Alumni and friends recently teed-off in support of the 15th annual United College golf tournament at Springfield Golf & Country Club, raising a record amount in support of the College’s outdoor amenities project.
Have you noticed the large wooden artwork in Watson’s eatery at United College? It's made from a very special spruce tree that used to stand roughly where the art now hangs. Can you believe that?
At the core of addressing gaps and challenges in Waterloo Region are University of Waterloo students, alumni, and researchers, who are known for thinking unconventionally and working collaboratively for the betterment of humanity and our planet.
For students in the International Development program (INDEV), a collaboration between United College and the Faculty of Environment, the International Development ring ceremony was an opportunity to celebrate the unique bond shared between the tight-knit graduating class.
As the University of Waterloo welcomed alumni back to campus for the annual Alumni Weekend, a smaller, more intimate gathering of alumni and friends was happening across the creek.
Connie Roy brings joy to lives. An Ojibway woman from M’Chigeeng Ontario, and hairstylist of 17 years, she makes people feel good about themselves, giving them confidence while keeping them safe in the comforts of their own home.
United College has fostered a supportive community that significantly enhances the collegiate experience for members of the Women’s Basketball team at the University of Waterloo. Through a partnership initiated in 2017, the college has integrated athletics and residence life, creating a nurturing environment that promotes personal growth, leadership, and strong interpersonal connections among student-athletes. The community's involvement, from staff encouragement to peer support at games, exemplifies a shared commitment to student success and well-being.
Beginning end-of May, ground will break for the construction of new outdoor amenities on the United College green. This exciting project is expected to wrap up just in time to welcome students back to campus fall term.
The Connections Program at United College, set to launch in September 2024, is designed to help incoming students transition into university life through a community-focused approach. Bringing together around 25 first-year students from various disciplines in a shared living and learning space, the program aims to foster strong social connections and a sense of belonging. This initiative reflects United College's commitment to supporting students' academic and personal growth by offering shared electives and group activities that encourage lifelong friendship.
Giving formal academic credit and recognition to the building of social ventures could be game-changing for students and could shape the social innovation landscape, paving the way for many more ideas, initiatives, and ventures, that are driven by skilled and talented changemakers, that profoundly touch people’s lives.