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Congratulations and Welcome to Waterloo! You made the right decision in choosing this university and we’re glad to have you as a fellow Warrior! Let me introduce myself. My name is Cora Dupuis, and I am the First-year Student Life Co-ordinator. As a graduate of Waterloo myself, I know that you’ll have many new experiences while you’re here! You’ll meet new people, discover new surroundings, and face new academic challenges. My job is to help you have a safe and healthy transition to Waterloo and to provide you with the information you need to have a successful university experience. I work for the Student Life Office, and we’re involved with many programs to help you transition. To keep up with all of our programs check out studentlife.uwaterloo. ca. We update our website frequently with event details, featured items, and volunteer and paid opportunities, so it would be a good idea to bookmark it and check it often. We also publish the First-year Student Life eZine each month found at ezines.uwaterloo.ca. It is an electronic newsletter designed to give you important information about student services, campus events, and timely announcements. Now what about this book? Why should you use it? This handbook is a resource with all kinds of information about having a successful career at Waterloo! It has details on how to contact your academic advisor, how to make the most of the library, how to become involved, and things to know about living in this great, vibrant city. When you have a question, and you’re not sure where to go — this book is a great place to start. One more thing (and perhaps the most important), the Student Life Office is here to help. You can call extension 36993, email studentlife@uwaterloo.ca, or stop by our office in Needles Hall 1121. We’re here to help you get your questions answered. Welcome to Waterloo,
Cora Dupuis Student Life Coordinator: First-year Experience Needles Hall 1121 519-888-4567, ext. 35643 cedupuis@uwaterloo.ca studentlife.uwaterloo.ca
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2 count on us for support Student Life Office Student Life 101 eZine Counselling Services Aboriginal Services Waterloo International International Student Office International Student Connection (ISC) Office for Persons with Disabilities Health Services Office of Organizational & Human Development Student Health and Dental Plan Alcohol on Campus Child Care Student Resource Office Centre for Teaching Excellence Conflict Management and Human Rights Office Sexual Harassment…A Crash Course
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3 a great place to call home On-Campus Housing Off-Campus Housing Off-Campus Dons Living in Waterloo City of Waterloo By-Laws UW Weather Station Where to Find Things… UW Food Services UW Police UW Parking Services Campus Shuttle Transportation
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History of uWaterloo Academic Advisors Completing your Degree You, Your Family and the University Academic Honesty Academic Offenses Office of Research Ethics uWaterloo Home Page uWaterloo Storm Procedure Computing on Campus Information Systems and Technology Co-operative Education Career Services Library Services Registrar’s Office Graduate Studies Office Student Account Office Student Awards & Financial Aid Quest Interdisciplinary Studies Online/Distance Education English Language Proficiency Program
Yellow Bike Program Beware of Aggressive Religious Recruiters on Campus Top 10 Personal Safety Tips Graphics Recognized Federation of Students’ Clubs Retail Services WatCard Office
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4 life at waterloo Student Life Centre and Turnkey Desk Art Galleries and Theatres Athletics and Campus Recreation Federation of Students Graduate Student Association Orientation Week Volunteer Opportunities Part-time Employment Opportunities Undergraduate Student Societies Graduate Student Societies Imprint WPIRG Single and Sexy Drama Department FASS Theatre Company Warrior Weekends Music Department One Waterloo Homecoming
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1 The University of Waterloo is an exciting and dynamic place to live and learn. Getting to know the people, places, and services on campus will help you have a successful academic experience. This section will familiarize you with the people who can help you out in your home base or faculty, once it’s time to “hit the books.” » History of uWaterloo » Academic Advisors » Completing your Degree » Academic Honesty » Academic Offenses » You, Your Family and the University » Office of Research Ethics » uWaterloo Home Page » uWaterloo Storm Procedure » Computing on Campus » Information Systems and Technology » Co-operative Education » Career Services » Library Services » Registrar’s Office » Graduate Studies Office » Student Account Office » Student Awards & Financial Aid » Quest » Interdisciplinary Studies » Online/Distance Education » English Language Proficiency Program
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history of uWaterloo Founded in 1957, the University of Waterloo (Waterloo) has a total enrolment of about 31,000 students including 25,000 full-time undergraduates. In just 53 years, Waterloo has distinguished itself as one of Canada’s leading universities, with strong teaching and research programs in applied health sciences, arts, engineering, environmental studies, mathematics, and science. Furthermore, Waterloo has been named Canada’s Most Innovative University for 16 years of the last 18 years in the Maclean’s Magazine reputation survey. We have a variety of varsity and recreational sports teams, over 120 recognized student clubs and numerous other opportunities for students to become involved. Waterloo creates an environment where students can expand their knowledge both academically and personally.
