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As we celebrate National Philanthropy Day on November 15, we are thrilled to congratulate two of the University of Waterloo’s most generous supporters for being named 2016’s Outstanding Philanthropist and Outstanding Foundation by the Golden Horseshoe chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Both donors were nominated by the University of Waterloo for their outstanding commitment and leadership in all aspects of philanthropy.

The enthusiastic support of donors helped a Waterloo team take their exhibition about the architectural evidence of Auschwitz to the Venice Biennale, the most prestigious architectural show in the world, where it is raising questions about the moral responsibility of architects.

Thomson Reuters and the University of Waterloo are joining forces to fuel breakthroughs in data science and develop the next generation of global entrepreneurial leaders. The wide-ranging collaboration is valued at over CAD $20 million over the next five years and will include:

Jason Coolman, who serves as associate vice-president, development, in the Office of Advancement, was honoured with a Crystal Apple award by the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE).

The University of Waterloo today named Joanne Shoveller as vice-president, advancement, effective January 1, 2017.  Shoveller is currently associate dean, advancement and alumni relations at INSEAD, The Business School for the World.