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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
Why did you choose to study at Waterloo?
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:
Jennifer Shen
Exchange
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:
- Painting
- Dancing
Why Waterloo?
I chose Waterloo because of the Co-op program.
Zihui Rockie Zhang
Fall 2014 - Exchange
HONG KONG - Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
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
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Program:
3A Mathematics/Teaching, Co-op
Past Co-op Position:
Math learning assistant, Sheridan College, Oakville
Hometown:
Mississauga, ON
Extracurriculars:
Melissa Lee
Exchange
Mathematics – Information Technology Management, Co-op (3B)
Fall 2015 - Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong (CUHK)
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
Haolong is a Mathematical Finance student at the University of Waterloo. This program originated as a graduate degree, but is now also offered at the undergraduate level. When he was 18, Haolong moved to Canada from China to complete his 12th grade of high school.
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:
Ameesha
Undergraduate Student
Ameesha is a third year Bioinformatics co-op student at the University of Waterloo. Initially starting her university career in the Faculty of Science majoring in Biology, Ameesha has found a way to bridge her love of biology and computer science through the Bioinformatics program. Through co-op, Ameesha has had the opportunity to travel internationally while gaining work experience in the field that she loves.
Jackie Baek
Winter 2015 - Exchange Program
Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
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:
Garry Chan
Winter 2015 - Exchange Program
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.
Garry Chan
Winter 2015 - Exchange Program
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:
Lemeng (Sophie) Feng
Fall 2014 - Exchange
Hong Kong – Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
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.
Flora
Undergraduate Student
Flora is a fourth year Mathematics/Chartered Professional Accountancy co-op student at the University of Waterloo. Through co-op, Flora has had the opportunity to figure out how different organizations and teams work to determine what will be the best fit for her in the future. Next term, Flora will be living in Velocity where she will work with industry professionals to start her own business idea.
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
Karolina Gaebe
Exchange
SINGAPORE - Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
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:
Jeffrey Gao
Undergraduate Student
“Waterloo is always a challenge,” says Financial Analysis and Risk Management student, Jeffrey. “The academics make sure you always push yourself and continue to learn. It forces you to work at your best capabilities.” When Jeffrey is not in class or keeping up with his coursework, he likes to write.
Patrick Ge
Exchange
HONG KONG - Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
Winter 2016 Exchange - (Double Degree) Business Administration (WLU) and Mathematics (UW), Honours Co-op Program - 5B
“I grew up in a small farming, community-based town near Montreal” says Math student Olivier, “I did math and science for fun, so I was always the odd person out.” Olivier consistently received support and encouragement from his family for his love of math, but was always keen on seeking out ways to get involved and help others.
Patrick Hayes
Undergraduate Student
Patrick is a Math student in Computer Science and Pure Math. Patrick is originally from Guelph, but has found himself on co-op terms in Waterloo, California, and New York working for both large and small start-up technology companies. Patrick loves that he is always surrounded by smart people at Waterloo and loves the people and colleagues that he gets to interact with.
Program: 3A Actuarial Science, Co-op
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
Laura
Senior Math Faculty Ambassador
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
Fall 2014 - Exchange
Taiwan - National Taiwan University (NTU)
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).
Lawren Maris
Exchange
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:
“When I came from high school, I was a complete introvert,” says Computer Science student Scott. Since then, Scott has come out of his shell and become involved. During his university career, Scott has been on MathSoc for the past six years, the Federation of Students for the past three, and was a peer helper at St. Jerome’s.
Jahanzeb Meghani
Exchange
Heriot-Watt University (Exchange) Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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 Li and Chuqi Meng
Fall 2015 Exchange
University of Hong Kong (HKU)
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Joe Mercer
Fall 2014 - Exchange
HONG KONG - Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
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.
Kevin Nguyen
Exchange
National University of Singapore (NUS)
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:
- Chinese Classical Dance
- Student Offering Support
Why Waterloo?
The Math CPA program! Math and Accounting plus Co-op!
Lindsey Pogue
Fall 2015 Exchange
University of Canterbury, New Zealand
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).
Mathematics/Financial Analysis and Risk Management (Math/FARM), planning on specializing in Risk Management
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
Why Waterloo?
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
Sachin is a second year Mathematics student who has grown his passion for education and teaching in his time here at the University of Waterloo. Originally from Kingston Ontario, Sachin has found a second home here at UWaterloo, where he is involved in just about every aspect of university life! Whether out on the Quidditch pitch or working hard in the classroom, Sachin is a well rounded student who is always willing to lend a hand.
“I’ve loved math ever since I can remember”, says Math student Ridhima as she describes why Waterloo was the best choice for her, “For me, the selling factor for Waterloo is that it has a Math faculty, and that it has co-op”.
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
Switzerland – EPFL – Swiss Federal Institute of Technology
Program:
2A Mathematics&Business Administration, Co-op
Hometown:
Kitchener
Extracurriculars: General Volunteer - Volunteer Centre
Why Waterloo?
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:
Lucy Wang
Exchange
United Kingdom - University of Warwick (Warwick, England)
Winter 2017 Exchange - 4B
Math/Financial Analysis & Risk Management-Chartered Financial Analyst Specialization, Honours, Co-op
Yutong Wu
Exchange
EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) Switzerland
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 :)
Jerry Xue
Exchange
Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
Winter 2017 - Computer Science, Honours Co-op (3B)
I was luckily placed in the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), one of the top universities in Hong Kong for Computer Science. Although Hong Kong is known for its loud and busy city lifestyle, CUHK is built in the northern parts of Hong Kong, which gave the campus scenic views from every angle.
Lirong Yang
Exchange
Switzerland - ETH (Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule) Zurich
Fall 2016 Exchange - 3B
Combinatorics & Optimization, Honours
Pure Mathematics, Honours
“School is important, but it’s really important to enjoy yourself”, says Xinyi as she muses on about her various academic and professional accomplishments. Xinyi is currently in her final year at the University of Waterloo, majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Management. Xinyi came to Canada from Beijing when she was 11 years old and settled in Brantford. There, she completed junior high and high school.