Come back home!
The Faculty of Science is very excited to welcome alumni and friends back to campus for fantastic weekend of activities! Reunite, reminisce and celebrate with classmates, friends and family at our annual Reunion. There are plenty of reunion events, anniversary celebrations, learning opportunities and so much more!
We can't wait to welcome you back to campus for a very special celebration!
Campus-Wide Events
Rock This Town - Encore!
Friday, June 6, 2025 | 6:30 p.m.
Theatre of the Arts, Modern Languages, University of Waterloo
$15.00 - Movie ticket only | $25.00 - Movie ticket, drink and snack
Rock This Town brings to life the exciting history of rock music concerts in KW from the 1960’s and 1970’s. An insider’s look into the gritty reality of building the local live music scene. This 70-minute documentary features interviews with music business pros plus performances by today’s musicians. Rock stars come and go but live music is here to stay!
Rock This Town was produced by Betty Anne Keller (BA '69), who will join each documentary screening to introduce the film and provide an exclusive Q&A session. The late Joe Recchia (BASC '68, MASC '71) and other special guests are featured in the film.
Relive the music and memories that made history!
REdiscover UWaterloo
Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. |
Across Campus, University of Waterloo
$10 - Adults and Alumni, Free - Youth 18 and under
Take a trip down memory lane and explore the University of Waterloo campus. Take part in hands-on activities, tours, demonstrations and more or take a self-guided tour to your favourite spots. Pick up a Reunion event guide for information on what to see, do and eat!
Explore the Faculty of Science activities within the REdiscover UWaterloo event!
Forever Black and Gold Luncheon
Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 12 to 2 p.m.
Federation Hall, University of Waterloo
$30.00, includes gourmet buffet lunch and a drink ticket
Join us at Fed Hall for a gourmet buffet lunch, interactive activities and displays and music. Reconnect and mingle with alumni and friends from all faculties and wear or bring along your favourite University of Waterloo clothing or memorabilia for a chance to win great prizes!
Celebrating your 25th, 50th, 55th, or 60th anniversary?
This luncheon will feature a special celebration for alumni celebrating milestone anniversaries, with an archives display of photos and memorabilia from the milestone years.
Science-Specific Events
Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Part of REdiscover UWaterloo)
Kickstart your day with an unforgettable Science experience! Whether you're visiting solo or bringing the whole family to campus, dive into an exciting, hands-on showcase featuring Science Outreach, the Institute for Quantum Computing, and our enthusiastic Science Student Ambassadors.
From mind-blowing experiments to interactive demonstrations, there's something for everyone—curiosity welcomed, no lab coat required!
Earth Sciences Museum Extravaganza
Step into a world of discovery and adventure! Junior scientists will be amazed as they see a T. rex like never before—covered in full-body feathers! Stand in awe of our towering Albertosaurus, explore the hands-on dinosaur pit, and experience a thrilling simulated cobalt mine explosion. Plus, don’t miss our other must-see museum favourites, including dazzling rock and mineral collections, the captivating Great Lakes water feature, and our awe-inspiring monolith of granite gneiss rock. Science Outreach will also be on-site with hands-on activities to spark curiosity in young scientists.
Science Tours with our student Science Ambassadors
Reconnect with your roots and see how Science has evolved! Join a Faculty of Science tour departing from the Museum every 30 minutes, where you’ll rediscover familiar halls, explore exciting new spaces, and hear about the latest breakthroughs shaping the future of research and education. Whether you studied in Biology 1 or beyond, this is your chance to reflect on what’s changed—and what’s stayed the same—since your time on campus. Don’t miss this walk down memory lane!
Chemistry Program Activation Tour
Curious about the real impact of your generosity? See it firsthand!
Join John Corrigan, Chair of the Department of Chemistry, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour showcasing how donor support is transforming the Chemistry Program. Explore the latest innovations made possible by the Chemistry Program Activation Fund and discover how your contributions are directly shaping the future of chemistry at Waterloo. This focused tour offers a unique opportunity to witness the power of philanthropy in action.
QUANTUM: The Pop-Up Exhibition
Celebrate the International Year of Quantum with a mind-expanding journey into the future of science! Step into QUANTUM: The Pop-Up Exhibition, a dynamic 300 sq. ft. showcase from the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) that brings the fascinating world of quantum information science to life. Through interactive activities, hands-on games, and engaging videos—available in both French and English—you’ll explore mind-bending concepts like superposition and entanglement and discover how quantum mechanics is driving groundbreaking technologies that will shape the 21st century. Don't miss this chance to experience the future, today!