A well-rounded education goes beyond just textbooks and lectures, it’s about finding yourself in the unexpected. For Charlotte Doyle, a third-year Medicinal Chemistry student at the University of Waterloo, that journey took her from the lab to the vineyards of Dijon, France, to learn about the chemistry of wine making.
The Faculty of Science at the University of Waterloo is dedicated to amplifying Indigenous histories and cultures, driving the initiative to transform science education by weaving Indigenous and Western scientific teachings into the classroom.
Leading this initiative are Savannah Sloat, Manager of Science Indigenous Initiatives, and Kirsten Müller, Chair of the Biology department, who have redesigned an old biology course to include Indigenous knowledge frameworks for an inclusive educational experience.
Science alum Yasmeen Alshehabi BSc '23 (Biomedical Sciences) reflects on her impact on healthcare through research, as she continues her work on neurodegenerative diseases during her graduate degree with Dr. Dale Martin.
Securing an international scholarship can be a transformative step toward achieving your academic goals. However, with many students vying for a spot, you’ll want to ensure your application stands out! Check out these four tips to consider, as recommended by our admissions committee.
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!
Nithin Aaron is a theorist at heart, currently studying quantum computing as a Master of Science in Physics (Quantum Information) student at the University of Waterloo. Aaron knew he excelled at math, physics, and chemistry, and particularly enjoyed physics, but it wasn’t until he took an introductory quantum mechanics course in his second year that he discovered quantum computing and was instantly fascinated. This realization led him to focus most of his upper-year electives on math and physics courses and to eventually pursue his education further in graduate school.
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.
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.
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.
Each year, the Faculty of Science recognizes outstanding graduate research with two awards, the W.B. Pearson Medal for doctoral research and the Dean’s Award for master’s research.