The Graduate Studies Endowment Fund (GSEF) at the University of Waterloo was created by a graduate student referendum in 2001-2002 for the purpose of "funding an on-going commitment to enhance the learning, research, and overall experience of graduate students at the University."
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Fall 2024 Funding Opportunities
Have an idea to enhance the academic or social experience for graduate students at UWaterloo? Submit an application for GSEF funding today! We have three funding streams available:
| Award Type | Requested Funding Amount | Deadline(s) |
|---|---|---|
|
Small Project |
Up to and including $600 |
1st of each month (September - December) |
| Large Project | Exceeding $600 |
October 11 |
| Environmental Sustainability Award | Any amount |
October 11 |
GSEF Recruiting for Various Roles
GSEF is looking to hire various roles on campus. If interested in applying, please email your cover letter and resume to gsef@uwaterloo.ca with the position you are applying for in the subject line.
- Vice-coordinator for student engagement: Propose new initiatives to the board that will improve the social and/or academic experience of grad students.
- Faculty of Environment representative: Join the Project Review Committee and offer your unique perspectives and experiences by helping to review student-led project applications and make funding recommendations.
- Faculty of Math representative: Join the Project Review Committee and offer your unique perspectives and experiences by helping to review student-led project applications and make funding recommendations. Two positions are available.
Apply to be the next GSEF Coordinator!
GSEF is looking to hire a new Coordinator to lead Project Review Committee and Board meetings, develop new initiatives to address graduate student needs, and carry out the day-to-day affairs of GSEF. Please see the Coordinator Job Description for more details.
Interested candidates can submit their cover letter and CV to the Coordinator (Sana Shah) at gsef@uwaterloo.ca, by March 1st 2024.
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Project Spotlight: galt.
Written with support from Najeebuddin Mohammed
Over the years, the Graduate Studies Endowment Fund has had the privilege of funding numerous unique projects that enhance the learning, research, and overall experience of graduate students at the University of Waterloo.
GSEF at Fall 2021 Welcome Week
To welcome new and returning students back on campus, the Graduate Student Association (GSA) held a Barbecue Lunch Special at the Graduate House with live music from Eric Bolton. GSEF set up a booth to meet new graduate students and provide free drinks!