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Student Showcase
Call for Posters, Projects & Art Installations
The Student Climate Council invites University of Waterloo undergrad and grad students to submit proposals to present at the Student Showcase at this year’s Climate Con 2025 hosted on Friday February 7th 2025. The Climate Con is an annual climate change convention, organized to showcase the contributions of students across all disciplines that tackle climate change.

Join the Water Institute’s Webinar Series: The Value of Water in Canada for an engaging presentation by Phillipe Murphy-Rhéaume, Chief Development Officer at the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative. His talk, The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative: Challenges and Opportunities for Freshwater Cities in an Era of Transformation, will explore how cities are navigating the evolving freshwater landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the future of freshwater management.

Join the Student Climate Council for Paint & Unwind Night—a relaxing evening designed to help you recharge before finals! 🖌 Create unique leaf art and paint tote bags 🤝 Connect with friends and peers in a cozy, supportive atmosphere 🌿 Take a well-deserved break to refocus and refresh No artistic experience is needed—just bring yourself and a friend!

Join this engaging 45-minute introduction to generative AI, perfect for anyone curious about using tools like ChatGPT (Free & Premium) and Copilot (Waterloo-approved vs. Embedded 365). In a friendly, accessible format, we’ll break down the essentials of prompt crafting, managing conversations, and simple use cases to begin.

Make a Difference (MAD) Holiday Market: Shop, Support, and Give Back!

Join us on November 30th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Conrad Grebel University College for our "Holiday Make a Difference" event! This festive gathering brings together local vendors and artisans for a day of community, shopping, and giving back. Discover unique gifts and support small businesses while helping us make a positive impact this holiday season.

Register now for Mapping out the Global Innovation Landscape Conference livestreamed panel discussions on November 21st!

Hear from scholars, experts, and innovators about international opportunities in emerging tech sectors like AI, biotechnology, quantum, and more. This one-day conference will feature three livestreamed panels to help develop a report on how Canada can strategically engage with international partners in science and technology.

Experience innovation and sustainability at the Sustainable Aeronautics Summit on November 19th, 2024. Hosted by the Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics (WISA), this premier event brings together industry leaders and visionary thinkers to work towards a sustainable future for aviation and aerospace. Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this transformative journey!

As part of the Water Institute's Webinar Series: The Value of Water in Canada, Kurt Kornelsen, Director, Environment and Climate Change, Ontario Power Generation, presents: Value interactions between water and hydropower in Ontario Power Generation.

The Indigenous Speakers Series is honoured to present Greg Staats, winner of the 2024 Governor General’s Award for Visual and Media Arts (GGArts) and a 2024-25 Longhouse Labs Fellow here at the University of Waterloo. At this event, Greg will discuss his evolving methodology based on phenomena, lens-based issues and a lifelong practice focused on Hodinosho:ni imagery and the responsibilities to land body and memory.

The 2024 Winterfest Handmade Market (formerly the UWSA Craft Show & Sale) takes place December 3 and 4 in the Student Life Centre. All items are handmade by UWSA staff, students, or alumni, and the market is a fundraiser for staff and student grants.