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Engineering Equity and Diversity, University of Waterloo, Faculty of Engineering, with hands on a table.

Engineering EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) is a new initiative on campus, catering to faculty, staff, and students within the Faculty of Engineering; our goals are in alignment with those of the University of Waterloo’s Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-Racism. We strive to amplify events which support and bolster equity and inclusivity on campus, as well as host our own events to help students with similar experiences connect with one another. We also provide support to student groups and chapters such as AISES (American Indian Science and Engineering Society), EngiQueers, NSBE (National Society of Black Engineers), and WiE (Women in Engineering). 

Events

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Keeping Connected: An Evening of Indigenous Storytelling

The University of Waterloo Libraries invites you to a captivating evening of Indigenous storytelling. Please join us in welcoming Bomgiizhik (Isaac Murdoch) of the Great Lakes and Goombine (Richard Scott-Moore) of the Southeast coast of Australia to our main campus.

These fascinating storytellers will share traditional songs and stories, while highlighting the spirit and connections Indigenous people share across the globe.

This event is open to all Waterloo students, employees, retirees, alumni and the local Indigenous and ally community. It is available both online and in-person. Please register to help us facilitate online attendance.

Monday, January 13, 2025 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Office of Indigenous Relations Anniversary Celebration Open House

Join us in celebrating the 4th anniversary of the Office of Indigenous Relations (OIR) at the University of Waterloo! All are welcome for the afternoon to connect with the OIR team and learn more about our mission, initiatives, and contributions to supporting Indigenous students, faculty, staff and alumni fostering greater awareness and understanding of Indigenous issues and culture on campus.

Thursday, January 16, 2025 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

You Don't Know What You Don't Know with Ela Smith

This is a three-part workshop that journeys through First Nations, Inuit, and Metis relations with settlers. As the title indicates, you don't know what you don't know so everyone is welcome. You will be introduced to the concept of Miskasowin (wholistic self-evaluation) that will define content, context, and relationship, promoting further action, accountability, and responsibilities as a treaty person in this land now known as Canada. This is an online, 3-hour workshop, in a small-group setting.

Hosted by the Office of Indigenous Relations, facilitated by Ela Smith.