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University of Waterloo events

At Waterloo, we're proud to host a wide variety of events for the campus community and our larger community. Find out what's happening on campus, from free public lectures to workshops and information sessions.

Plan your event

For support with your event, view our resources for event planners and contact community.relations@uwaterloo.ca.

Events

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

WCMR Research Symposium

the purpose of this symposium is to bring faculty members from across campus together to share their research activities, highlight their expertise, network with others, make connections, build collaborations, and much more. All involved in all types of microbial research including students, research associates, researchers, and faculty are invited.

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Black, Indigenous and Racialized Students' Writing Café

The Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Students’ Writing Café is a welcoming social writing space where students can write alongside peers in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Whether you want to work quietly, connect with others, or simply take a break with a warm drink, the café encourages community, comfort, and productivity without pressure or critique.

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Athletics & Recreation Inclusion Statement Focus Groups

From program design and timing to accessibility and who feels reflected in a space, these details shape how comfortable people feel showing up and participating. Athletics and Recreation is developing an Inclusion Statement to guide how inclusive programs and spaces continue to evolve, and we’re looking for student input. Students are invited to join a focus group to review and help shape the statement. Sessions are approximately one hour, offered online or in person. No experience needed, just your perspective.

On Friday July 10, 2026, the Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber Music Society (KWCMS) & the Institute for Quantum Computing, University of Waterloo present an evening of music with Jung Tsai (violin) & Daniel Ramjattan (guitar

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Black, Indigenous and Racialized Students' Writing Café

The Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Students’ Writing Café is a welcoming social writing space where students can write alongside peers in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Whether you want to work quietly, connect with others, or simply take a break with a warm drink, the café encourages community, comfort, and productivity without pressure or critique.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Athletics & Recreation Inclusion Statement Focus Groups

From program design and timing to accessibility and who feels reflected in a space, these details shape how comfortable people feel showing up and participating. Athletics and Recreation is developing an Inclusion Statement to guide how inclusive programs and spaces continue to evolve, and we’re looking for student input. Students are invited to join a focus group to review and help shape the statement. Sessions are approximately one hour, offered online or in person. No experience needed, just your perspective.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Black, Indigenous and Racialized Students' Writing Café

The Black, Indigenous, and Racialized Students’ Writing Café is a welcoming social writing space where students can write alongside peers in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Whether you want to work quietly, connect with others, or simply take a break with a warm drink, the café encourages community, comfort, and productivity without pressure or critique.