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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

Thursday, December 5, 2024 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Velocity Kickbacks: Rapid Relax & Create: Stress Free Prototyping

Stressed about finals? Take a break and join us for a fun and relaxing prototyping session!
Team up, get creative, and design a stress-relief prototype using mystery materials. No experience needed—just a desire to unwind, collaborate, and
have fun! Plus, there’ll be snacks, hot chocolate, and lots of laughs.
Come for the creativity, stay for the stress relief at the MC Dungeon!

Monday, December 9, 2024 11:59 pm - 11:59 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Climate Con: Call for Posters

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.

Sunday, December 15, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Winterfest: 36th Annual Celebration

Bring your family, friends, or work team for a fun afternoon at the Staff Association's 36th annual Winterfest! This year, Winterfest features: skating, face painting, a hot chocolate bar, and more! Kids' wrapped gifts and group/family photos can be added on for a small fee.

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.

Thursday, January 9, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Lectures in Catholic Experience Presents - Dr. Amir Hussain

Amir Hussain, a Canadian Muslim with a dissertation on Muslim communities in Toronto, found himself some twenty years ago teaching at a Catholic university in Los Angeles. In 2009, he became the first non-Christian scholar to be tenured in his department (which was founded with the university almost 100 years earlier). He then served a term as chair of that Department of Theological Studies. In this presentation, Amir will talk about his journey, from graduate work in a secular department for the study of religion, to first teaching in a large public state university, and then seeking out a position in a Jesuit university’s theology department.

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

GRADflix Showcase

We're rolling out the red carpet for the 2025 GRADflix showcase!
You're invited to join Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs for a viewing of finalist GRADflix submissions before the winners are announced. Prizes include 1st-4th place with prizes ranging from $250-$750 and a finalist's choice award valued at $250.