Events

Explore the night sky with astronomers from the Faculty of Science and Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. The Perseids meteor shower will be at its most spectacular, so let's gather to learn something and then enjoy the view!

In this presentation Professor Timothy Caulfield explores what the most recent evidence tells us about the nature and source of the current infodemic. He will also provide science-informed recommendations about how best to engage individuals and communities.

The Faculty of Science invites alumni to cheer on the Toronto Blue Jays as they take on the St. Louis Cardinals on September 13. Tickets include a ticket to the game in section 517 and a limited edition Blue Jays and University of Waterloo co-branded tumbler.

Join the Faculty of Science as we debut our Strategic Plan and the Future of Science!

Light snacks will be provided in a reception following the launch of months of hard work – join us to get your first glimpse as we kick off the next phase of Science.

At September's WCA-KPL astronomy talk, Dr. Marco Bonici will discuss how a new tool -- Artificial Intelligence -- is helping cosmologists to understand the data collected from telescopes, and answer the fundamental questions about the cosmos.

The Faculty of Science, alongside the Faculties of Engineering and Mathematics, are delighted to host an alumni reception in Seattle in October. At this games night and social, you will enjoy great food and a selection of over 30 craft beers on tap as well as fun games (unlimited mini golf and duffleboard) while you catch up with your University of Waterloo classmates from Science, Math and Engineering.

Dr. Chris Houser, Dean of Science, and Dr. Mary Wells, Dean of Engineering, will be at the event to connect with you and share the latest news from the University of Waterloo community.

Join SMArt (Science Meets Art) and Dr. Liam McGuire for a paint night focused on animal colouration!

As part of the Water Institute's Webinar Series: The Value of Water in Canada, Derek Davy, CEO, Econse Water Technologies Inc., presents: Fixing Water. Please register.

Join us for the 2024 Farvolden Lecture presented by Dr. Clare Robinson from Civil and Environmental Engineering at Western University. 

Join us on-campus to listen to Gairdner Award Laureate, Dr. Landry, who will discuss his award-winning work on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024.