Upcoming Events & Celebrations
2025 Fall Convocation
Another convocation approaches! The Faculty of Mathematics Fall 2025 Convocation will take place on Friday, October 24, at 10:00 a.m. at the University of Waterloo. This special occasion celebrates the achievements of our newest graduates as they join a global community of more than 50,000 Math alumni. Congratulations to the Class of 2025 — we are proud of all you have accomplished and excited to see the impact you’ll make in the world.
If you are a retiree interested in sharing your experience at Convocation, sign up to be an ambassador!
Computer Museum Open House
Come join our celebration of APL history at the Computer Museum Open House on Saturday, October 25, 2025!
The event will be held in the Davis Centre "Fishbowl" (DC 1301), and will run from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. We will have various APL-related artifacts on display, along with interactive retro computers and some of our recent acquisitions. There will also be guest exhibits from the KW Computer Heritage Group.
Our Open House is free to attend, and all visitors are welcome!
Past Events & Celebrations
2025 Math Reunion
The Waterloo Math Alumni Class Reunion 2025 took place on the weekend of June 6 and 7, 2025, bringing energy and excitement back to campus.
We proudly celebrated the milestone anniversaries of the Class of 1975 and the Class of 2000. Alumni reconnected with classmates, explored new buildings, and rediscovered the vibrant spirit of Waterloo. It was a wonderful weekend filled with laughter, memories, and shared pride in our Math community.
Thank you to all alumni and guests who joined us — your enthusiasm and Waterloo spirit made the celebration truly special.
CALLING ALL MATHIES!
REUNION CLASS REPS WANTED! If you are interested in volunteering your time as a class rep, Contact Kristine McGlynn, Alumni Engagement Program Specialist, at kmcglynn@uwaterloo.ca
2025 Spring Convocation
The Faculty of Mathematics Spring 2025 Convocation at the University of Waterloo took place on Wednesday, June 11, celebrating the achievements of our newest graduates as they crossed the stage to receive their degrees. Surrounded by family, friends, and faculty, the Class of 2025 marked this milestone with pride and excitement for the future. Congratulations to our graduates — welcome to the vibrant community of Waterloo Math alumni!
Google partners with University of Waterloo to shape the future of work and learning
$1 million initiative to establish a Research Chair and enhance student AI tool experimentation 
From left to right: Jules Walter, director of product management, Google, Dr. Charmaine Dean, vice-president, Research and International, Sabrina Geremia, vice-president and country managing director, Google, Dr. Edith Law, new Google Chair in the Future of Work and Learning and executive director of the Future of Work Institute, Nolan Quinn, Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security, Dr. Vivek Goel, president and vice-chancellor of Waterloo, Dr. Raouf Boutaba, director of David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science and Dr. Jochen Koenemann, dean of Faculty of Mathematics.
On October 1, 2025, University of Waterloo and Google announced a research collaboration that will examine the impact of artificial intelligence on education and career readiness. The partnership includes a $1 million research agreement to create the Google Chair in the Future of Work and Learning. Read more...
Following the announcement, the inaugural lecture for the Google Chair in the Future of Work and Learning was presented by Professor Edith Law and Jules Walter, Director of Project Management at Google.
Alumni Awards Celebration 
On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, we celebrated the recipients of the 2025 Alumni Achievement Medal and the 2025 J.W. Graham Medal in Computing and Innovation with an honorary luncheon and award ceremony.
Alumni and friends of the Faculty are encouraged to nominate deserving candidates for future awards. Visit the links above to learn more about the award criteria, view past recipients, and submit a nomination online.
| Name | Grad Year and Degree | Industry | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manisha Dias | BMath ’13 Actuarial Science and Finance Option | Head of New Business Development at Somerset RE in Hamilton, Bermuda | 2025 G.O.L.D. Alumni Achievement Medal (Grad of the Last Decade) |
| Ian MacKinnon | BMath ’06 Computer Science, MMath’08 Computer Science | Co-Founder at Stingray Security in Vancouver, BC | 2025 Alumni Achievement Medal |
| Kim Tremblay | BMath ’84 | Co-Founder and Former Senior Vice President at Arctic Wolf in Waterloo, ON | 2025 Alumni Achievement Medal |
| Farhan Thawar | BMath ’98 Computer Science and Electrical Engineering | Vice President & Head of Engineering at Shopify in Toronto, ON | 2025 J.W. Graham Medal in Computing and Innovation |
Alumni Career Success Panel
The Math Innovation Office and the Dean of Mathematics Office were proud to host the 2025 Alumni Career Success Panel on October 7 — an inspiring event that welcomed accomplished Math alumni back to campus to share their career journeys and insights with students.
The panel featured the 2025 Alumni Achievement Medal and the 2025 J.W. Graham Medal in Computing and Innovation recipients, who spoke about their experiences, challenges, and lessons learned along the way:
| Name | Grad Year and Degree | Industry | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manisha Dias | BMath ’13 Actuarial Science and Finance Option | Head of New Business Development at Somerset RE in Hamilton, Bermuda | 2025 G.O.L.D. Alumni Achievement Medal (Grad of the Last Decade) |
| Ian MacKinnon | BMath ’06 Computer Science, MMath’08 Computer Science | Co-Founder at Stingray Security in Vancouver, BC | 2025 Alumni Achievement Medal |
| Kim Tremblay | BMath ’84 | Co-Founder and Former Senior Vice President at Arctic Wolf in Waterloo, ON | 2025 Alumni Achievement Medal |
| Farhan Thawar | BMath ’98 Computer Science and Electrical Engineering | Vice President & Head of Engineering at Shopify in Toronto, ON | 2025 J.W. Graham Medal in Computing and Innovation |
