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Bright Ideas - An Interactive Media Expo
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Bright Ideas

This winter, University of Waterloo’s Stratford School students present captivating interactive media projects at the Lights on Stratford Winter Festival. Join us for Bright Ideas: An Interactive Media Expo to meet the creators, give feedback, and witness the future of interactive media. Three projects will be showcased on our campus facade. Be part of the magic and share your thoughts with our talented students!

Preparing for a Career in UX with Sun Life
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Preparing for a Career in UX - a Lunch and Learn presented by Sun Life

Students: Join us as we welcome Samanthi Jayetileke and Scott Paquette, from Sun Life Financial, as they present a Lunch and Learn on preparing for a career in UX!

This interactive Lunch and Learn will present tips and tricks to help better prepare YOU for the UX job market. Not only will you have the chance to meet with industry leaders in the field, but you'll also have the chance to win some great prizes. All attendees will also be able to enjoy a free catered lunch during the session.


There are limited seats at this event so make sure to sign up ASAP before tickets sell out!

Hand pointing at computer
Wednesday, October 16, 2024

AI-augmented tools create a perceived loss of “human touch” in research writing

In their paper, The Great AI Witch Hunt: Reviewers’ Perception and (Mis)Conception of Generative AI in Research Writing, researchers at the Stratford School studied the impact of AI-augmented writing on peer reviews, a formal part of academic research validation. The researchers found that AI-augmented writing improved readability, language diversity, and informativeness; it also often lacked research details and reflective insights from authors in their samples of writing from top-tier Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) conferences. 

Christie
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

What are employers looking for? Design portfolios with Christie Digital

Join us for an insightful session on what employers are looking for in design portfolios. Erin Kim and Ken Smith from Christie Digital will share their expertise in crafting a standout portfolio, featuring tips and tricks for showcasing your best work in areas like photography, typography, videography, animation, and more. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to make your design portfolio shine and impress potential employers. Refreshments will be provided!

Remote worker sitting at computer
Friday, June 21, 2024

Dr. Kim de Laat nominated for Prestigious Award for Research Excellence in Work and Family

Dr. Kim de Laat’s article “Remote Work and Post-Bureaucracy: Unintended Consequences of Work Design for Gender Inequality” wasselected as a nominee for the 2024 Rosabeth Moss Kanter Award for Research Excellence in Work and Family.

Thursday, May 30, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

The Changing Future of Digital Products - A Lunch and Learn with Andrew Matlock

Join Andrew Matlock to discuss insights, trends, and data from inside the tech industry. AI is rapidly evolving how and why digital products exist, systemically impacting jobs and businesses. The next five years will be unlike any other period of time for digital trades, they will be packed with new challenges and opportunities.

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Co-op Lunch and Learn

It’s co-op time! Join Kate and Rachel from Co-operative and Experiential Education (CEE) in room 1004 to review the job search process, get tips on applying for jobs and learn who to contact for help. A short presentation will be followed by Q&A so bring your questions!
 
Food and drinks are provided!