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It's okay to ask for help, and that's why we're here! Everyone's journey to success looks different because it is different.

Whether you're just getting started at Waterloo, looking to improve your study skills, want to develop your leadership style, need immigration advice, or are dreaming of an international excursion, we’ve got your back. Because the success of every student — at university, in life and into the future — is our priority.

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  1. Mar. 18, 2024International Experience Centre opening spring 2024 

    The Student Success Office’s (SSO) international student services, intercultural skills training and study abroad team will move to the new International Experience Centre (IEC) in spring 2024. 

  2. Mar. 21, 2024Join the fight against fraud

    March is Fraud Prevention Month and although it's the end of March, scams never take a break. They’re happening all around us and it’s important to learn how we can identify scams. Here are some valuable tips to help tackle scammers and fraudsters. 

  3. Mar. 4, 2024Extension of special measures for Iranian temporary residents in Canada

    IRCC has extended the period of the special measures for Iranian temporary residents inside Canada that were first introduced on March 1, 2023.  The special measures continue to be active and have now been extended until February 28, 2025. 

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  1. Mar. 27 to 28, 2024Peer Support Day

    Improve your exam preparation, writing skills or knowledge of campus supports in five minutes or less!

  2. Mar. 28, 2024Immigration Information Sessions: Post-Graduation Work Permit - Winter 2024

    Are you an international student who will be completing your program soon? Are you hoping to remain in Canada and work full-time? Join Waterloo's immigration consultants to learn what options are available to you.

    You may be eligible to remain in Canada and work full-time with a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Topics that will be discussed include eligibility, when to apply, how to apply, when you can begin working after your last term, extending a dependent family member’s status in Canada, processing times, and more.

  3. Apr. 4, 2024Planting Seeds of Leadership

    Join the folks from the Community Leadership Certificate and the Connection Collective on April 4 at Black & Gold room (SLC) from 12-3pm to discuss leadership and grab a free succulent! 

    Come by to learn about the Student Equity and Community’s new upcoming program, the Community Leadership Certificate, and the possibility of being a Connection Lead with the Connection Collective! 

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