Impact of giving

A bold legacy supports student entrepreneurs

The Joanna Duong Chang Memorial Award honours an exceptional alum while supporting students who share her ambitious spirit

The Joanna Duong Chang Memorial Award honours an exceptional alum while supporting students who share her ambitious spirit.

Computing pioneer Wes Graham: Inspiring the impossible

The innovator, entrepreneur and “father of computing” helped chart Waterloo’s path to the future

When math student Don Cowan (MSc ’61, PhD ’65) arrived at Waterloo, one of the first people he met was statistics professor Wes Graham. It was the beginning of a relationship that would last nearly 40 years.

Decades of “giving a little bit” add up to big impact

Give back generously and you’ll see “cosmic payback,” says Waterloo alum and retiree Rose Vogt

When Rose Vogt (BES ’84) thinks back on her time as a student in the Faculty of Environment, she has many of fond memories.

Inspiring the next generation of Black STEM leaders

New camp connects Black youth to Black mentors working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

COVID-19 and a cross-country challenge

The pandemic brought anxiety and unexpected expenses to hundreds of Waterloo students like Bryce Giesbrecht (OD '21). Then generous donors stepped in to help.

In early 2020, Bryce Giesbrecht (OD ’21) was looking forward to working with patients in eye clinics in Manitoba and Newfoundland as part of the externships for his optometry studies.

Power couple: Working together for a renewable energy future

Adarsh Mehta (BMath '98) and Jeffrey Jenner (BMath '84) persevered despite early skepticism about their shared commitment to renewable energy.

When a campus community becomes a Canadian home

“Soccer really is an international game. When you’re playing soccer, language barriers go away because you all know the rules.” Lannois Carroll-Woolery (BASc ’97)

Scholarship brings student closer to childhood dream

For as long as she can remember, Leah Drost (BSc ’19), has wanted to be a physician.

Giving that goes beyond

Co-op student gives back to her hometown, thanks to a generous donor

Entrepreneur-turned-philanthropist says Waterloo stole his heart

Inspired by his own Bill Gates moment, alumnus gives back to the university he credits with defining his core character

Karen Wilkinson (MAcc ’90)

60th Anniversary Alumni Award Recipient

Wilkinson is a strong believer in giving back, and is extensively involved with the University and regularly engages with faculty and students.

Embracing a new vision for Waterloo Advancement

New vice-president describes alumni as "our most valued resource"

To engage your support we need to deliver strategies and actions that focus on your needs and interests first. As alumni, you simply are our most valued resource.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Supporting the next generation of innovators

A unique fundraising initiative, StartUp Pledge is intended for entrepreneurs, with an emphasis on the founders of early startups.

StartUp Pledge participants recognized in a special way at launch event

Cozy way to thank special donors

Khanjan Desai and Chong Shen of Alchemy were among the first founders to join StartUp Pledge. Their participation was recognized on National Philanthropy Day® at the program’s official launch on November 15, 2016.

Katra: the soul of a city

International experience captures the lively character of Old Delhi

Kanika Kaushal's research took her to India to study the vibrant energy of katra

Sharing the impact of your philanthropy

Student scholar driven to break down barriers

Find out how your gifts support exceptional students like Aidan McKay, who not only excels academically but also volunteers abroad and works for top companies during her co-op terms