Sarah B.
Program:
3A Honours Math/Teaching, Co-op
Program:
3A Honours Math/Teaching, Co-op
Hometown: Markham, ON
Extra curricular activities: The AcaBellas, Students Offering Success, Intramural Dodgeball, Math Orientation Team, Cuban Salsa Club
“People are more important than things.” – Randy Pausch
Program:
3A Computer Science, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Web Content Coordinator, AGF Management Ltd., Toronto
Hometown:
Oakville, ON
Extracurriculars:
Program:
2A, Computer Science, Co-op
Hometown:
Kano, Nigeria
Extracurricular Activities:
Soccer, Math, Reading
I was attracted to Waterloo because it has a good and reputable Computer Science program, and I felt I would be at home and have a good time in its enthusiastic mathematical atmosphere.
Program:
2B Pure Math and Mathematical Economics, Co-op
Hometown:
Toronto
Extracurriculars:
Fall 2016 - 3B
Computer Science, Honours Co-op
United Kingdom - University of Birmingham, England
Jennifer (Zijing) Shen's Exchange Summary
Program:
3A Math/FARM, Co-op
Past internship position: Sun Life Financial
Hometown:
Shanghai, China
Extracurriculars:
I chose Waterloo because of the Co-op program.
For me, exchange to Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) was like giving myself a term off and having some rest.
Program:
Program:
4B Statistics, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Data analyst, Environment Canada's Ontario Storm Prediction Centre, Toronto
Hometown:
Mississauga, ON
Extracurriculars:
The University of Waterloo A Cappella Club
Program:
3A Actuarial Science, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Actuarial Analyst Intern, Assuris, Toronto ON
Hometown:
London, ON
Extracurriculars:
Program:
3A Mathematics/Teaching, Co-op
Past Co-op Position:
Math learning assistant, Sheridan College, Oakville
Hometown:
Mississauga, ON
Extracurriculars:
Mathematics – Information Technology Management, Co-op (3B)
Hello! Or to be more appropriate 你好! My name is Melissa Lee and I decided to travel across the world to study in Hong Kong at the Chinese University of Hong Kong during my 3B term.
Program:
3A Math/FARM
Hometown:
Windsor
Extracurriculars:
Program:
3A Computer Science
Hometown:
Mississauga, ON
Extracurriculars:
UWHKSA, Waterloo Ski/Snowboard Club
Hometown: Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Extracurriculars: Orientation leader, Executive for the UW Cooking Club, Singapore Malaysian Association, and Math Grad Ball
Program:
3A Math/CPA, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Junior Staff Accountant, Rosenberg Smith & Partners LLP, Concord ON
Hometown:
Etobicoke
Extracurriculars:
Visit Jackie Baek's blog - Singapore Exchange
How to Apply for International Exchange
Program:
3A Actuarial Science, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Actuarial Student, London Life Insurance Company, London ON
Hometown:
Toronto, ON
Extracurriculars:
Program:
2A Math/CPA, Co-op
Hometown: Cayuga
Extracurriculars:
Program:
3A Actuarial Science - Finance Option, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Underwriting and Sales&Distribution Co-op, Northbridge Financial, Vancouver BC
Hometown:
Vancouver, BC
Extracurriculars:
Sweden – University of Lund
Lund is a vibrant student city in the southern part of Sweden. It's the perfect exchange location if you want to experience the Scandinavian culture. In Lund, there's sittnings (dinner parties with songs), nations (student clubs), and fika (coffee breaks).
Do you remember all new experiences that you had when you started university? The level of excitement during exchange is on par with that. You learn to adapt and make new friends from all over the world very quickly.
Sweden – University of Lund
Lund is a vibrant student city in the southern part of Sweden. It's the perfect exchange location if you want to experience the Scandinavian culture. In Lund, there's sittnings (dinner parties with songs), nations (student clubs), and fika (coffee breaks).
Do you remember all new experiences that you had when you started university? The level of excitement during exchange is on par with that. You learn to adapt and make new friends from all over the world very quickly.
Program:
3A Honours Mathematics, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Statistical methods analyst, BlackBerry, Waterloo
Hometown:
Toronto, ON
Extracurriculars:
Program:
4B, Mathematics/Chartered Professional Accountancy, Co-op
Past co-op position: Data Scientist, Capital One, Toronto
Hometown: Toronto
Extracurriculars:
Program:
3A Math/Business Administration, Co-op
Past co-op position: Software Tax Analyst, H&R Block, Toronto
Hometown:
Toronto, ON
Extracurriculars:
I did my exchange in Hong Kong in Fall 2014. For me, the reason I chose Hong Kong is that working in Hong Kong is so very attractive to me. I want to experience what it is like working and living in that part of the world, to prepare myself for future possibility of moving there.
Program:
2B Computer Science/Business Double Degree, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Software Developer, SAP, Waterloo
Hometown:
North York, ON
Extracurriculars:
University of Waterloo Chinese Christian Fellowship (UWCCF), Math Orientation Director, Volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee
Fall 2016 Exchange
Mathematics, HCO
Applied Math/Biology Option – 3A
Program:
3A Mathematical Economics, Co-op
Past co-op position: Software Developer, S&P Capital IQ, Toronto
Hometown: Oakville, ON
Extracurriculars:
Winter 2016 Exchange - (Double Degree) Business Administration (WLU) and Mathematics (UW), Honours Co-op Program - 5B
Past co-op positions:
Actuarial Intern, Ernst and Young LLP, Toronto ON
Cashier/Receptionist, Corporation of Delta, Delta BC
Hometown:
Richmond, BC
Extracurriculars: Actuarial Science Club Publicity Director, Senior Math Ambassador, Waterloo Instrumental Chamber Ensembles
Hometown: Hamilton, ON
Interests: Intramural Soccer, Intramural Volleyball, Math Volunteer Opportunities
"It's not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with problems longer."
