As 2021 draws to a close, we want to celebrate our diverse and super talented Waterloo Math community. During another difficult year, our alumni and friends stepped forward to lead, innovate, and inspire. Here are five of our favourite alumni and friends stories from the year that was. We hope you enjoy.
Math model helps major league sports safely welcome fans back
Waterloo grad’s startup analyzes the health risks of attending games in different venues during the pandemic
Helping students overcome health challenges
Support from two Waterloo Math alumni helps students overcome disabilities and serious illness — and pursue their dreams.
WiCS is nearly ready to open its new dedicated space for gender diverse people on campus
Get set to check out the brand-new Women in Computer Science (WiCS) room in Davis Centre, a welcoming space where women in math and computer science can lean in, study and connect.
Hyptenuse Labs co-founders from left to right: Anthony Zhang (BCS '19), Calvin Chan (BCS '19), Matthew Reyes (BMath '19)
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Cystic fibrosis is my superpower
Lisa Bentley shares how a lung disease connected her to new people and gave her life purpose