Supporting you from your first term to convocation
Information, resources, and supports for graduate students at Waterloo.
Events
Unlocking Opportunities Beyond the Classroom
Learn how to identify opportunities such as unique roles, groups, and events that can set you apart.
Demystifying Comprehensive and Qualifying Exams
Learn how to prepare for one of the biggest milestones in your program.
2026 Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute Graduate Student Conference
The Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute, in partnership with Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs, is hosting the 2nd CPI Graduate Student Conference on March 30, 2026. This in-person conference showcases interdisciplinary graduate research at the intersection of cybersecurity and privacy and offers opportunities to receive feedback and connect with peers, faculty, and industry professionals.
News
Announcing the 2026 GRADflix winners
Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs is delighted to announce the winners of the 2026 GRADflix competition: Alicia Pan, Chuchi Chen, Madeleine Kenyon, and Jeswin Joseph.
Announcing the 2026 GRADflix finalists
Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs is proud to announce the 2026 GRADflix finalists.
Waterloo researchers turning plastic waste into vinegar
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have discovered a way to turn plastic waste into acetic acid, the main ingredient of vinegar, using sunlight.