Welcome to the Faculty of Engineering!
Attend Engineering Ready Day in-person or virtually. You'll have the opportunity to:
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Join your faculty, meet your peers and celebrate the beginning of your student life at Waterloo.
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Learn what to expect from your classes in September and how you can plan for a successful first year.
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Learn how to access resources that exist to support you.
Attending in-person?
Free parking is available in Lots R, N and X. Learn more about getting to and around campus.
Schedule
| Time | Activities |
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| 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. | Check in at the Physical Activities Complex (PAC) |
| 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Welcome presentation and campus partner panel |
| 12 to 3 p.m. |
Participate in drop-in activities, including:
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Attending virtually?
The welcome presentation will be livestreamed from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Microsoft Townhall.
The link will be available in your Portal registration. All registered students will be sent a link to access the livestream the day before the event.
Having trouble? Review how do I access a virtual event after registering on Portal?
Whether you're in-person or online, encourage your parents and supporters to join.
Event accessibility
- Morning programming: Expect to be seated for a lecture-style presentation for 2–3 hours with scheduled breaks throughout.
- Afternoon programming: Self-directed opportunities to explore campus and complete tasks to prepare for fall.
Navigating campus involves walking outdoors on paved pathways to access different buildings. Further accessibility details are available in Portal. Review "Where can I find accessibility information for in-person Faculty Ready Days?" in the FAQ.