academic advisors Undergraduate Who do you talk to when you want to change a course, choose a minor, or talk about your program? Your academic advisor is a friendly face within your faculty who is there to answer your questions and to guide you in your studies. Be sure to visit your advisor early in the term once you’ve begun your courses. Who is YOUR academic advisor?
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Applied Health Sciences Health Studies and Gerontology Nancy Poole, ext. 36341, BMH 2304 poole@uwaterloo.ca Dr. Linda Jessup, ext. 35642, BMH 2306 ljessup@uwaterloo.ca Kinesiology Dr. Mardy Frazer, ext. 36363, BMH 3024 frazer@healthy.uwaterloo.ca Janet Coulter, ext. 36363, BMH 3025 jcoulter@healthy.uwaterloo.ca
Visit your faculty website:
Recreation and Leisure Studies Adrienne Gilbert, ext. 33015, BMH 2201 agilbert@uwaterloo.ca
Applied Health Sciences www.ahs.uwaterloo.ca
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Arts www.arts.uwaterloo.ca Engineering www.engineering.uwaterloo.ca Environment www.environment.uwaterloo.ca Mathematics www.math.uwaterloo.ca Science www.science.uwaterloo.ca
First-Year Honours Arts, Honours Arts and Business Regular first-year and Upper-Year Arts liberal studies Betsy Zanna, ext. 35870, PAS 2439 bzanna@uwaterloo.ca Eric Breugst, ext. 35870, PAS 2439 ebreugst@uwaterloo.ca
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Bachelor of Accounting and Financial MAnagement Darren Charters, ext. 32570, HH 3153 dcharters@uwaterloo.ca Carol Ann Treitz, ext. 36537, HH 3156 ctreitz@uwaterloo.ca
St. Jerome’s university, Honours Arts, Applied Studies, Arts and Business Heather Fitzgerald, 519-884-8111, ext. 28243, SJU 2006 heather.fitzgerald@uwaterloo.ca Donna Wright, 519-884-8111, ext. 28210, SJU 2004 d3wright@uwaterloo.ca
Engineering First-Year Admissions and First-Year Internal Transfer Information Phil Bézaire, ext. 84894, CPH 1325D pljbezai@engmail.uwaterloo.ca Architecture Terri Boake, ext. 27634, ARC 3012 tboake@uwaterloo.ca Chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, geological, MANAGEMENT, Mechanical and mechatronics Bill Owen, ext. 33334, CPH 1325H bowen@engmail.uwaterloo.ca K. Dyck, ext. 36738, CPH 1325A karen@engmail.uwaterloo.ca NANOTECHNOLOGY Marios Ioannidis, ext. 32914, DWE 2513L mioannid@cape.uwaterloo.ca Wendy Gauthier, ext. 37514, DWE 2513K wgauthie@chemengmail.uwaterloo.ca Systems Design Paul Fieguth, ext. 33559, DC 2615 pfieguth@ocho.uwaterloo.ca Software Andrew Morton, ext. 33599, DC 2643 arrmorto@engmail.uwaterloo.ca
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Renison UNIVERSitY College, First Year Social Development Studies, Honours Arts, Honours Arts and Business, Honours Arts Applied Studies Mary Jane Crusoe, 519-884-4404, ext. 28633, REN 1607 mjcrusoe@uwaterloo.ca
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Honours Arts and Business Co-op, Applied Studies Co-op Susan Andrews, ext. 32005, PAS 2439 sandrews@uwaterloo.ca
Environment Environment and business Cheri Oestreich, ext. 32726, EV1 229 cmoestre@uwaterloo.ca Environment and Resource Studies Patti Bester, ext. 36576, EV2 2012 pmbester@uwaterloo.ca GEOGRAPHY, GEOGRAPHY & AVIATION, GEOMATICS Susie Phillips, ext. 32403, EV1 120 sphillip@uwaterloo.ca Planning Linda Youngblut, ext. 35940, EV1 313 lyoungbl@uwaterloo.ca INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Karen Robertson, ext. 38965, EV1 226 kroberts@uwaterloo.ca KNOWLEDGE INTEGRATION Darlene McGeer, ext 38153, EV1 202 dmcgeer@uwaterloo.ca
Mathematics Math Undergrad Office, ext. 33905, MC 4022 mathuo@math.uwaterloo.ca Director of First Year Studies, ext. 35502, MC 6092
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Katie Kent, ext. 36476, MC 4019B kkent@uwaterloo.ca Conrad Hewitt (SJU), 519-884-8110, ext. 28228, STJ 1006 cghewitt@math.uwaterloo.ca C. Struthers (SJU), 519-884-8110, ext. 28224, STJ 1001 castruthers@uwaterloo.ca
Science Science Undergrad Office, ext. 35244, ESC 253 current@science.uwaterloo.ca
Graduate Studies Visit the Graduate Studies Office (GSO) in Needles Hall, 2201, for more information about your supervisor, graduate officer and your Associate Dean. ext. 35411 gsoffice@uwaterloo.ca
