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
Dreaming a Bigger World Experience
What global experience would you pursue if cost wasn’t a barrier? Consider a term abroad, an immersive language program, a globally focused internship, or research grounded in another culture. Experiences like these can broaden your perspective, influence your career path, and prepare you to engage the world more thoughtfully.
In that spirit, Senator V. Peter Harder (BA 1975, Hon. LLD 2005) has committed $50,000 annually to support University of Waterloo undergraduate and graduate students connected to Conrad Grebel University College who are pursuing international learning opportunities. His advice is simple: “Think global. Global literacy is something you need to experience, not just study.”
Applications are now open for spring 2026, with consideration beginning March 25. Start dreaming and apply now!
Building Community, One Room at a Time
While they knew that living at Grebel meant that they would be paired with a roommate, Jared and Kyle never expected to get along so well. After a full term at Grebel, Jared and Kyle have immersed themselves in the community and created a social space in their room.
The Crossroads of Friendship, Community, and Peace
Conrad Grebel University College was buzzing with music and conversation on November 29, 2025, as friends and family of Dr. Tom Lee joined together toward a shared purpose of celebrating Tom while also fundraising for the Kindred Credit Union Centre for Peace Advancement.
Events
Youth Night @ Grebel
Grebel invites Youth Groups with students in grades 9-12 to join us for a youth night.
Spirituality and Ageing Encore Webinar Series
Registration is now open! Learn from researchers and practitioners from around the world working in the field of Spirituality and Ageing during these free one hour webinars.
5 Poets Breaking into Song (#21)
Poetry put to music and sung! Throughout this series, George Elliott Clarke, former Poet Laureate of Canada, has commissioned 8 composers to transform 90+ Canadian poems into art-songs of all genres.