Over the past year, faculty, staff and retiree donors funded important projects aimed at enhancing the student experience on campus — initiatives like improving mental health awareness, encouraging equitable participation in co-op, enriching the Library’s resources and so much more.
Among the many student-focused projects completed in 2022, the University celebrated a major milestone: the grand opening of the newly expanded Student Life Centre (SLC) and Physical Activities Complex (PAC). More than five years in the making, the 63,000-square-foot expansion opened in late 2021. The addition is situated to the west of BMH Green and connected to the original SLC, PAC and Math and Computer (MC) buildings.
The expanded space is a direct response to students’ expressed need for more social, study, dining and recreation space. The proposal was put forward by the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) and the Graduate Student Association (GSA), and construction broke ground in May 2017.
The expansion provides more space for activities that improve the student experience, offering new facilities and resources to support students physically, socially, spiritually and academically. New features include:
- an extended dining area with new food options
- bookable study, social and multi-faith spaces
- a new fitness studio and fitness centre
- a climbing wall
- the Graduate Student Association (GSA) lounge
With ongoing support from donors like you, we can continue to provide students with enhanced programming, support and facilities that help them reach their highest potential. Thank you for your generosity!