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you, your family and the university Only students have authorized access to their Quest accounts. Your Quest userid and password should not be shared with anyone, including your parents or close friends. The University will only give information about your grades and other aspects of your student account to you, the student. Now that you’re a Waterloo student, there are some things you need to know about how the University deals with personal and academic information about you. Once you are registered, we consider you an adult and responsible for your own successes, challenges and achievements. That means that information about health care or counselling visits, academic absences or judicial/disciplinary concerns will not be shared with anyone, even your family, parents, guardians, and other relatives, unless you give us written permission to do so. It also means that you need to resolve your own problems and not ask your family to manage them for you. We realize that the university can be a big and sometimes intimidating place but you won’t have to face any problems alone. There are a lot of people on campus who are trained and experienced in providing advice and assistance to you if you are having difficulties. You will find, however, that their emphasis will always be on you taking responsibility for your own problems and resolving them yourself. So, if you have a problem, ask for on-campus help. Your family members will not be allowed to participate in judicial hearings or mediation sessions or to speak on your behalf unless you are incapacitated. This is all part of the new life and the responsibilities you take on when you go to university. We encourage you to keep your family informed of your experiences and consult them for advice and help when you need to. But remember, it is your responsibility to resolve your problems, not theirs.
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In order to determine if you qualify to graduate please refer to the Undergraduate Calendar or Graduate Calendar from the year in which you began your program. Undergraduate Calendars from previous years are available online at registrar.uwaterloo. ca. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you have completed all of your program requirements. If you need assistance please speak with your Academic Advisor, Undergraduate or Graduate office.
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All undergraduate students who expect to receive degrees or diplomas at either the Spring or Fall Convocations must complete an “Intention to Graduate” form from the Registrar’s Office, Faculty offices, or online at registrar.uwaterloo.ca. The deadlines for submission of these forms are March 1st for Spring Convocation and August 1st for Fall Convocation. Students who apply for their degree at a specific convocation but do not qualify must subsequently submit another “Intention to Graduate” form obtainable online at registrar.uwaterloo.ca.
academic honesty Academics at university can be complex and it is important to know the rules and guidelines. There are rules and expectations about academic integrity that you may not be familiar with. Universities look at group work, photocopying, and other academic work differently from the way high schools do, and plagiarism is viewed very seriously. In each faculty, an Associate Dean is responsible for handling matters related to academic honesty and making the appropriate disciplinary decisions.
What is Plagiarism? Plagiarism is the act of presenting another’s ideas, words or other intellectual property as one’s own. It applies to essays, labs, assignments, etc. Plagiarism is a very serious offense and can result in expulsion from the university. For more information on Academic Offenses and Disciplinary Penalties, visit the website for Academic Integrity under general information on the Undergraduate Calendar website, ugradcalendar.uwaterloo.ca, and click Academic Integrity under General Information.
What is Group Work?
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Often you will be asked to complete group work as part of your course or lab. Group work is encouraged so students can share ideas and learn from one another, as well as learn how to work with others. However, group work does not mean writing the same answers and handing them in separately. You are expected to take what you learn from the project and from your peers and turn that into an original submission for marking. Copying a classmate’s work is considered an academic offense.
