Horizon Europe missions and thematic priorities under Cluster 4
• Hear testimonials from researchers and organizations with first-hand experience
• Expand your network

The event will be held in the Pearl Sullivan Engineering Building (formerly Engineering 7), Room 7363/7303. Refreshments will be available, and a networking lunch will follow the presentations.

Please register to attend, speak with experts, and increase the chance of success in upcoming Horizon Europe calls.

Register now for the 18^th annual Waterloo Staff Conference

A message from Organizational and Human Development.

Registration is now open! Organizational and Human Development (OHD) is inviting Waterloo staff members to join the 18^th annual Waterloo Staff Conference on April 7 and 8.

The Waterloo Staff Conference is a two-day learning and development opportunity designed exclusively for staff at Waterloo. Featuring employee-led workshops and expert keynote speakers, the conference is hosted by Human Resources’ OHD team and made possible through the Staff Excellence Fund.

Upwards of 1500 staff members participate every year, and it’s a wonderful way to delve into new topics, reflect on your own professional growth, and connect with colleagues from across all our campuses.

This two-day hybrid conference is free for university staff and can be experienced in the following formats:

• Day 1: April 7 – In-person spaces on Waterloo’s main campus throughout Hagey Hall (HH), Arts Lecture (AL), Tatham Centre (TC) and the School of Accounting and Finance; virtual options via Microsoft Teams for keynotes
• Day 2: April 8 – Virtually via Microsoft Teams and in-person watch party options on Waterloo’s main campus for the special session and closing keynote in East Campus 5 (EC5) and Arts Lecture Hall (AL)

Please share with others in your area and visit the Waterloo Staff Conference website for all the details to register today!

Correcting the narrative with Susan Aglukark

A message from the Office of Indigenous Relations (OIR).

In recognition of National Indigenous Languages Day, the University of Waterloo welcomes celebrated Inuk artist Susan Aglukark for Nomad: Correcting the Narrative - an immersive multimedia journey through the past generation of Canadian Inuit life. Blending Inuktitut and English with her signature contemporary sound, Aglukark shares personal stories and cultural history while shedding light on the impacts of rapid change, colonization, and community resilience. 

The event takes place Tuesday, March 31, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Quantum-Nano Centre (QNC 0101), with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. for mingling and refreshments. A Q&A session will follow the keynote. Registration is appreciated but not required. 

Practicing Difficult Conversations and other notes

"As part of the VR for Workplace Wellbeing initiative, the Conflict Management Office (CMO), in collaboration with the Staff Excellence Fund, are providing all University of Waterloo staff (full-time, part-time, contract, and student staff) with the opportunity to participate in workshops that explore how virtual reality can support you in preparing for difficult conversations," says an announcement from the CMO. "Ovation VR uses AI-driven avatars to simulate challenging scenarios such as performance reviews, job interviews, and conflict resolution. By allowing you to practice these interactions and receive feedback, this immersive tool can help you build confidence and reduce workplace stress."

"Individual consultations are also available if you would like personalized support for a specific situation and want to explore how Ovation VR can help you build confidence beforehand."

To register, email Lynn Long at l3long@uwaterloo.ca.

The Integrated Teaching Support Unit is encouraging members of the University community to register for the 2026 University of Waterloo Teaching and Learning Conference because space is filling up fast – for lunch! "We are already at 50 per cent capacity for lunch," says a note from conference organizers. "Registration for the in-person day will remain open until April 15, 2026, or until we reach capacity for lunch in-person at Federation Hall."

"Once we reach capacity, you will still be able to register for the online day, and for in-person day without lunch. Please note that food options will be limited campus, as most Food Services locations are closed between the winter and spring terms."

Register ASAP, or there will truly be no such thing as a free lunch.  

"Looking for more ways to engage in reconciliation with Indigenous culture and community?" asks the Centre for Peace Advancement at Conrad Grebel University College. "Join the Office of Indigenous Relations and Mennonite Central Committee for a meaningful evening of learning, reflection, and community conversation as they welcome Phyllis Webstad, the woman who founded the Orange Shirt Society. The event will be held on March 24 at the Conrad Grebel Dining Hall."

Registration and additional details can be found on the Office of Indigenous Relations events page.