The Faculty Association of the University of Waterloo (FAUW) works to ensure collegiality, inclusivity, diversity, and academic freedom for 1,400 faculty members at Waterloo. Join us in our efforts to make Waterloo a better place to work and learn.
News
Changing the face of faculty in engineering and technology
Launched in January 2021, the IBET PhD Project has already produced 56 IBET Momentum Fellows across Canada. Founding Director Tizazu (Tiz) Mekonnen, FAUW’s 2024 Equity Fellow, sees the potential for so much more.
2024 Fall General Meeting recap
Presidential election results, auditor's report, budget updates, committee and officer reports, FAUW's Strategic Plan 2023-2026, and questions and answers from our feedback session.
Join us for a FAUW-side Chat
Join us for monthly conversations about hot topics on campus! On the second Friday of every month, we will meet in-person from 12 to 1 p.m. to hear what you think about topics that affect our membership.
Bring your lunch and join us FAUW-side for a chat!
Events
Meet the Waterloo riding candidates
FAUW is joining OCUFA, Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty Association, and Renison Association of Academic Staff for a meet-and-greet with Waterloo riding candidates.
Register now for this event happening on Friday, February 14, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
All members of University of Waterloo and affiliated colleges & Wilfrid Laurier University communities, including faculty, librarians, archivists, students, and staff are welcome!
February FAUW-side Chat: Commitment to care
Join us in-person from 12 to 1 p.m. to discuss FAUW's commitment to care, as outlined in our strategic plan.
This month, we will gather from 12 to 1 p.m., in MC 1056, to discuss FAUW's commitment to care, as outlined in our strategic plan.
What does care look and feel like to you? How can FAUW demonstrate care for our members, new faculty, FAUW as an organization, FAUW staff, and the ongoing relationship with the employer in a way that is collaborative and effective
Bring your ideas and your lunch and join us FAUW-side for a chat. This chat will be facilitated by members of FAUW's Equity Committee and there will be cookies!
FAUWffice Hours
The FAUW President and Board will be holding drop-in office hours to hear directly from our members.
FAUWffice Hours will be held on various days and times throughout the year to provide opportunities for everyone to attend, outside of teaching schedules and other recurring activities. Two members of the Board will be present during all FAUWffice Hours to listen and/or provide answers to matters you care about.
Nothing on your mind? We encourage you to drop by just to say hello, meet your representatives, and grab some free swag!