What is Copyright? Copyright, a form of intellectual property, will likely come up when you’re photocopying or including other people’s work in your paper or assignment. Some printed material cannot be used without the author’s permission, e.g. a cartoon. You can check with Graphics or the Library about copyright laws and about getting permission to use copyrighted materials. For more information, please refer to the uWaterloo Copyright FAQ at lib.uwaterloo.ca/copyright/index/html.
What is Intellectual Property?
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The phrase “intellectual property” broadly speaking refers to rights of the “intangible” elements of certain types of property. Property can include both physical (tangible) and intangible aspects each of which can possess economic value independent of the other. Both the tangible and intangible elements of intellectual property can be sold/assigned/ transferred either separately or as a whole. For example, consider a book — one party can own the tangible property — the book, and another the intangible property — copyright in the contents of the book. 10
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Traditionally, “intellectual property” consists of property which can be protected by patents, trademarks/names, industrial designs, copyright, and trade secrets, or confidential information. For more information on intellectual property you can read the University of Waterloo’s Intellectual Property Rights, Policy #73 on the web at secretariat.uwaterloo.ca under policies, procedures and guidelines.
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» Copying from another student’s work, or allowing another student to copy from your work » Excessive collaboration or collusion » Fabrication of data » Consultation with any unauthorized person during an examination or test » Possession, use of, or intent to use unauthorized aids (e.g. book, calculator, computer) during an examination or test » Violation of examination regulations Plagiarism is the act of presenting the ideas, words, or intellectual property of another as one’s own. The use of other people’s work must be properly acknowledged and referenced in all written and orally presented material (e.g. take-home examinations, essays, lab reports, presentations, design projects, statistical data, computer programs and research results). Professors are able to scan your papers and use the Internet to determine if you plagiarized the paper you submitted. Whenever you submit an assignment or group project, make sure that your work is original and all sources are properly noted. Submitting an essay, report, or assignment when a major portion has been previously submitted for another course without the express permission of the instructors involved. Obtaining by improper means examination papers, tests or similar materials; using or distributing such materials to others. Misuse of resources, including computer usage, email. Impersonating another student or entering into an arrangement with another person to be impersonated (e.g. for the purposes of taking examinations or tests, or carrying out labs, or other assignments). Disruptive or threatening behaviour (including intimidation, vandalism, disrupting classes, laboratories, examinations, on-campus residences, housing, and common areas) which infringes on the rights of other members of the University community. False or misleading representation, oral or written, which may have an effect on registration or academic evaluations, including: failure to disclose prior academic records required for admission decisions or other academic purposes; obtaining medical or other certificates under false pretenses; altering documents or certificates, including health claims, tests, examinations; submitting false credentials, for any purpose. Unethical behaviour, such as harassment, or discrimination. Violation of safety regulations during classes, labs, field trips, etc. Contravention of statutes, including: the Copyright Act; Access Copyright License; and the Criminal Code of Canada (e.g. forgery, fraud).
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What are ACADEMIC OFFENSES at the University of Waterloo? Cheating (meaning trying to gain unfair advantage without individual effort) on examinations, assignments, work term reports, or any other work used to judge student performance, including:
If you are charged with an academic offence, please contact Student Resource Office SLC 3104 519-888-4567, ext. 32402 sroffice@uwaterloo.ca
Disciplinary Penalties Could Include But Are Not Limited To… Reprimand which will include a note placed in your file regarding the offense. » The note will not appear on your transcript » It will be removed when you complete your degree Submission of a failing grade in an exam, test, assignment or course as applicable. » While under investigation, your grade will appear as UR (under review) » Failing course grades will be permanent Disciplinary probation in the case of threats to individuals or restitution for property or other damages. Expunging grades or revoking grades. Suspension of a student from the University, which shall not exceed 3 years. Expulsion, which shall be permanent.
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For further information, refer to Policy #71 on ‘Student Academic Discipline’ in the Undergraduate Calendar, or online at secretariat.uwaterloo.ca under policies, procedures and guidelines. Summaries of misconduct cases, grievances, and appeals can be found at the following website: www. adm.uwaterloo.ca/infosec/ students/infoforstudents.htm. However, they should not be relied on to establish precedent; more complete reports are available in the Secretariat, Needles Hall, 3060.
