Mackenzie Jeffrey James Sluys is working to quantify greenhouse gas emissions from eight restored wetlands across southern Ontario.
From working for a clean energy incubator in Uganda to analyzing sales data in Munich, and monitoring biodiversity in Germany’s Black Forest, Samantha Kremer's co-op experiences have been nothing short of extraordinary.
A group of Science students embarked on an enriching educational journey across Italy, earning a field course credit along the way! Their travels led them to breathtaking beaches, the historic streets of Rome, the enchanting canals of Venice, the ancient ruins of Pompeii, and the Isle of Capri. Read more about their adventure!
Daniel Dudziak and Olivia Clay explored lush rainforests and sandy beaches, zipped through the treetops, and trekked the trails around a volcano while studying emerging issues in ecology, hydrology, and geology. Learn more about their adventure as part of a Global Skills Opportunity!
Anthony Dang, this year’s Alumni Gold Medal winner, is finishing his undergraduate degree on a high note. The Alumni Gold Medal recognizes the academic achievement of graduating students in each of the six faculties at Waterloo. Anthony is a graduate of the Biochemistry Co-op program and this year’s Science recipient.
Students broaden their perspectives through exploring the relationship between Indigenous knowledges and Western science.
Alex Stavropoulos is this year's winner of the Governor General’s Silver Medal, which is awarded to the undergraduate student completing their degree with the highest academic average.
Celebrate our IDEAL Scholars who sought opportunities beyond the classroom that provided high-impact extracurricular learning experiences while they completed a world-class education at the University of Waterloo.
June marks Pride Month, a time to celebrate and honour the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. At the Faculty of Science, we draw inspiration from our incredible 2SLGBTQIA+ members, whose passion and perseverance drive progress.
It’s 3,300 kilometres from the University of Waterloo to the Caribbean’s Saba University School of Medicine but this year’s Faculty of Science Valedictorian, Justen Wilmot, BSc, Biomedical Science (medical physiology minor) is looking forward to the long trek to fulfil his dream of pursuing a career in medicine.