Future undergraduate students

Come join our celebration of APL history at the Computer Museum Open House on Saturday, October 25, 2025!

The event will be held in the Davis Centre "Fishbowl" (DC 1301), and will run from 11:00am to 4:00pm. We will have various APL-related artifacts on display, along with interactive retro computers and some of our recent acquisitions. There will be guest exhibits from the KW Computer Heritage Group as well as mathematics alumni Steve McDowell joining us at 1:30PM to talk about his experiences as one of the developers of Waterloo microAPL: The Story of Waterloo microAPL.

Judge Albert Wong has dedicated over 49 years to public service, including peacekeeping roles in Afghanistan and Africa. As a Citizenship Judge since 2014, he has helped integrate over 300,000 new Canadians and advocates for inclusive immigration policies. A University of Waterloo alumnus, Judge Wong is also an active volunteer, promoting unity and social cohesion within Asian Canadian communities, and believes in the power of collaboration to build a stronger, more inclusive Canada.

Join our expert panel for a timely and engaging conversation about how we can foster healthier lives across our communities. Discussions will explore the vital interplay between physical activity, nutrition, and social connection—not only as key components of well-being, but as meaningful and preventative health strategies.

Ontario’s universities have been travelling together across this province this fall, offering fair-style events in most Ontario regions. The local event will be taking place on Thursday, October 16 at the University of Waterloo in the CIF Field House with fairs happening 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and again 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

A three-week, facilitator-led creative writing space for Black, Indigenous, racialized, and equity-denied undergraduates.

Through structured writing prompts and activities, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a genre that speaks to you—whether that be poetry, fiction, storytelling, or something in between.

Learn how expectations at university differ from those in high school and find out about the many resources available to you.  Attend all three workshops or choose what interests you most.

• 3:00-3:35 PM  Beyond Google: Navigating library resources for academic success 
• 3:45-4:35  PM Succeeding at university-level research and writing 
• 4:45-5:30  PM Using GenAI productively and ethically in university writing 

Build confidence in academic speaking and writing through our free workshop series designed specifically for international and multilingual undergraduate students.  What you'll get:

• Interactive practice in a supportive environment 
• Peer learning with students who share similar experiences 
• Certificate of completion (attend all 5 sessions) 

When: Thursdays from 3:00 - 4:15 p.m. (September 11 – October 9, 2025) 
Where: IEC's Global Lounge (NH 1124) 

A space where you can write without judgment, rest without guilt, and connect with peers navigating similar challenges in their academic journeys.

Drop in to write, meet with a writing advisor, or just enjoy a warm drink and a moment of calm. No pressure, no critique—just a space to be seen, supported, and productive on your own terms.

Write in community – not in isolation.

Waterloo Tech Week is a celebration of what's been built here, and what's still to come. We're bringing together builders from all over to share their experiences with others - creating a way for anyone to connect with the people, ideas, and values that define this community. Whether through a panel, demo night, workshop, meetup, or something entirely new, there'll be an event for everyone at Waterloo Tech Week.

Learn how expectations at university differ from those in high school and find out about the many resources available to you.  Attend all three workshops or choose what interests you most.

• 3:00-3:35 PM  Beyond Google: Navigating library resources for academic success 
• 3:45-4:35 PM  Succeeding at university level research and writing 
• 4:45-5:30 PM  Using GenAI productively and ethically in university writing