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Every October, universities and organizations around the world celebrate Open Access Week (OAW), a time to reflect on the current state of open access and explore the benefits of increasing open access across academic research.

The University of Waterloo Libraries are undergoing a 15-year strategic space planning activity, and we need your help! Campus feedback is critical to shaping the future of the Libraries. 

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Fall Welcome

Welcome, Warriors! Whether you’re new to campus or returning, we're delighted to welcome you to the University of Waterloo Libraries. We're here to empower your learning and research. Visit us early this term—explore our spaces, discover online resources and collections, and connect with our team of information experts.

Since 1976, Special Collections & Archives (SCA) has been a place where students, faculty and researchers access primary resources to gain an understanding of the past and how it could impact the future. With over 500 archival collections and 70,000 rare books and periodicals, SCA’s collection is unique and tailored to the teaching, learning and research needs of the University of Waterloo.

In recognition of National Indigenous History Month, the Libraries unveiled a mural in the Dana Porter Library lobby by Tehatsistahawi (Tsista) Kennedy (Hot Dog Water Art). An Anishinaabe Onyota’a:aka artist belonging to Beausoleil First Nation and Oneida Nation of the Thames, he is a self-taught artist and often creates his work digitally.