Events

The History Anti-Racism Taskforce (HART) and the Tri-University Graduate Student Association (TUGSA) is hosting a graduate student panel in honour of Indigenous History Month. The panelists include: C. Elizabeth Best, a Scoop survivor, and Sarah Stravridis, an incoming JD student at the University of Ottawa, and Emma Smith, a Master's student from the University of Waterloo. The panel will be chaired by Dr. Susan Roy, an associate professor with the University of Waterloo.

Level: Introductory

This workshop is a 101 course for those that are looking to get a baseline understanding of core foundational concepts and frameworks as it relates to anti-racism, addressing disclosures of racism and bystander intervention. This workshop is reserved for Waterloo Students only.


Workshop Description:

This is a 3-hr introductory workshop to help students develop a sense of accountability and understanding of the pervasive nature of racism within the Institution. The workshop will provide a high-level overview of racism and how to support someone who has experienced racism (through informal or formal mechanisms).

This presentation will engage with participants to explore what they know and what they think they know about 2Spirit and Queer-Trans Indigenous experiences and histories. Folks will also review some of the LGBTQ+ Pride history of Canada. Folks are encouraged to come with an open heart, mind and spirit. Topic warning: colonisation, racism, homophobia/transphobia, gender based violence, residential schools

This is a three-hour workshop, held in person at UWaterloo EXP 1689.

All are welcome!

In June, the Waterloo Public Library, in honour of Indigenous History Month, invites and encourages you to appreciate the rich culture and heritage of Indigenous peoples, while learning more about the atrocities that Indigenous communities have faced and continue to face today.

Discover Indigenous History Month reading suggestions, programs, educational resources and community events.

This is a two-part virtual workshop that journeys through First Nations, Inuit, and Métis 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.

In this workshop, you will learn about trauma-informed pedagogy: teaching practices that are informed by an understanding of trauma, its prevalence, and its impact on learning. We will discuss some strategies you can take as a TA to support all students, especially those who have experienced trauma.

Participants with and without trauma experience are welcome to attend and connect. While discussions on the topic of trauma can be difficult, you won’t be asked to share your personal experiences and you are invited to take a break at any time throughout the workshop.

This is a live session that will take place in Zoom. The link to the session will be sent to you by email closer to the date.

This workshop is made available to University of Waterloo staff through the office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-racism's Pride at Work membership. When registering, be sure to indicate University of Waterloo as your organization/employer.

Join a dynamic and thought-provoking presentation on the intersectionality within the 2SLGBTQIA+ workplace inclusion. Speakers will explore the ways in which different social identities intersect and impact the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and share strategies for promoting intersectional inclusion and advocacy. This event is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of intersectionality and learn how to better support and uplift diverse voices within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.

Who can attend? This session is open to Students.

Mental health impacts us all. Each of us has a role in supporting the mental health of those within our communities. In this workshop, Recognizing and Responding to a Person in Distress, we aim to give the University of Waterloo students and employees the skills and confidence to support others (students and colleagues) who may be in distress. We will focus on recognizing the signals of a person in distress, effectively responding with care and empathy and understand how to refer to resources within the community. It can be challenging to find the words to support a person in distress. This workshop aims to equip participants with tools, strategies, and resources that increase our capacity to help in challenging situations.

AccessAbility Services’ Academic Skill-Building Program is a 4-week self-guided program designed for first-year students registered with AccessAbility Services or students newly registered with our office. You will explore learning strategy supports and resources developed to promote greater self-awareness for how you learn and provide the opportunity for academic success. Please do not register for more than 1 program start date. Participants will receive a meeting link through Microsoft Teams prior to the session.
Registration is limited to students registered with AccessAbility Services.
 

Effective reading and notetaking can play a key role in your academic success. Discover how to stay focused and adapt your reading and notetaking strategies to your learning environment. In this workshop you will: 

1. Develop skills for active learning and engagement 
2. Use strategies to read with focus and efficiency 
3. Learn how to implement effective notetaking strategies 

*This workshop has been designed for students with a disability and/or registered with AccessAbility Services. Everyone is welcome to learn and participate!

*Please note registration will close 30 minutes before the start of the workshop. The meeting link will be provided via email 10 minutes prior to the start of the workshop.