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Welcome to your class reunion!

The 55-year anniversary class reunion in 2023 is for the Waterloo Engineering class of 1968.

The 60-year anniversary class reunion in 2023 is for the Waterloo Engineering Class of 1963.

You're invited to reunite and reminisce about your engineering student days at your milestone class Reunion. We hope that you will be able to attend your class reunion to celebrate with your family and friends and to reconnect with your classmates, your professors, your Faculty, and your University. You will also have an opportunity to learn how the campus has changed since you graduated as well as meet current students and learn about current student life on campus.

Browse this page to learn all about your reunion, or choose a link to go directly to:

Reunion Event Listing

Friday, May 31, 2024

Rock this Town poster - when live music rocked Kitchener-Waterloo

Documentary Screening: “Rock This Town”

4:30 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.
Princess Twin Cinemas, 46 King Street North, Waterloo

Rock This Town brings to life the exciting history of rock music concerts in KW from the 1960’s and 1970’s. 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!

Rock This Town was produced by Betty Anne Keller (BA '69), who will join each documentary screening to introduce the film and provide an exclusive Q&A session. The late Joe Recchia (BASC '68, MASC '71) and other special guests are featured in the film.

Come to the Princess Cinemas to relive the music and memories that made history!

Cost: $10-$15 per person, plus tax.

Saturday, June 1, 2024

Engineering 7 building

Tours

10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
Departing from the Atrium, 1st Floor, Engineering 7

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Take a student-guided tour through the halls of Engineering to see your old stomping ground and its new state-of-the art labs to hear about the transformational research taking place within the Faculty of Engineering. For those who prefer to explore the buildings independently, a self-guided tour option is available.

Cost: Included in your registration fee

Alumni picking up merchandise

Reunion Headquarters and Open House

9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Atrium, 1st Floor, Engineering 7

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The open house will be your one-stop shop headquarters for all things Reunion: name badges, maps, event information, refreshments, engineering tours and much more!
At the open house, you will be able to:
  • Mingle with fellow engineering classmates from the classes of 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, 2015 and 2020
  • Meet the Dean of Engineering and EngSoc executives
  • Replace your Iron Ring - Camp 15 Iron Ring Wardens will be in attendance
  • Entertain the kids: Engineering Science Quest (ESQ) will provide fun educational activities
  • Experience the latest in robotics research at the RoboHub
  • Purchase your EngSoc souvenirs from the pop-up Novelties Store
  • Test your engineering skills at the Engineering Ideas Clinic
  • Meet The Toolbearers and take a photo with The Tool
  • Refuel with light refreshments and snacks
  • Enjoy a cold beverage from the cash bar

Cost: Included in your registration fee

Mary Wells

Lecture with the Dean

10:30 - 11:30 A.M.
Room 3101/3102, 3rd Floor, Engineering 5

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Professor Mary Wells, the Dean of Engineering, will deliver a 60-minute visionary lecture about the future of engineering at the University of Waterloo, followed by a Q&A session.

VIRTUAL OPTION: Register for the ‘online lecture’ and you will be emailed a link to watch the recorded video of the lecture at your leisure.

Cost: Included in your registration fee

People making and eating burgers

Forever Black and Gold Luncheon

12:00 - 2:00 P.M.
Federation Hall

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Enjoy a delicious buffet luncheon and join alumni from across campus to celebrate your 25-year, 50-year, 55-year or 60-year anniversary at this very special milestone celebration, including an archives display of photos and memorabilia from the milestone years and a celebratory address by University of Waterloo President Vivek Goel. Live music by Jones and the Jackpines. Wear or bring along your favourite University of Waterloo clothing or memorabilia for a chance to win great prizes!

Cost: $30 per person; price includes one beverage and buffet lunch.

People in a classroom listening to a lecture

Back-to-the-Classroom Lecture

2:30 - 3:30 P.M.
Room 1351, 1st Floor, Davis Centre

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Professor Larry Smith
BA 1968, Economics
MA 1975, Economics

Canada in a World Without Rules

The post war framework of agreements to regulate foreign trade has effectively collapsed. The current US government no longer considers itself bound by any past arrangement or understanding, believing its size allows it to act unilaterally in its own immediate self-interest.

