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Secure your digital environment at Waterloo and beyond
A message from IST.
Honk! Welcome to Cyber Awareness Month!
Throughout Cyber Awareness Month, the Goose will guide us through a series of cyber security lessons inspired by life in the gaggle. Anyone who has encountered a nesting goose knows how seriously they take protecting their home, their young, and their community. Who better to guide us through building a safer Waterloo digital home than one of campus's most dedicated protectors?
This week, the Goose focuses on the nest. A secure home doesn't happen by accident. Geese carefully build their nests, protect what matters most, and maintain them throughout the season. Our digital homes require the same approach through the three Ds of a Secure Nest: Security by Design, Security in Depth, and Security Detailing.
Visit the Cyber Awareness website to learn more!
First Nations rights and health system transformation
A message from the Faculty of Health.
What is "health system transformation" and why do we need it? For First Nations people across the country, there still remain gaps in health status. Dr. Nel Wieman, a Waterloo Kinesiology alum and Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) in British Columbia and Canada's first female Indigenous psychiatrist, shares their work in antiracism, cultural safety, quality and health human resources — grounded in First Nations rights, relationality and partnerships.
Join us for this important Hallman Lecture on Tuesday, October 6 at 6 p.m. in OPT 1129.
Faculty and staff save 50 per cent on the Hub for Sustainability Integration Conference
- When: Thursday, October 8, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Where: Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI), Waterloo
- Cost: $125 for UWaterloo faculty and staff (regularly $250)
The Hub for Sustainability Integration conference is where sustainability research meets real-world application. Designed for educators, professionals and decision-makers, the conference offers practical perspectives, evidence-based tools and meaningful connections to help build sustainability into the core of organizations and institutions. Whether you're shaping policy, teaching future leaders or turning sustainability commitments into action, join a growing community working toward a more resilient future.
What you'll explore
- How banks and investors are backing the technologies driving the net zero transition
- How leaders keep sustainability on track when priorities compete
- How universities and industry can turn research into real-world solutions
- What it takes to grow sustainability ventures from idea to scale
What's included
- A full day of sessions, with continuing professional education (CPE) credit
- Breakfast, lunch and networking
- A closing improv performance by Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath, followed by a networking reception
Register with your UWaterloo email address and enter the code HUBFRIENDS26 for 50 per cent off.
Retirement celebration for Dr. John Hirdes
Please join the School of Public Health Sciences in celebrating Dr. John Hirdes, who is retiring this month. The celebration will be a wonderful opportunity to gather, reminisce and express our gratitude for John's many years at the University of Waterloo.
Event details
Date: October 14, 2026
Presentations and Speeches: 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in EXP 1689
Reception: 5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Kindly RSVP by October 6 and indicate whether you will be attending in person or virtually.
You are also invited to sign John's retirement card and share a video message or memory.
Gift contribution
In lieu of a traditional retirement gift, John has requested that contributions be directed toward the creation of a scholarship fund in his name at the University of Namibia's School of Nursing and Public Health, where he hopes to support students from his hometown of Oranjemund, Namibia.
John will personally contribute $5,000 CAD to launch the scholarship and has worked to ensure that all donated funds directly support students. The scholarship will be awarded to a student from Oranjemund who is enrolled in a certificate, undergraduate, or graduate program within the School of Nursing and Public Health. If you would like to contribute, please send your donation to jkoreck67@hotmail.com.
We look forward to celebrating with you.
Monday’s notes
The Statistical Consulting and Survey Research Unit conducts an annual community survey among adults aged 18 and over who reside in Waterloo Region. Researchers can purchase space to field their own survey questions while sharing the cost of conducting the research with other parties. The due date to express interest in participating is November 30, 2026. For more information, please contact Reem Tawfik at mailto:rtawfik@uwaterloo.ca.
Extended to October 9! Last chance to submit a nomination for the Employee Recognition Awards. These awards celebrate individuals and teams who bring Waterloo's values to life through their actions, behaviours, and impact; strengthening our culture, supporting our community, and advancing our shared commitment. Help us recognize the people and teams who make a difference every day.
Plan ahead to stock up on local produce at this week's Community Fruit and Veg Market, SLC Marketplace and PSE 1st floor. The cost of a bag of assorted produce is $12.99. Bags of produce have been pre-sorted, allowing you to grab, pay, and get back to class or work quickly.
Also on Wednesday from 3 to 4 p.m., the Indigenous Speakers Series is honoured to host Sarah Deer for her presentation, Sovereignty of the Soul. Justice Deer’s presentation will be followed by a Q & A moderated by Dr. Rowland Keshena Robinson (Political Science). Please register to attend.
Building closure
The Douglas Wright Engineering Building (DWE) remains closed to general occupancy until further notice. Limited access has been restored for select research and undergraduate laboratory activities under specific restrictions. Please avoid DWE unless you have been authorized to access the building. Instructors, supervisors and unit leads will communicate directly with affected students, faculty and staff regarding classes, labs and research activities.
Employee Recognition Awards nominations
Recognize a colleague or team who brings Waterloo’s values to life through their actions and contributions. Nominations are open until Friday, October 9.
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.
New methods and strategies for the synthesis of nucleoside analogues and natural products with speaker Robert Britton, Professor, Simon Fraser University and host Derek Schipper, Monday, October 5, 10 to 11 a.m., C2-361 (Reading Room)
Kairos Blanket Exercise hosted by St. Jerome's University, Monday, October 5, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., St. Jerome's Chapel, dinner included.
More Feet on the Ground Certificate, Monday, October 5, 3 to 4 p.m., PSE 7303/7363.
The Co-Op Workplace Simulation Oct. 5, Monday, October 5, 4:45 to 7 p.m., 2nd floor IDEAs clinic, PSE.
