Events

Our third personal finance workshop takes place June 26 at 12:00 p.m. and covers your defined-benefit pension and other investment strategies for retirement. Snacks and drinks will be provided; you're welcome to bring your lunch.

The UWSA Area Representatives Council is a space to exchange information about current issues facing staff at UW and to keep an open line of communication between the UWSA leadership and staff members across the University. Most meetings are open to Area Reps, with one meeting each term open to all staff. Find your rep here or apply to be one now!

The Conflict Management Office (CMO), in collaboration with the Staff Excellence Fund, invites all University of Waterloo staff (full-time, part-time, contract, and student staff) to a hands-on workshop exploring how virtual reality can support you in preparing for difficult conversations.

Ovation VR uses AI-driven avatars to simulate challenging scenarios such as performance reviews, job interviews, and conflict resolution. By allowing you to practice these interactions and receive feedback, this immersive tool can help you build confidence and reduce workplace stress.

Whether you're thinking about running for Staff Association president or the Board of Directors, or want to be informed so you can vote for the best candidates, this info session is for you!

Register to attend an info session today.

The September 2025 meeting welcomes Pamela Braza Pitman, senior manager of outreach in the Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism, discussing services and supports available to staff members.

All members welcome!

Whether you're thinking about running for Staff Association president or the Board of Directors, or want to be informed so you can vote for the best candidates, this info session is for you!

Register to attend an info session today.

Whether you're thinking about running for Staff Association president or the Board of Directors, or want to be informed so you can vote for the best candidates, this info session is for you!

Register to attend an info session today.

Meet the candidates in this year's presidential and directorial elections at this online Q&A.

October 10 is "10 out of 10 Day" and we're inviting you to give a co-worker 10 out of 10 on a recent accomplishment, outstanding effort, or just being a great all-round colleague! Enter by October 9.

All UWSA members are invited to attend our 2025 Annual Meeting on October 23 at 9:30 a.m. We are offering a hybrid meeting again this year, on Teams and in PHY 313.