Where does this leave Canada with its highly trade-dependent economy?

The immediate effects on the Canadian economy will be discussed along with the strategies that a crafty Canadian government could pursue in the current situation.

Cost: Included in your registration fee

Dinner event space with many tables filled with people eating

Reunion Dinner Party

1st and 2nd floors, Engineering 7
7:00 - 10:00 P.M.

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Reception: 7:00 p.m.
Dinner: 8:00 p.m.

Complete your Reunion celebrations with a gourmet buffet dinner in the company of your classmates. Relive your student memories, enjoy good food and drink, and celebrate the milestone anniversary of graduating from the University of Waterloo. A pre-dinner reception with the Dean of Engineering, Mary Wells, will take place on the first floor of E7 followed by dinner. You and your guests will be grouped for dinner according to your decade of study in select locations throughout the Engineering 7 building.

Cost: $85 per person. Price includes appetizers and buffet dinner. Cash bar. Advance registration is required; spouses and guests are welcome to attend.

Note: HST #R119260685
If you have any questions about your reunion, please email or call 519.888.4567 ext. 43863. (Please email for the fastest response.)

Registration

Online registration is open! Deadline for registration is TBD

Support Waterloo Engineering

Celebrate the anniversary of your graduation by making a gift to support Waterloo Engineering. Donating is a way to give back to your alma mater, show your class spirit, and support student success by giving to your favourite student team, WEEF or to the area of greatest need. Make your gift while you register for reunion activities or online.

Accommodations

We have a variety of locations offering special prices for alumni and guests coming back for Alumni Weekend. Be sure to mention “University of Waterloo Alumni Weekend” to take advantage of the rates listed below. 

Delta Waterloo
110 Erb Street West, Waterloo, ON N2L 0C6 (1.7 km)
$170 per night (SOLD OUT) - other rates available
Call 1-888-236-2427 for reservations or book directly online.

Homewood Suites by Hilton
45 Benjamin Rd., Waterloo ON, N2V 0C6
One King Studio w/ pull-out couch - $149.00 per night
One King (or Two Queens) One Bedroom suite w/ pull-out couch - $159.00 per night
Plus 4% MAT fee and 13% HST.
Book online: http://www.waterloostjacobs.homewoodsuites.com
Select dates and then select "Special Rates" -> "Corporate Account": 0002654995
Book through phone: please call 519-514-0088 and mention the numeric code 0002654995

Courtyard Marriott Waterloo St. Jacobs    
50 Benjamin Rd E, Waterloo, ON N2V 2J9 (5.1 km)
$154 per night
Call 519-884-9295 for reservations or book directly online.
Book before May 3 for guaranteed rate.

Hampton Inn and Suites
55 Benjamin Rd., Waterloo ON, N2V 0C6
Standard 1King/2Queen Rooms - $139.00 + Tax
Studio 1 King/2Queen Suites - $149.00 + Tax
Plus 4% MAT and 13% HST
Online booking: http://www.watertooStJacobs.hamptonbyhilton.com
Under Special Rates-Corporate ID 0002654995
Phone: 519-514-0090 mentioning that you have a corporate number : 0002654995

Helpful hints

Campus parking 
Paid visitor parking is available on Friday, June 2, 2023 in parking lots A, B, C, H, M, N, Q, W and X at $5 per day (credit card or coins required). 
Complimentary parking will be available on Saturday, June 3, 2023 in parking lots A, B, C, N, R, W and X. Pay parking is available in Lot H ($5 in coins required). 

Maps and directions 
Campus Maps, Directions, and Parking 

Dress code 
Daytime events are casual. 
Business or business casual attire recommended in the evening. 

Other things to do on campus and tourist information 

Gifts and apparel

Celebrate your class reunion in style with the W Store's wide selection of Waterloo Alumni branded apparel, swag and gifts! Shipping is available worldwide. Enjoy exclusive savings in store on June 2 and 3, 2023 when you spend $75 (before taxes) and receive $10 off your purchase.

Please note: Custom UWaterloo Jackets, grad rings and course materials are excluded from this offer. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer/promotion.