“Food & Faith: Mennonites Farming Locally and Globally”
Mennonite sociologist Winfield Fretz called farming the ‘sacred vocation.’ Even though fewer and fewer Mennonites are involved in it, we are all dependent on, if not blessed by it. We used to talk together about farming and faith a lot more when more of us were farmers. Maybe it’s time to talk again.
Ever wonder what life will be like after you graduate?
This installation provides a tangible response to one of our culture's most pervasive rape myths.
Outfits featured have been recreated from the stories of student-survivors. If only ending sexual violence was as easy as changing our clothes, instead it requires all of us to evaluate what enabled us as individuals and as a society to ask, "what were you wearing?" in the first place.
This installation is a part of Consent Week 2020 and presented in partnership with the Sexual Assault Support Centre.
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Are you a co-op student looking to spend a work term in a unique and exciting environment? Come hear from previous startup co-ops as they share their experiences working in Canada’s most productive incubator! Three students who worked for companies in the Velocity Incubator will share the ups, downs, and day to day life in a startup.
Be sure to come out and get a leg up on the competition!
Talking about consent doesn't need to be awkward! Through a conversation with SASC on what consent is, what barriers exist in creating a culture of consent, and how to apply consent practices in sexual and non-sexual contexts, participants will learn ways to incorporate consent into their daily practices.
Light refreshements will be provided!
A presentation on stalking and dating violence.
For over a decade, Julie S. Lalonde was stalked by a former partner that she met in high school. Drawing on her experience, years of advocacy with other survivors and academic research on the causes and enablers of stalking, this keynote will give participants concrete tools to challenge unhealthy relationship dynamics; in themselves and others.
This Bell Let's Talk Day, join the movement. Join us in a conversation about mental health and how we can create change. Hosted by Jack.org, trained speakers will equip audiences to spark conversations, look out for each other, and end the silence around mental health.
Before, during, and after this event, Peer Health Education and Active Minds UWaterloo will host display booths for #Bellletstalk day and mental health awareness.
What makes an idea a business?
Meet Jean Becker, UWaterloo’s first senior director of Indigenous initiatives, in conversation with Lori Campbell, director of the Waterloo Indigenous Student Centre.
Bass Daniel Lichti, tenor James McLean, and pianist Anna Ronai are well known to local audiences. Their program includes duets by Mendelssohn, Schumann, Balfe and Rossini.
This session of Waterloo Women's Wednesdays features talks by two faculty members whose research explores the use of digital storytelling by marginalized groups. All women and non-binary grad students, post-docs, staff, and faculty members are invited to attend.
Research Ethics will be offering drop-in sessions throughout January, February, March and April to answer questions related to the ethics process, including submitting, renewing, and amending an application. Come prepared with your questions and a laptop.
These sessions are for faculty and students and will take place in the Dana Porter Library (study booth on the main floor) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Wednesday, beginning January 8 and ending April 29, 2020.
This workshop is open to women identified and non-binary staff and faculty of all abilities.
Wen-Do focuses on safety and empowerment, preparing women-identified participants to defend themselves both mentally and physically, and giving them the confidence to deal with the diverse types of aggression they are most likely to encounter in real life.
The techniques used are practical and easy to learn, and the learning environment is safe, supportive, and full of positive energy.
This workshop is open to women identified and non-binary students of all abilities.
Wen-Do focuses on safety and empowerment, preparing women-identified participants to defend themselves both mentally and physically, and giving them the confidence to deal with the diverse types of aggression they are most likely to encounter in real life.
The techniques used are practical and easy to learn, and the learning environment is safe, supportive, and full of positive energy.
Join Vanessa Minke-Martin, Marine Science & Communications Specialist at Pacific Wild, as she discusses why KI students are well-suited for a career protecting the environment.
The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) is comprised of many talented faculty members, students and researchers from various backgrounds of study. WIN wants to showcase their incredible work through a Member Seminar Series! Each month this Winter term a professor and 2 of their researchers will present to our community.
Akindi 101: Learn how to create and edit tests in Akindi, print and scan test sheets, and send grades directly to your LEARN gradebook.
This interactive workshop will explore current activity in all geothermal technologies being used or considered in Canada, and will generate a short synthesis outlining future pathways to greater adoption of this green energy source.
Ralf Buschmeyer celebrates his return to Ontario with friends new and old.
Research Ethics will be offering drop-in sessions throughout January, February, March and April to answer questions related to the ethics process, including submitting, renewing, and amending an application. Come prepared with your questions and a laptop.
These sessions are for faculty and students and will take place in the Dana Porter Library (study booth on the main floor) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Wednesday, beginning January 8 and ending April 29, 2020.
The Department of Spanish and Latin American Studies invites you to the screening of Even the Rain, the inaugural film of the 2020 Latin American Film Festival.
When: Tuesday, January 21 at 6:30pm
Where: Kitchener Public Library, Main Branch, 85 Queen St.
FREE ADMISSION
The Spanish Film Club series was made possible with the support of Pragda, and the Embassy of Spain in Washington DC, Spain-USA Foundation. Special thanks to the Secretary of State for Culture of Spain.
Turn your research into a startup! Why not?
At this panel discussion with local founders and University of Waterloo professors, learn how the skills and research gained through your graduate studies can enable you to be a great entrepreneur. Meet other graduate students and build your network with other aspiring entrepreneurs.
Timeless chant, Spanish Renaissance music, and prayer in the austere beauty of Keffer Chapel at Martin Luther University College. Presented by Schola Musica Sacra, which includes UWaterloo and WLU students.
Student Level: Junior, Intermediate, Masters, Senior
Student Type: Co-op
