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News
Katherine Sellen to lead design innovation as inaugural George Soulis Chair
Dr. Katherine (Kate) Sellen, a leading design researcher working at the intersection of health innovation and human-centred systems, has been appointed the Faculty of Engineering’s inaugural George Soulis Chair in the Department of Systems Design Engineering (SYDE).
Beginning May 1, 2025, Sellen will bring her practice-based research and strong commitment to community impact into a role that builds on the department’s legacy of interdisciplinary, human-centred design education.
Dean Wells joins national celebration of iron ring centennial
The centennial of Canada’s iconic iron ring ceremony was marked with renewed spirit through the unveiling of a modernized and more inclusive Calling of the Engineer — exactly 100 years after the original event.
Dean Mary Wells represented the University of Waterloo at the first-ever presentation of the updated ceremony, held April 25 at McGill University. In Montreal for the annual spring meeting of Engineering Deans Canada, Wells attended the event alongside fellow engineering deans nationwide.
Prof recognized as emerging leader in materials science
A chemical engineering professor has been recognized as an Emerging Investigator by a leading international journal for his innovative research in materials science.
Dr. Milad Kamkar received the honour from Materials Horizons for his contributions to soft matter engineering.
Events
Centennial Cheers: Ring Road Lager Launch Party
The Faculty of Engineering hosts a launch party for the Ring Road Lager in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Iron Ring.
Lecture: The Iron Ring at 100 - Trust, Transformation, and the Future of Canadian Engineering
The Faculty of Engineering hosts a lecture in partnership with the TRuST Network to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Iron Ring.
Documentary Screening: "Rock This Town"
Rock This Town brings to life the exciting history of rock music concerts in KW from the 1960s and 1970s. An insider’s look into the gritty reality of building the local live music scene. This 70-minute documentary features interviews with music business pros plus performances by today’s musicians. Rock stars come and go but live music is here to stay!