What to do if you have been charged with an academic offense or if you have concerns with or about any alleged unfairness against you: 1. Read Policy #70 and #71 on the web at www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infosec. 2. Speak to your professor/TA or lab instructor but be sure to schedule an appointment. Tell the professor you need at least 15 minutes to talk to them about your concern. 3. Don’t be on the offensive. Use paraphrases such as “I have a question about my exam” instead of “You made a mistake on my exam”. 4. Keep focused on the objective that you have thought out before you go in to meet with your professor. Write that objective down on a piece of paper, such as “I would like to understand why I didn’t get a B and what it would take to get a B”. 5. Ask them to explain the mark to you. You have the right to see any assignment or exam, including your final. When you have the prof’s attention, go over it so that you will understand where you may or may not have gone wrong. 6. Take a friend. You should tell your prof that you are bringing someone when you make an appointment so as not to surprise him or her. This person can be there for moral support or can be helpful as a witness if things go
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awry. Tell your prof that they are there because you are nervous. Of course, this friend is to be a silent observer during the meeting.
There are people on campus here to help you if you don’t know where to go next with your academic problem. People like the Student Resource Co-ordinator, the Office of Academic Integrity, the Federation of Students Vice-President, Education, and the Graduate Students Association can assist you in making sure you get heard and exhaust all of the avenues available to you.
iris.uwaterloo.ca/ethics Located in Needles Hall, Room 1026 Waterloo’s overall research goal is to be a global leader in the development and implementation of a knowledge-based society in the 21st century. During your academic career you may have the opportunity to work on a project involving humans as research participants or to volunteer as a research participant in a study. The University of Waterloo requires that all research conducted by its students, staff, and faculty, involving humans as participants, undergo prior ethics review and clearance through the Office of Research Ethics (ORE). The ethics review and clearance process is intended to ensure that projects comply with the University of Waterloo’s Guidelines for Research with Human Participants, the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans, as well as guidelines of provincial and federal agencies, and that the safety, rights and welfare of participants are adequately protected. The Director or a Manager of the Office, in association with the Human Research Ethics Committee, will review your application to ensure that your research project complies with the guidelines. In addition, the Office of Research Ethics provides oversight for: » Research with animals » Integrity in research For more detailed information regarding research with human participants, research with animals or integrity in research, visit the Office of Research Ethics website at iris.uwaterloo.ca/ethics or contact the Research Ethics Officer at ext. 35217, NH 1024.
uWaterloo home page uwaterloo.ca From the University of Waterloo home page, you can navigate your way to most of the information you’ll need as a student. From exam schedules to course offerings, or even how to apply to become an Orientation Leader — it’s all there. You can also find out what activities are going on in the Student Life Centre, how to buy a parking pass, what’s new with the Federation of Students, or the Graduate Student Association, and much more. The Daily Bulletin is also found on the home page and is a great tool for keeping yourself informed on a daily basis about what’s going on around campus.
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7. If unsuccessful, and you wish to pursue it, write down what you recall from the conversation. Re-read Policy #70 and follow the steps in the complaint process.
uWaterloo storm procedure Work and life at Waterloo usually continue through bad winter weather, but in an extreme storm the university will close for a day. On a winter storm morning, listen to a local radio station, such as AM 570, for an announcement about the schools, check the Waterloo home page for a university announcement or call Waterloo’s Infoline (1-866-470-0910) to learn if we are open or closed. If Waterloo closes, there will be no classes, libraries are closed, and everybody gets a 24-hour extension on assignments due that day. A few essential services, including policing and residence cafeterias, will continue. Details of the storm procedure are on the web at www.adm. uwaterloo.ca/infosec/guidelines/stormclosing.htm.
computing on campus Now that you’re registered at Waterloo, you will automatically be assigned a free computer account and email address through your faculty’s undergraduate office. Once you have your computer account, you can use the computer labs or use your laptop on the wired or wireless connections on campus. You’ll be able to get more information about computer accounts during Orientation Week.
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www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infocist/emailuse.html
Email is an important tool for both academic and administrative communications at the University of Waterloo. This statement applies to all correspondence conducted via email that would be considered an official communication between the institution and its student body. For these purposes, an official communication may refer to the following classes of correspondence and notifications: » Mass General Notifications (e.g. information sessions, graduation notices) » Mass Individual Mailings (e.g. class information, library notices, co-op interviews) » Individual Correspondence (e.g. instructor correspondence, human resources information)
General Information and Guidelines 1. The university mailservices provides an email address and account to all students for the receipt of official communications and their participation in an academic program at Waterloo. 2. The university uses an email address such as xxyyyyy@ uwaterloo.ca in official correspondence with students.
