Social Wellness

W3+ is a community of womxn and nonbinary grad students, postdocs, staff and faculty. The purpose of W3+ is to foster a social and support network among womxn and nonbinary members of the UW community. The group offers a safe space to discuss ideas, present research, and raise awareness about gender and sexuality at the university.

The International Peer Community is a peer-support program aimed at helping new international students settle in and feel at home at the University of Waterloo. All international students including undergraduate, graduate, and exchange students are welcome to apply. 

The Office of Indigenous Relations is a central hub for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis researchers, faculty, and staff along with allies within the Waterloo campus community. They host events and gatherings throughout the year, providing spaces for learning and reflection.

Writing Cafés are multiple weekly sessions, hosted virtually or in-person, where graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty can meet to write together. 

Hosted by the Student Success Office, the Breakfast Seminar is a program where international students can gather in a leisurely, friendly setting to learn more about campus and community services and resources. Each seminar focuses on a different topic, and is a chance to meet new people, share experiences, get tips on academic and personal success, and enjoy a light breakfast!