03/04: Supporting students during budget challenges

To: Graduate students at the University of Waterloo     

From: James Rush, Vice-President, Academic and Provost

Date: Monday, March 4, 2024

Earlier today, we let University employees know about some reductions to the University’s budget for the next few years. We've put these new measures in place to ensure the financial stability of the University now and into the future, in response to many years of government under-funding of all universities in Ontario.  

Our commitment to you – your studies, your community, and your wellness – is unwavering. Our faculty and staff will continue to deliver exceptional academic programing, experiential and research-based learning, and high-quality services and support. We will continue to invest in priorities such as student mental health supports, our new residence building, and enhancements to our campus and services for you. 

If you are interested, you can read more about the details of the budget changes on the Provost’s Office website. If you have questions, please email communications@uwaterloo.ca. 

James W.E. Rush
Vice-President, Academic and Provost
Office of the Provost