- Albert Einstein
Hometown: Ottawa, ON
Extracurricular activities:
Refereeing intramurals, volunteering with the FEDS Food Bank.
Fun Fact: I've modelled for the Faculty of Mathematics brochures.
Liwen Lu, Computer Science, Honours Co-op (3A)
I have been interested in Taiwan for a long time, but as a Computer Science coop student, it is difficult to plan a long-term trip, so I choose to have an exchange to National Taiwan University (NTU).
Exchange Fall 2015 (4A)
Business Administration WLU (Double Degree) and Mathematics UW, Honours Co-op
Program: 3A Math/FARM, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Technology Co-op, Deloitte, Toronto
Hometown:
Pickering
Extracurriculars:
Fall 2015 – Mathematics Honours – Actuarial Science/Finance Option (3B)
I did my 3A semester abroad in Heriot Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland. Initially, I was quite hesitant of leaving my friends and family and travelling on my own in a stranger country. The idea of living out of a suitcase was very unsettling. Now, ever since I came back I could only think of how fulfilling those four months have been.
Program:
4A, Information Technology Management, Co-op
Hometown: Ottawa, Ontario
Extracurricular Activities: Hiphop, Play instruments (Piano, violin, guitar), Sing Karaoke
Program: 3A Actuarial Science with the Finance Option
Past co-op position:
Analyst, Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto
Hometown: Markham, ON
Extracurriculars: UW Language and Culture Exchange Club, reading and swimming
Ximeng (Simon) Li and Chuqi (Gina) Meng went on Exchange fall 2015 and both are; Here is their story.... |
I would do an international exchange again! I had so much fun, made amazing friends, and I think learned a lot along the way. Going into my exchange I didn't know anyone, so right from day one I was challenged to figure stuff out and make new friends.
Hometown: Mississauga, Ontario
Extracurricular activities:A cappella and volunteering for the Math faculty!
When things get harder, it just means you’ve leveled up.
Winter 2017 (3B) - Mathematics/Business Admin, HCO (minor in Computer Science)
I'm Kevin kevin.nguyen@uwaterloo.ca
For some exchange photos of me in Asia, please check out this Google Drive #KevInAsia
Program:
2A Math CPA, Co-op
Hometown:
Chengdu, China
Extracurriculars:
The Math CPA program! Math and Accounting plus Co-op!
Mathematics, HCO – Computer Science,Honours Co-op Fall 2015 (4A)
My name is Lindsey Pogue and I spent my 4A Computer Science term in Christchurch, New Zealand studying at the University of Canterbury.
Program: 3B Actuarial Science
Hometown: Nairobi, Kenya
Extra curricular activities: Community Service, Swimming, and Field Hockey
Past co-op jobs: Sate Farm (Insurance), Grant Thornton (Business Advisory), Ernst & Young (Pensions) and Sheridan College (Teaching).
Hometown:
Toronto – North York
Extracurriculars:
UWaterloo Financial Analysis & Risk Management Student Association (FARMSA), UWaterloo Actuarial Science Club, and co-ordinator for Orientation Week 2011
Program:
2A Math /CPA, Co-op
Hometown:
Vaughan
Extracurriculars: ICSN
It looked to be the best option for me at the time. Also, the co-op program seemed interesting since I could gain real work experience in school.
Program:
3A Math/Teaching, Co-op
Past co-op position:
Math Circles Assistant, Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing, Waterloo
Hometown:
Peterborough, ON
Extracurriculars:
Cross-Country, Tennis
Program: 2B, Computer Science
Hometown: Nanjing, China
Extracurricular activities: Swimming Club, IPCN mentor
Program: 3B, Computer Science, Business Option, Co-op
Hometown: Dehra Dun, India
Extracurricular activities: Tutor Connect, Photography, Math Orientation
Program:
2A Mathematics&Business Administration, Co-op
Hometown:
Kitchener
Extracurriculars: General Volunteer - Volunteer Centre
1. The WHY-NOT spirit!
2. The co-op program and the deep impression those co-op students leave me when I searched the official webpage
Program: 4B, Math Business Single Degree/ Minor in Computer Science
Hometown: Lahore, Pakistan
Extracurriculars:
United Kingdom - University of Warwick (Warwick, England)
Winter 2017 Exchange - 4B
Math/Financial Analysis & Risk Management-Chartered Financial Analyst Specialization, Honours, Co-op
Winter 2017 (February to August 2017)
I did exchange and research internship at EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) in Switzerland from February to August 2017. It was my first time in Europe and it was so different from anywhere else I have been. It took me a while to get things I needed before school because of my poor French but everything worked out :)
Winter 2017 - Computer Science, Honours Co-op (3B)
Fall 2016 Exchange - 3B
Combinatorics & Optimization, Honours
Pure Mathematics, Honours