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Beginning my next chapter at Waterloo
A message from Bill Rosehart, President and Vice-Chancellor.
As I begin my term as President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Waterloo, I want to share that this is an extraordinary honour and a deeply meaningful homecoming.
Waterloo has shaped much of who I am. I first arrived as a student and experienced the power of co-op as an undergraduate, felt the energy of Waterloo’s research environment as a graduate student, and discovered the joy of teaching here as a sessional instructor. Those experiences influenced how I think, how I learn, and how I lead.
I return with deep respect for what this remarkable community has built. Waterloo was founded on a bold idea: that academic excellence, research, entrepreneurship, and real-world experience could come together to change lives and strengthen society. That idea continues to define and distinguish Waterloo today. It also reminds us that our greatest contributions have come when we have thought differently and worked together with shared purpose.
My first priority is to listen and learn. Since March, I have had more than 100 initial meetings across this vibrant community. In every conversation, I have been struck by Waterloo’s greatest strength – it’s people. Our students, faculty, and staff are innovative, dedicated, and deeply committed to making a difference. Together, you have built a University that is not only a national leader, but a global force in research, learning, and entrepreneurship.
Read President Rosehart's full message.
Tri-Agency seeks feedback on proposed Research Data Management policy implementation
A message from the Research Data Management Working Group, the Office of Research and the Libraries.
Canada’s federal research funding agencies (CIHR, NSERC, and SSHRC) are inviting feedback on proposed clarifications and an implementation approach for the data deposit requirement of the Tri-Agency Research Data Management (RDM) Policy. The proposed approach includes clarifications related to data retention, data deposit, and data availability, and is intended to support the implementation of requirements for agency-funded research data and associated documentation.
Researchers, trainees, research administrators, and others involved in the research lifecycle are encouraged to review the proposed clarifications and FAQs and share feedback on how the requirements may affect research practices within their disciplines and institutions. Feedback submitted through the online consultation will help inform the final requirements and implementation approach.
The consultation period is open until July 17, 2026. Learn more and provide feedback through the Tri-Agency consultation page and feedback form.
Discontinuation of PebblePad
A message from the Office of Associate Vice-President, Academic.
PebblePad has been the University's ePortfolio solution since 2018. After assessing information collected through a review of current and potential future use cases, cost/benefit analysis and market research, a decision has been made to begin a planned sunsetting and discontinuation of the platform.
The University is committed to creating an exceptional learning experience for students. This aligns with the Digital Learning Strategy, in which the available educational technologies (EdTech) are streamlined to avoid duplication while pedagogical needs are supported. The University’s current EdTech ecosystem is complex, and costs are increasing unsustainably. In the current financial climate, funding for currently supported teaching and learning technologies, and those newly requested, will be limited. This will necessitate careful EdTech decisions over the next few years, with a focus on investments that deliver the most value towards a positive student experience.
PebblePad will remain fully functional during the transition period, ending July 31, 2027.As courses move to alternative tools over the next year, you may notice changes in how course activities and materials are accessed. If you have content stored in the PebblePad platform from current or past courses, you will be asked to transfer or save it elsewhere before the platform is retired on July 31, 2027.
During the transition period, there will be a thorough needs assessment in consultation with current and prospective users to determine what solution(s) are appropriate. For questions and support, please direct your inquiries to LEARNhelp@uwaterloo.ca.
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.
The Waterloo Eye Institute optometry clinics in Waterloo and downtown Kitchener offer comprehensive eye exams and eyewear, including glasses and contact lenses, with the Waterloo location offering various specialized services including urgent eye care. Discounts apply for University of Waterloo students and employees. The Waterloo Clinic is at a nearby interim location, 419C Phillip St, during construction at the School of Optometry and Vision Science. The Kitchener Clinic remains at the Health Sciences Campus, 10B Victoria St. S. Book online or by phone at 519-888-4062.
Warriors Youth Swim Lessons, registration is now open for LTS Child/Youth Preschool 1 – Swimmer 9. Group and private lessons available. Register today!
Warriors Summer Youth Camps, registration is now open for multi-sport and games, baseball, basketball, eSports, football and hockey camps for boys and girls ages 5 to 18. Register today!
Project 529 Bike Registry Registration Rallies: Tuesday, July 7, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Thursday, July 9, 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at QNC/MC bike racks (by the overpass); Tuesday, July 21, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Wednesday, July 22, 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at CPH/Ring Road. Let’s end bike theft. Bring your bike to register it and get a free 529 shield.
Kitchener Waterloo Chamber Music Society (KWCMS) and IQC present an evening of music with Jung Tsai (violin) and Daniel Ramjattan (guitar). Friday, July 10, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., QNC 0101.
Teaching with Tech: A Practical ViewBoard Workshop – In-Person (TII 5010), Monday, July 13, 2 to 3 p.m., LIB 329 (Tech Sandbox)
Community Well-being Fruit and Veg Market, Wednesday, July 15, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in PSE and SLC (while supplies last).
The Co-op Workplace Simulation by Velocity, Tuesday, July 21 4:45 to 7 p.m, 2nd floor IDEAs clinic, PSE.
Assessment Redesign and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) - (CTE7556), Monday, July 20 & Wednesday, July 22, 1 to 4 p.m., PHY 235.
Virtual Reality in the Classroom: An Introduction for Instructors – In-Person (TII 5020), Tuesday, July 21, 2 to 3 p.m., LIB 329 (Tech Sandbox)
WaterTalk | Hydrobiogeochemistry and health risks of geogenic contaminants in groundwater systems, presented by Yanxin Wang, China University of Geosciences. Tuesday, July 21, 9 a.m., online via MS Teams.
Upcoming service interruptions
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