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Open House to Celebrate Principal Richard Myers
2026-06-10 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto)
Join us for a casual open house as we celebrate Principal, Richard
Myers and the impact he has made on the United College community.

We’ll be gathering at the pavilion for an afternoon of connection,
conversation, and appreciation. Drop by anytime to say hello, share a
memory, and spend time together.

Light snacks and drinks will be available, along with a specialty
coffee cart serving custom drinks.

Queer at 30: Queer Rights and South Africa's 1996 Constitution
2026-03-05 10:00 - 11:20 | STP - United College 190 Westmount Road North Waterloo ON N2L 3G5 Canada
This event marks the 30th anniversary of South Africa’s 1996
Constitution, a landmark document that helped end apartheid and became
the first constitution in the world to prohibit discrimination based
on sexuality and sexual identity. Three queer Southern African
speakers, Dr Tessa Lewin, Dr Melanie Judge, and trans artist Collen
Mfazwe, will reflect on queer rights and lived experiences in South
Africa.

The Orchestrating Listening Research Project (ORLI)
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | United College 190 Westmount Rd N, Waterloo ON N2L 3G5 Canada
THE ORCHESTRATING LISTENING RESEARCH PROJECT (ORLI), in collaboration
with UNITED COLLEGE’S HUMAN RIGHTS PROGRAM AND INDIGENOUS STUDIES,
invites you to the knowledge exchange on ENFORCED DISAPPEARANCES IN
COLOMBIA AND INDIGENOUS MISSING PERSONS IN CANADA

United College Golf Tournament
2025-08-21 13:00 - 20:00
Tee Off for a Cause!

Join United College at the University of Waterloo for the Annual
United College Golf Tournament, a day of fun, friendly competition
supporting a great cause! This year, we’re excited to partner with
the UW Women’s Basketball Team, with proceeds helping to support
their program. As the proud home of their Booster Club, United College
is thrilled to rally behind these incredible athletes.

Whether you're a seasoned golfer or picking up a club for the first
time, everyone is welcome!

Beer and Bites
2025-06-06 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for the annual alumni craft beer and bites event, hosted by
the four University Colleges at the University of Waterloo.

We will meet at United College for a guided walking tour, where we
will take you to each of the University Colleges to enjoy craft beer
samples paired with delicious bites. Come hungry—the “bites” are
generous.

Green Innovation Gathering – Assiniboine College
2025-02-22 10:00 - 17:00
DATE: Saturday, February 22, 2025
TIME: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
LOCATION: Assiniboine College, Victoria Avenue East Campus, Brandon,
MB

Join us for the Green Innovation Gathering, a collaborative event
hosted by GreenHouse
[https://uwaterloo.ca/united-college/greenhouse/changemaker-labs-green-youth]
and FlintHub [http://www.flinthub.ca/] from the UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO
in partnership with ASSINIBOINE COLLEGE. This gathering brings
together young people and community partners, including the City of
Brandon [https://brandon.ca/climate-action/climate-action-plan] and
ProteinMB [https://proteinmb.ca/], to tackle real-world sustainability
challenges.

Participants will form teams to develop innovative solutions to
problem statements presented by our community partners. Partners,
mentors and subject matter experts will be on site to support teams
and stands as an opportunity to broaden your professional network.

Teams can win prizes and gain access to a network that can help
advance their ideas. Additionally, participants will receive a
certificate of completion and earn digital gift cards for completing
the event survey. Food and refreshments provided.

An optional KICKOFF CIRCLE will be held on Thursday, February 20, from
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the same location. This session offers insights
into the problem statements, a chance to start brainstorming ideas and
meeting the professionals and participants in a low-key setting. First
Nations, Métis and Inuit folks are invited to stay after the circle
for a SIT-DOWN DINNER and chat with Indigenous entrepreneurs.

* To register, visit: www.tinyurl.com/BrandonGIG
[http://www.tinyurl.com/BrandonGIG]
* For more information, contact Lily Viggiano, Senior Project
Manager: lily.viggiano@uwaterloo.ca

Don't miss this chance to collaborate, innovate, and contribute to a
sustainable future!

34th Social Impact Showcase
2025-03-26 16:00 - 17:30 | STP - United College 190 Westmount Road North Alumni Hall Waterloo ON N2L 3G5 Canada
Each term, GreenHouse hosts the Social Impact Showcase to celebrate
the achievements of our students and award grants from the Social
Impact Fund. Students, faculty and staff, and community members are
all welcome to attend. The students will be competing for two $3,000
and two $1,500 grants to grow their social and/or environmental impact
initiatives.

We are excited and proud to be hosting the 34th Social Impact
Showcase. Join us in celebrating youth-led social innovation,
entrepreneurship and impact on Wednesday, March 26th | 4:00-5:30 p.m.
at United College (Alumni Hall). The Showcase creates a unique and
valuable opportunity for our students to connect with community
members who may support them on their journey in refining their ideas.

Link to RSVP
[https://airtable.com/appvg308eEaXl7sSQ/pagR6yeA7rUeENybZ/form]

Map The System Application Deadline
2025-01-31
Want to take action on a real-world problem? Collaborate with one of
our community partners in Map the System!

➡️ Sustainability Office: sustainable food options on campus

➡️ Peace for All Canada 1: academic success for racialized
elementary students

➡️ Peace for All Canada 2: legal system barriers for marginalized
communities

➡️ Home Range Story Kitchen: new ways of engaging in local media

➡️ Helping International Students: food security for international
students

Express interest in working with a community partner by January 29 and
sign up for Map the System by January 31 for your chance to win up to
$2,000!

Find out details of the competition here
[https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-peace-advancement/student-engagement/map-system]

HLTH 480: Community Session 1 - Needs Finding
2025-01-29 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-01-31 12:30 - 14:30 | STP - United College 190 Westmount Road North Waterloo ON N2L 3G5 Canada
Do you know someone passionate about the intersections of health and
accessibility? We're looking for community members to attend our
upcoming community engagement sessions in partnership with the School
of Public Health Sciences
[https://www.linkedin.com/company/school-of-public-health-sciences/]
and HLTH 480. Join us to connect with students, researchers, and
community leaders as we imagine accessible health systems and tools
for all.

🗓️ Event Details:
Needs Finding: Jan 29 or 31 (12:30-2:30 pm)
Co-Creation: Feb 26 or 28 (12:30-2:30 pm)
Demo Day: Mar 26 or 28 (12:30-2:30 pm)

📍 GreenHouse at United College (190 Westmount Road N.)

🔗Let us know you're coming [//lnkd.in/grY9KyUt]

No advance preparation needed - just bring your insights and
enthusiasm. See you next week!

Transitional Justice: Colombia and Canada // Yintah: Wet’suwet’en women leading the defence of rights
2025-01-29 12:00 - 13:00 | STP - United College 190 Westmount Road North Waterloo ON N2L 3G5 Canada
The HUMAN RIGHTS PROGRAM of United College at UW invites you to:

Event 1: 12:20 - 2:20 p.m. - TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE AND HUMAN RIGHTS: A
DIALOGUE BETWEEN COLOMBIA AND CANADA.

Event 2: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. - YINTAH: WET’SUWET’EN WOMEN LEADING THE
DEFENCE OF DIGNITY, TERRITORY AND RIGHTS (Yintah documentary and
conversation).
