News for Faculty

Thursday, May 12, 2022

GBDA team places top 3 in the Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Case Competition

Galen Woodburn, Austin Jack, and Ryan Lott

Earlier this year, a team of three Global Business and Digital Arts students participated in the Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) Case Competition, placing among the top 3 finalists. This annual competition aims to match one of MLSE’s sports properties with a brand to create a mutually beneficial partnership proposal.

Monday, May 2, 2022

Professor Harrigan retires after 28 years of service

We celebrated Kevin Harrigan, PhD, and his retirement this past weekend. Professor Harrigan has been a valued member of the #uwaterloo community since joining the Centre for Teaching Excellence in 1995 and the Stratford School since it began as the Stratford Campus in 2011.

Thursday, March 31, 2022

What Makes Virtual Reality New?

Despite the popular perception that virtual reality (VR) is a new and revolutionary technology, Daniel Harley, professor at the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business, asks readers to consider a much more complex history of VR.

Friday, February 25, 2022

Considering Hygiene on Public Touchscreens in the Post-Pandemic Era

The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented questions regarding hygiene, risks, and general awareness for touch-based public displays.

Monday, November 29, 2021

Remembering Linda Carson

Dr. Linda Carson smiling and holding a sketchbook

It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Carson, Ph.D. Linda was a Continuing Lecturer at the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business and a wonderful colleague and friend to many in the Faculty of Arts and at the University. As a lecturer at the Stratford School, Linda made tremendous contributions to curriculum, teaching and community life.