Events

Join us in the first Round Table with WiE leaders of this Fall term! This event is a series of roundtable discussions which provide networking and mentorship forum for graduate and undergraduate students. At the Round Table, we hope to connect you to WiE leaders in academia, industry, and government. Listen to their stories and be inspired to overcome and succeed. 

In September 2023, we are honored to have Gillian Wilton, a Water Resources Engineer-in-Training at Stantec, and Jennifer Howcroft, a lecturer at the department of Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo. 

Registrations have now closed for the 2023 conference!

We are excited to announce that we’re hosting our annual What’s Next/ What Now Conference sponsored by Hydro-One! 🎉

🗓 Event Date: September 30th, 2023, from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

🕚 Event Time: 10:00am-7:00pm

🏫 Event Location: University of Waterloo - Engineering 7 Building

ℹ️ About the Conference
This full day, in-person conference for first and upper year engineering students will showcase a variety of guest speakers and workshops focused on helping participants navigate through both student life and career preparation.

What's Next is for undergraduate students who have, at least, completed their second year of university with a goal of supporting the transition into their first full-time job/career.

What Now is geared toward supporting first year students transition from high school into their new undergraduate experience.

🎓 Participating Universities:
-University of Waterloo
-Western University
-Ontario Tech University
-Toronto Metropolitan University

Registrations open in August!

🚌 Transportation to the Venue will be Provided to:
-Western University
-Ontario Tech University
-Toronto Metropolitan University

👥 Those attending will also get:
-Amazing food 🥗
-Swag 🛍
-The chance to win prizes!
 

Registration has now closed!

Do you know what to look for when choosing a company? 

• Want to make an impact as a woman in the Tech Industry?
• Want to know how you can build your career?

Look no further, PointclickCare has got you covered! We want you to choose your own adventure and join us for a Women in Engineering Panel with leaders at PointClickCare. Ready for a night filled with candid conversations, good eats and support around building your future career? Register today!

Date: Wednesday, October 4th

Time: 6pm-7:30pm

Location: E7-7363

Dinner included!

Please register by Friday, September 29th to confirm numbers for dinner.

This event is at capacity, waitlist is now open!

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and have a blast at our planting event, brought to you in collaboration with Gold Leaf Botanicals! Join us for a delightful evening of planting an indoor botanical buddy that you can take home. Our expert guides will be on hand to show you the ropes, whether you're a seasoned plant parent or a complete newbie, and share some tips and tricks for keeping your new leafy friend happy and thriving. It's a fantastic opportunity to socialize, enjoy some quality time with nature, and maybe even discover a new hobby. So, come on down, grab a plant, and let's make memories together. Don't miss out – sign up now and let the planting party begin!

Wednesday October 11th, 4:30 - 6:30 pm @ the Ideas Clinic (E7-1427)

This event is now at capacity. Limited Walk-in spots will be available. Please email wie@uwaterloo.ca to be added to the waitlist. 

Calling all Halloween lovers! Get in a festive mood for Halloween this year with WiE! Join us on October 30th in E7 from 5 to 8 pm to decorate desserts, watch a spooky movie and meet new people! Space is limited, so please register to secure your spot!

Date: Monday, October 30th, 2023

Time: 5pm-8pm

Location: E7 Pitch Space (second floor)

WAITLIST NOW OPEN!

Join our WiE Mini Hackathon! The point of this short hack is to practice iterating fast + rapid prototyping + learning how to work in a team under pressure + consuming lots of caffeine to get through it all. The scale and ideas would be smaller, but you'll still go through all the steps of a full hackathon! Bonus- you don't need to have any prior experience- so if you've always wanted to learn, this is your chance!

Details:

When: Saturday, November 4th

Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 pm

Where: Engineering 7 Building

Food: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner, snacks and COFFEE for all hackers!

Extra Perks: Connect with your peers, develop new skills, free swag and a chance to win prizes!

Looking for a fun lunch and learn after the stressful midterm season? The Women in Engineering Talk will showcase the stories of female leaders and female interns at AMD. They will discuss their own career journeys and how they overcome biases in the workplace! A networking session will follow at the end of the event. Free lunch will be served!

Please register by Friday, November 3rd so we can confirm numbers for food and swag.

Date: Wednesday, November 8th

Time: 12om-1:30pm

Location: Conrad Hub (E7-2357)

Do you want to learn more about taking a parental leave as a grad student in Engineering?
 
Are you a supervisor who wants to learn more about supporting a student intending to take a parental leave?
 
The Women in Engineering Graduate committee is proud to present an information session on parental leave in grad school. The event will include information for both those interested in taking leaves, and those supporting students and post-docs taking leaves, like faculty members and research associates.

A GSPA representative was invited to present university guidance and resources available. Three other speakers will share their personal experiences: a supervisor and two grad students, one who took the leave and one who decided to not take it. Hear about what is expected from you, where to find support, and personal experiences of both taking and returning from leave.

Breakout roundtable discussions about navigating leaves as a future parent, or as supervisor will provide an opportunity for Q&A with our special guests.
 
Parenting is not gender-exclusive: all genders are welcome. 
What: Parental Leave Info Session
Where: E5-2004 with Hybrid MS Teams option
When: Friday November 10th from 11:30-12:30pm 

 Bring your own lunch - supplementary snacks and drinks will be provided.

Come and join WiE for an ornament decorating movie night and meet new people on Monday November 20th from 5 - 7 pm at E7 Floor 2 at the IDEAS Clinic.

Register to secure a spot as there are limited ornaments to decorate, and please make sure to arrive on time! See you there!!

Note: If you know you will not be able to arrive on time, please message our Instagram @uwaterloowie so we can hold onto an ornament for you :)

This event was very popular and has now reached capacity. Please email wie@uwaterloo to be added to the waitlist in case of cancellations. 

Join us for a rejuvenating yoga session organized by the Women in Engineering Graduate Committee in collaboration with Waterloo Recreation! Whether you’re new to yoga or an enthusiast, this class is designed to accommodate all skill levels.

After yoga, enjoy some bubble tea provided by Lait Night and relax in the SLC Multipurpose Room.

This event is open to women-identifying and non-binary individuals seeking a serene break as the term concludes. Come unwind, relax, and foster well-being in a welcoming environment.


Date: December 6th, 2023
Time 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Location: PAC Studio 4 (Yoga) & SLC Multipurpose Room (Bubble Tea)

Sign up now spaces are limited! Registrations close on November 29th.