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Wednesday, December 3, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

W3+ Alchemy of Becoming: A Well-being Focused Creative Hour

Join us for a moment of creativity, reflection and connection inspired by Suleika Jaouad's The Book of Alchemy. Together, we'll explore how art can transform emotion into meaning and strengthen solidarity among womxn and nonbinary members of our UW community. Art materials, snacks and warm drinks will be available--and you might win a free book!

Thursday, December 4, 2025 9:30 am - 4:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Together in Community - A Collaborative Mural Painting Event

Join the EDI-R office and Davis Centre Library for our second painting session on Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 9:30 to 4:00 PM, as we continue transforming the mural into a living symbol of unity and belonging. No experience needed, just bring your creativity and community spirit.

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Mocktails and Insights for Faculty and Staff

What do I do if I experience, or witness, identity-based harm, like racism, on campus? What happens if I tell someone? What do if someone tells me about their experience and needs help? Where can I find resources?

Join us for a drop-in session to ask questions, receive guidance, and learn about the disclosure process, reporting options, and the supports available on campus.

Friday, November 28, 2025 9:30 am - 3:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

2025 Winterfest Artisan Market

Browse items handmade by UWSA staff, students, and alumni at the 2025 Winterfest Artisan Market, November 27 and 28 in the SLC Multipurpose Room! 

Vendors contribute 10% of their proceeds to support the UWSA Student Awards, and the UWSA will make a donation to the WUSA Food Support Service for every purchase made!

Vendors will be announced shortly.

Sunday, November 16, 2025 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Free screening & Panel Discussion: Thinking Beyond the Market

Join Waterloo MPP Catherine Fife for a free screening of a new documentary by Dr. Brian Doucet, Associate Professor in the School of Planning at the University of Waterloo. Followed by a community panel discussion about housing. Includes free small popcorn! Doors open at 12:30.

Thursday, November 20, 2025 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Entrepreneurship and Impact Series: AMA with Chris Noble

Join us for an exclusive 'Ask Me Anything' event featuring Chris Noble, CTO & Co-Founder of Penny AI and Endlss, on November 20, 2025, in DC 1302 at 4:30 PM.

Ever wonder how a kid selling chips and pops in Grade 6 ends up building companies backed by tens of millions in venture funding? Come hear Chris Noble, University of Waterloo alum and serial entrepreneur. He’ll talk about startup grit, scaling chaos, life lessons from Muay Thai, accidentally sending 10 million emails, and what it really means to ride the waves of the market.

Saturday, November 22, 2025 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

The Make a Difference (MAD) Holiday Market

Join us on Saturday, November 22nd from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Conrad Grebel University College for our annual Holiday Make a Difference Market! This festive event brings together local vendors and artisans for a joyful day of community, shopping, and giving back.

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 10:30 am - 12:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Keeping Well at Work Special Event: Calling In Those You'd Rather Cancel

For a Keeping Well at Work special virtual event, join us for an interactive morning with guest keynote speaker, Loretta J. Ross to learn about the concept of "calling people in" as a helpful tool when conflict arises.

Participants will explore “how to start making change with those you’d rather cancel,” and ways we, as a society and as a university, can incorporate new practices of reducing harm through conversations focused on shared values and connection, rather than punishment.

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

November 2025 Collaborative and Connected Research Panel

As part of the University of Waterloo's Collaborative and Connected Research Panel Series, the November panel event will bring together current department chairs and school directors to discuss how to build collaborative and co-operative relationships. The conversation will focus on building collaboration in research and educational settings, including how collaboration can enable new forms of professional relationships and generate creativity. This panel is hosted by the Office of the Vice-President, Research and International and the Faculty of Health.