Dr. Brent Doberstein in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management has been honoured with the University of Waterloo’s Distinguished Teacher Award. Congratulations, Dr. Doberstein!
In recognition of her research achievement and career potential, The Canadian Association of Geographers named Dr. Chantel Markle as the recipient of The Julian M. Szeicz Award for Early Career Achievement.
Huge congratulations to graduating students Emma LeCouffe, Abby La Chapelle, Francesca Girmenia, Estubdink Addis Kasu, Kirsi O'Quinn, Sam Ferrerira, Katie Croutch, and Campbell Bowser for receiving the Undergraduate Academic Achievement award from the Faculty of Environment. Join us in celebrating the students and read more to see their next steps!
PhD candidate Nayadeth Arriagada is a finalist in the 2026 SSHRC Storytellers Challenge, a national competition that challenges postsecondary students nationwide to demonstrate how their research is positively influencing the world. Arriagada shares how her research rethinks gender, vulnerability and adaptation for small‑scale fisheries in Chile and beyond.