At Conrad Grebel University College, vibrant residence life and distinctive academics come together in a close-knit learning community. Grebel’s spirit sparks creativity, kindles generosity, and embodies hospitality, bringing together people of many backgrounds and worldviews in a culture of belonging.
Grebel is home to an enthusiastic residence community on the campus of the University of Waterloo, offering student housing in a welcoming environment. Join this friendly community of people who are dedicated to making Grebel an inspiring place to live and grow. Meet some of Grebel's current students. Take an in-person or virtual tour. Discover leadership opportunities. Apply now to live in the residence.
Study with professors in a community-oriented learning environment. Grebel teaches within the Arts faculty at the University of Waterloo, administering the Music and Peace and Conflict Studies programs at Waterloo, and offering additional undergraduate courses in Arts, History, Mennonite Studies, Sociology, and Religion, Culture, and Spirituality. Grebel offers master's degrees in Theological Studies and Peace and Conflict Studies.
News
Searching for Peace Across Cultures
Professor Derek Suderman spent fall reading week teaching a class of 40 participants at SEMILLA, the Latin American Anabaptist Seminary based in Guatemala City. His course, “Searching for Shalom Through the Old Testament,” brought participants together from across Central America for a week of biblical study.
Bringing Peace and Justice Issues to the Podium
PACS student Sophia Kauffman travelled to Indiana to participate in Peace Talks, sharing her speech called “Sitting with Our Shame: Facing the History of Mennonite Residential Schools.”
Sampling of Scholarship 2026
Not only are Grebel faculty dedicated professors, but they are esteemed scholars in their respective fields, working on a wide variety of research projects.
Events
Youth Night @ Grebel
Grebel invites Youth Groups with students in grades 9-12 to join us for a youth night.
Where is the Peace Tech?
How does a peacebuilder get involved with tech? How does a techie get involved with peacebuilding? This event will shine a spotlight on the value of enabling encounters between peacebuilders and technologists by providing a window into the work of Build Up
Fall Open House
Come tour Grebel and the University of Waterloo! Prospective students, families, and teachers are invited to visit Grebel to meet current students, staff, and faculty to learn about the residence and academic programs.