Athletics and Campus Recreation
If you're interested in trying out for a varsity sports team, visit the varsity sports website and fill out a new recruit form. Or get involved in one of the most extensive campus recreation programs in Canada.
Books
- Book Store - Visit the Book Store website to find out about your textbooks, store hours, refund policies, author events, the print-on-demand service, and book sale dates.
- Used Bookstore - Save money by buying your textbooks at Feds Used Books, located in the lower level of the Student Life Centre (SLC). When you've finished your first term, you can sell back the ones you no longer need!
Campus map
Wondering how to find your classes or get around campus? Use our campus map!
Computers
CampusTechshop, located in the Student Life Centre, sells computers and related technology. There are also numerous Waterloo computing services for students.
Federation of Students
Find out more about how you can get involved on campus through your student government by joining one of our 200+ clubs, volunteering with one of our great services, or finding a part-time job with one of our on-campus businesses. Stay up to date on events and other information about student life by visiting the Federation of Students website.
Money and banking
Save money on and off campus with tips for saving money. There's a CIBC branch and several CIBC bank machines, right on campus. Close to campus are BMO, ScotiaBank, and TD Canada Trust ATMs and an RBC Royal Bank branch.
Parking Services
Need a parking permit? Visit Waterloo's Parking Services website for details.
Part-time jobs
- Warrior Recreation and varsity athletics
- Federation of Students – Waterloo's student government
- Centre for Career Action – an online job listing service for Waterloo students and alumni
- Food Services
- Ontario Work-Study Plan – job opportunities for students whose financial needs have not been fully met by OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program)
- International Undergraduate Work-Study Program - job opportunities for international study permit students
- Retail Services
- Housing and Residences
Student Success Office
Success looks different to everyone and the Student Success Office (SSO) exists to help Waterloo students find their own path to success. Whether you’re looking for help with your academic skills or want to get more involved on campus, the SSO can be your starting point.
Volunteer opportunities
- Federation of Students – Waterloo's student government
- Student Success Office
- Athletics and Recreational Services
- Kitchener-Waterloo Volunteer Action Centre
WatCard Office
Your WatCard is the most important piece of identification (ID) you'll have as a student at Waterloo. Learn how to get your WatCard and use it.
