Events

The Meaning of Ice: Co-production of knowledge and community action in a changing Arctic

What does ice mean to different people? How can linking different ways of knowing about ice add to our understanding about the Arctic, and how it is changing? What does this mean for the rest of the world and our sustainable future? Dr. Shari Fox will address these and other questions in a lecture that explores sea ice and the changing Arctic environment through community-led research, harvesting, photography, science, art, and more.

The natural resource sector both affects and is affected by climate change. Join ERS grad Chris Adachi for insights on the future of sustainability related roles in the natural resource sector. As the Director of Climate Change at Teck Resources, Chris focuses on all dimensions of climate change, including the pursuit of decarbonization technologies and working with governments to support these technologies.

Ever wonder what it’s like to work for a municipality? Curious about Canada’s various waste management systems? Get the answers to these questions and more in GEM grad, Olivia Kwok’s Alumni Office Hour. Olivia has over 11 years of experience working in the municipal waste industry across Canada. It’s a constantly evolving field, so join Olivia to learn about the opportunities in the industry, what it’s like working across Canada and to hear her tips on informational interviews.

Erin Murray is an advocate for both environmental sustainability and mental health. In addition to her work supporting biodiversity with the Canadian Wildlife Services, Erin recently published her second book, a poetry collection called Courageous Conversations, an ode to mental illness that aims to remove the stigma surrounding mental health.  

Soft skills – everyone has heard of them but what are they? Why do we need them? And how do you develop them?

Join ERS grad Catherine Coleman to hear insights on transferrable soft skills like networking as an introvert, building relationships from zero, integrating your interests/passion in your career path and the give-and-take of work relationships.

There’s a saying “the riches are in the niches” and for grads facing an uncertain job market, it’s valuable advice. 2021 planning grad, Anika Abdullah found her niche as an accessibility specialist with DesignABLE Environments through digital networking and cold calls.

Whether you’re interested in entrepreneurship, manufacturing or Industrial IoT, join Geography grad Dave Fox for a value-packed Alumni Office Hour.

KIX (n): Knowledge Integration eXhibition; a convergence of disciplines, teaching methods and creative minds in an object-centric exhibition on topics related to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

The students in the Knowledge Integration program invite you to experience the culmination of our third-year design project: The Museum Course. Working in teams to produce these exhibits has been a rewarding and unique experience.

You can’t underestimate the power of saying ‘yes’ while early in your career. From volunteering to trying out a different sector to starting a master’s degree, saying ‘yes’ has helped ENBUS grad Alice Bao grow her professional network and build her career in the financial services sector.

Derek Coleman is a PhD graduate (1974) from the University of Waterloo’s School of Planning. A pioneer in environmental policy in Ontario Planning, Derek started one of the first environmental consulting firms in the province in 1972- Ecologistics Ltd. Since then, he has completed more than 1,000 projects in Ontario and six other provinces over five decades.