Living in a post-9/11 world: How much security is too much?
Political Science Professor Veronica Kitchen asks tough questions about the balance between public safety and civil liberties.
Political Science Professor Veronica Kitchen asks tough questions about the balance between public safety and civil liberties.
By Wendy Philpott Faculty of ArtsSince 9/11, international security has escalated dramatically, giving us the sense that terrorism may be imminent. While the probability of a terror attack is small, when it happens, the result is devastating. Political science professor Veronica Kitchen and her team research and analyze international security and counter-terrorism institutions, addressing the political and ethical implications for society and our civil liberties.

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To meet our AI ambitions, we’ll need to lean upon Canada’s unique strengths

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New research from the University of Waterloo centres Haudenosaunee-led efforts in the repatriation and reclamation of cultural and intellectual property

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Researchers awarded funding to investigate ecology, climate change, repatriation, health and well-being through cultural and historical lens
The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is co-ordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.