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.
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Mennonite Heritage Week 2026
While the Mennonite story has 500-year-old origins, for Mennonite Heritage Week 2026, the Conrad Grebel University College community is looking at more recent history. The Mennonite Archives of Ontario has curated an exhibit titled “Glenn Fretz: Graphic Design for the Mennonite Community.”
Glenn Fretz: Graphic Design for the Mennonite Community
Logos surround us. How often do we think about the values they convey? This exhibit tells and shows the story of Glenn Fretz’s fifty-year career as a graphic designer and consultant, focusing on his work with Mennonite and non-profit organizations.
Building Community Takes Work
“A lot of community creation is about intentionality,” explained Corn Schattman, who lives at Conrad Grebel University College and is working toward a degree in Liberal Studies at the University of Waterloo. “Communities don’t just form; they take work to create. You also have to fight against the larger structural and cultural forces that might be keeping people down.”
Events
Glenn Fretz: Graphic Design for the Mennonite Community
Logos surround us. How often do we think about the values they convey? This exhibit tells and shows the story of Glenn Fretz’s fifty-year career as a graphic designer and consultant, focusing on his work with Mennonite and non-profit organizations. It also gives a nod to his most ubiquitous work – his redesign of the Trillium symbol for the government of Ontario.
Open Doors | Windows to the Future
Parents, donors, students, alumni are invited to this celebration of the completed residence renewal campaign, including tours and activities.
Alumni Community Supper
Don't miss your chance to return to Grebel for an Alumni Community Supper! On Wednesday, October 14 at 6:00 PM, you're invited to join other alumni and families for homemade bread, a delicious meal, and the companionship of other Grebelites.