Project 529 Bike Registry Registration Rallies, (weather dependent), Tuesday, October 6, noon to 2 p.m. at SLC Green; Wednesday, October 7, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at CPH/Ring Road. Let's end bike theft. Bring your bike to register and get a free 529 Shield.
WUSA Bike Auction, Tuesday, October 6 at noon, SLC Green
GIS Speed Run Session 3: Every Map is Wrong!, Tuesday, October 6, 12:45 to 1:45 p.m., online.
WaterLeadership Certificate: Knowledge Mobilization 101, Wednesday, October 7, 10 to 11:30 a.m. in E2-2350. Earn the certificate, gain transferable skills. All undergrads and grads welcome from all faculties. Space is limited, registration required.
Community Well-being Fruits and Veg Market, Wednesday, October 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., SLC Marketplace and PSE 1st floor.
Indigenous Speakers Series presents Sarah Deer, Wednesday, October 7, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Theatre of the Arts, ML
Cybersecurity at Home and Beyond, Wednesday, October 7, noon to 1 p.m, EIT 3142
Anti-Racism Reads: Alt-Right From 4Chan to the White House, Thursday, October 8, noon 1 p.m., LIB 338
IEEE Lunch and Learn: How AI is Reshaping the Future of Publishing, Thursday, October 8, noon to 1 p.m., DC LIB 1568.
From Idea to Impact: Investigating Industries and Companies, Thursday, October 8, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., online.
Warriors Men's Hockey, Friday, October 9, 7 p.m., CIF Arena
Instructional Innovations Week, Tuesday, October 13 to Friday, October 16. Featuring a range of sessions exploring innovative approaches to teaching and learning, with a particular focus on generative AI and emerging technologies.
Introduction to Crochet, Wednesday, October 14 and 21, noon to 1:00 p.m. (class is held over two weeks). It will also be held on Monday, November 2, 5 to 7 p.m. Location will be sent at registration. Note: This workshop costs $25
Social Acceptance and the Energy Transition: German and European Perspectives(presentations by three visiting Germany-based researchers), Tuesday, October 13, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., EV3-3412. Please register in advance.
Launching the AI and Teaching Instructor Resources Site - (CTE7568), Tuesday, October 13, 12:30 to 1 p.m., Online
Introduction to Assessment Redesign and GenAI - (CTE7567), Tuesday, October 13, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., MC 2036
From First Contact to Lasting Impact: Building International Research Collaborations Between Canada and Germany/Europe, an informal and open discussion facilitated by Ian Rowlands (ENV) with three visiting Germany-based researchers, Wednesday, October 14, 10 to 11 a.m., EV3-3406.
Teaching Critical Thinking in a Time of AI (CTE7563), Thursday, October 15, 1:30 to 3 p.m., MC 2036
GenAI Assessment Showcase (with faculty examples) (CTE7564), Thursday, October 15, 10:30 a.m. to noon, MC 2036
Identity offboarding, Friday, October 16, 9 to 10 a.m., virtual
Augmented Reality Video for Online / Hybrid Teaching and Tutoring (CTE7566), Friday, October 16, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Tech Sandbox (LIB 329)
AI Before the Ruins: Industry and Inquiry Before and After the Bubble, keynote lecture by Dr. Anne Pasek, Environmental Humanities Symposium, October 17, 9 to 10 p.m. EV3 1408
Bodies, Bones, and Burials: What Human Remains Reveal About the 1845 Franklin Northwest Passage Expedition, Wednesday, October 21, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Humanities Theatre, Hagey Hall
Safeguarding Science Webinar: Module 7 - Conducting Open-Source Due-Diligence (English), Thursday, October 22, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
PhD oral thesis defences
School of Optometry and Vision Science, Shilpa GORLA, “Determining the role of fluid flow on lens biomechanics," Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 9:30:00 AM, Optometry Bldg Rm 350. Supervisor(s), Dr. Vivian Choh. Visit the Faculty of Science website for details on requesting a copy to review.
Biology, Jesus Betancourt, “Pituitary Adenylate Cyclase-Activating Polypeptide for Advancing Crustacean Aquaculture: Immunomodulatory, Antibacterial, and Growth-Promoting Effects in Litopenaeus vannamei,” Thursday, October 8, 10 a.m., Remote via MS Teams. Supervisor(s), Dr. Brian Dixon. Visit the Faculty of Science website for details on requesting a copy to review.
Chemistry, Wenxue Zhang, “Ground state simulations of chains of confined rotors with dipolar interaction,” Friday, October 9, 1:30 p.m., C2 361 with Remote EE. Supervisor(s), Dr. Pierre-Nicholas Roy. Visit the Faculty of Science website for details on requesting a copy to review.
Chemistry, Cailum Stienstra, “Beyond Mass Spectrometry: Learning Orthogonal Chemical Representations for Scalable Structure Elucidation,” Friday, October 16, 2026, 1 p.m., C2 361 with Remote EE. Supervisor(s), Dr. Scott Hopkins. Visit the Faculty of Science website for details on requesting a copy to review.
Physics and Astronomy, Tristan Fraser, “Applying Neural Network Emulators to Void-Galaxy Clustering,” Monday, October 26, 1 p.m., PHY 352. Supervisor(s), Dr. Will Percival. Visit the Faculty of Science website for details on requesting a copy to review.
Physics and Astronomy, Athanasios Kogios, “Towards the Semiclassical Limit of Spinfoam Models,” Tuesday, October, 27 2026, 1:00:00 PM, PHY 352. Supervisor(s), Dr. Robert Myers. Visit the Faculty of Science website for details on requesting a copy to review.
Upcoming service interruptions
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