March 2017
Question: what do you get when you mix a beautiful tropical garden, with warm ocean breezes and Math alumni?
Answer: a fantastic evening of fun, reminiscing, and great conversation with alumni, guests, and expats in Bermuda! The Dean of Mathematics had a wonderful time talking with many of our Math alumni who now call the island of Bermuda home, and listening to their stories about how they came to live and work in this British colony (which also happens to be one of the largest centres of reinsurance companies in the world).
May 2017
Over 80 Math Alumni and guests in Hong Kong joined Dean of Mathematics Stephen M. Watt at the Hong Kong Maritime Museum to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Faculty of Mathematics. The night featured Canadian food (including cheeseburgers, poutine, and nanaimo bars), lots of laughing and sharing of memories, and was capped off by a fantastic laser light show courtesy of Hong Kong harbour! It was a great way to share our success, news, and accomplishments with our alumni on the other side of the world!
Putting the soul in Seoul! Alumni joined Senior Advancement Officer Mark Womack at Canuck’s in Seoul, South Korea for an evening get together in May. The Canadian theme restaurant brought back many memories of their time on campus, and what they missed most about Canada (which seemed to focus around good French fries!).
Upcoming events
July 1 – Canada Day at the University of Waterloo will be our biggest celebration yet! Join us on July 1 as we celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday.
July 5 – Beer + Quantum Physics in Calgary – Alumni are invited to experience the unique combination of Quantum Physics and craft beer. This event will feature Martin Laforest, PhD'08, Senior Manager - Scientific Outreach, Institute for Quantum Computing who will provide a primer on Quantum Physics before guests are invited to tour QUANTUM: The Exhibition at TELUS Spark. During the talk you will enjoy appetizers and 5 beer samples provided by Canada Craft Club.
July 7 – Calgary Alumni Chapter Stampede Parade Breakfast – Join alumni in Calgary for our annual stampede event while enjoying a VIP view of the parade! Seating and snacks are included in the cost. Families and friends are welcome! Don't forget your UW swag and cowboy hats!
July 18 – San Francisco Math Alumni Pub Night – join fellow alumni in San Fran for a fun evening of networking, food and drink as we celebrate the Faculty’s 50th anniversary.
July 27-31 – Bridges Waterloo 2017 –Bridges is the premier interdisciplinary conference on art and mathematics. The conference will feature presentations, interactive workshops, a visual art exhibition, a free family day, and arts-related performance events. All welcome!
September 29-30 –Reunion & Math 50th Anniversary celebrations – You only get to turn 50 once, and we’re going to celebrate like never before. Join us for a fun filled weekend of events, parties, reunion lectures, and celebrations as we look forward to Math’s next 50 years! Dance under the disco ball at The Pink Tie Party at Fed Hall on Saturday night, or cheer on the Warriors football team after the Reunion luncheon on Saturday afternoon. Looking for a bit more adventure? Join the Math Amazing Race as you decipher math clues to lead you on a campus journey (kid-friendly). Finally, bring some of your favourite math memorabilia to be included as we put together and seal our 50th time capsule.
October 14 – Terry Fox Run in Central Park, NYC – Join fellow alumni as we walk/run around Central Park to help fight cancer. The run is scheduled for Saturday, October 14, and will be followed by an alumni brunch.
October 20 – Math Convocation – Everyone is welcome to watch and congratulate our newest alumni as we recognize the achievement of attaining their degree!
November 24 – Hong Kong Alumni Dinner – Join over 300 alumni and friends in Hong Kong as we gather to celebrate the university’s ’s 60th anniversary in November. Join their Facebook page for more information, or to register!
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Questions about any of the above events or interested in hosting an event in your area? Please contact Mark Womack, Senior Advancement Officer.
