June at the University of Waterloo was Bike month and members of the Waterloo International team participated in Bike Month activities at home. Riding a bike is a great activity to improve cardiovascular fitness and reduce stress levels. Not only is riding a bike good for you, it also helps the planet!
Waterloo International recentlyaccepted a donation of 5,000 face masks fromSci Innovation Centre, Canada Confederation of Shenzhen Associations, and Canada Aixin Charity Foundation, on behalf of the University of Waterloo.
Every year, thousands of University of Waterloo students, faculty and staff, leave Canada for study abroad, field and research trips, and other travel. In recent months, the COVID-19 pandemic has upended these types of international activities.
Representatives from Waterloo International, and other campus partners, attended the annual International Women’s Day Dinner, hosted by the University of Waterloo, to acknowledge the important role women play in society. Dean of Applied Health Sciences, Lili Liu was the distinguished guest speaker.
Waterloo International recently joined the Office of Research and other campus partners, in a meeting with a French delegation from the University of Bordeaux. Key discussions focused on strengthening the strategic partnership between the two institutions, exploring new joint research projects, as well as reviewing existing and past research collaborations.
The University of Waterloo has launched a new website for updates related to the Coronavirus. A team of stakeholders from across campus meets regularly to monitor and provide updates on the current Coronavirus situation. For the latest developments and updates, as well as answers to some frequently asked questions, visit: https://uwaterloo.ca/coronavirus/
