Waterloo News

A student wearing a backpack gathers with a community

June 1, 2026

Expanding co-op with community impact

Philanthropic investment of $1 million will introduce students to global challenges, community development and the power of service

Collage of two art work done by Rachel Jung, the great gaggle art installation and wall mural

June 4, 2026

A love letter in colour

Waterloo alum Rachel Jung (They/Them) designs spaces where people feel seen, building a community centred on care, affirmation and belonging

May 28, 2026

Honouring co-op employers who are driving global impact

Co-operative and Experientials Education recognizes top employers who are inspiring innovation and support student success

University of Waterloo sign in spring time

May 15, 2026

Six Waterloo researchers awarded $6 million

New and renewed Canada Research Chairs will tackle future-focused problems spanning climate change, mental health and technology

Group poses together on field level at Rogers Centre

May 13, 2026

Blue Jays leaning into their Waterloo advantage

Waterloo alumni are playing a big role within the Toronto Blue Jays organization

June 11, 2020

Waterloo student partners with engineering alumni on at-home COVID-19 test

Serapis Labs develops prototype for a testing kit that is simple enough for anyone to use

June 10, 2020

Q and A with the experts: what’s the deal with masks now?

You could be forgiven for not knowing where, exactly we are with guidance on whether to wear a mask in public or not.

To explain the current recommendation from Public Health, Professor Narveen Jandu of the School of Public Health and Health Systems answers our questions.

June 9, 2020

Expert Advisory - Single-use plastics ban

The Government of Canada recently announced plans to ban certain single-use plastics as early as 2021.

June 9, 2020

Wanted: Waterloo co-op students

Microsoft exec shares why co-op is a “win-win” for both students and employers

person holding a black pen and designing on paper

June 9, 2020

Healthier societies begin with architecture and design

Looking beyond automation as an architect weighs in on COVID-19

Two Waterloo alumni standing in the middle of a grocery store

June 8, 2020

Small business, big connections

What large grocery chains can learn from sustainable community shops as a result of the pandemic

June 8, 2020

Q and A with the experts: which small businesses will survive?

Small and medium-sized businesses create the majority of jobs in Canada, but increasingly we’re seeing that these are the businesses that are succumbing to the pandemic.

Why are some small businesses surviving while others are closing their doors for good?

June 6, 2020

University response to change.org petition on racism

The University of Waterloo condemns and acts to eliminate racism on campus

June 5, 2020

UPDATED: University of Waterloo COVID-19 Experts

The University of Waterloo has a number of faculty prepared to offer expert commentary on various aspects of COVID-19.

June 4, 2020

Quarantine boredom

How to overcome quarantine boredom during the COVID-19 pandemic

June 4, 2020

Math alumni seek to celebrate and inspire the class of 2020

As new graduates prepare to navigate a recession, math alumni are sharing stories and strategies as part of a day-long virtual event

June 4, 2020

Q and A with the experts: a refresher on spotting fake news online

There is a lot of information online about COVID-19 and what people can do to protect themselves. But how do we sort out the good advice from the bad?

Professor Shana MacDonald, an expert in the relationship between technology and public discourse, explains how to spot fake information online, and talks about why we should be vigilant about what we share.