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3. An appropriate forwarding capability is provided so that students may, if they so choose, redirect mail to an alternate account.
5. Students may verify or change the account to which their Waterloo email is sent through the WatIAM facilities at https://watiam.uwaterloo.ca/idm/user/login.jsp. 6. Students should configure their email client programs to include their preferred given name and surname.
8. Students should use informative subject lines including course numbers where relevant.
Forgotten Your Password If you have forgotten your password you should contact your faculty computing help desk (see page 16).
How To Check Email To check your Waterloo email account go to www.mywaterloo.ca and logon to mywaterloo.
Appropriate Use of Email Email access at the University of Waterloo is a privilege given to all students. If you choose to abuse this privilege by sending inappropriate or threatening emails to other individuals (both students and non-students) you may have your privilege removed. Your email use on campus can be tracked to your account. In extreme situations criminal charges may apply. For more information on the appropriate use of Waterloo email read the Statement on Use of Computing and Network Resources, www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/ infocist.
WatIAM — The Campus Directory You can search for campus faculty, staff, and students at watiam.uwaterloo.ca.
My PC Connecting to the campus resources comes at some risk with your personal computer and the campus network. You have a role in keeping yourself and others protected. See mypc.uwaterloo.ca and click the “new users” link for more information.
Services ARUBA Wireless Authentication Webpage Wired and Wireless Connections for Laptops (authentication required) Wireless access points are available across campus. See mypc.uwaterloo.ca for more information. Computer Labs are located in: Faculty of Applied Health Sciences B.C. Matthews Hall (BMH) 1038, 2302 Faculty of Arts Psychology, Anthropology and Sociology (PAS) 1080, 1098, 1237 Hagey Hall (HH) 236 Modern Languages (ML) 110 (priority for language learning) 15
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Faculty of Engineering J.R. Coutts Engineering Lecture Hall (RCH) 108 Engineering 2 (E2) 1302, 1302B, 1308, 1310, 1313, 2340, 2360, 2361, 2362, 2363 Engineering 3 (E3) 1101 Carl A. Pollock Hall (CPH) 1346, 2367 Douglas Wright Engineering (DWE) 1507 Faculty of Environment Environment 1 (EV1) 136 Environment 2 (EV2) 1011 Faculty of Science Biology 1 (B1) 370 Physics (PHY) 342 Chemistry 2 (C2) 160 EIT 1020A Optometry (OPT) 306, 310
Computing Help Applied Health Sciences BMH 2301 www.ahsco.uwaterloo.ca Arts PAS 1077 www.aco.uwaterloo.ca
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Engineering E2 1308A www.eng.uwaterloo.ca/twiki/bin/view/Engcomp Environment EV2 100B www.fes.uwaterloo.ca/computing Mathematics AND COMPUTER SCIENCE MC 3017 www.math.uwaterloo.ca/mfcf/help optometry opt 218
To help you find housing in Kitchener/Waterloo or other areas, please consult the Off-Campus Housing Office och.uwaterloo.ca (see page 49 for more information). If you will be working in the Kitchener/ Waterloo area, you may want to consider continuing to live in 足residence (see page 42 for more information).
Science EIT 2809A www.scicomp.uwaterloo.ca IST Computing Help and Information (CHIP) MC 1052 www.ist.uwaterloo.ca/cs/chip
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information systems and technology Located in the Math and Computer (MC) Building, Room 1052 Open Monday to Friday: 8 am - 4:30 pm The Computing Help and Information Place (the CHIP) provides a variety of helpful services supporting the ongoing general computing needs of students, faculty, and staff.
» Basic software, hardware, and wireless consultation » Problem reporting and resolution » Virus detection and cleaning » Computer hardware repair (drop-off and pick-up facility) » Laser printing in black and white at 8¢ per page » Self-serve stations: Nexus, Quest, JobMine, UW-ACE, colour scanner, CD burner, WatIAM (white pages)
Front Counter Services, ext. 33456 » Site-licensed software distribution, including Microsoft MSDN-AA software » Home security CD, which includes Symantec Anti-Virus software » Photocopying (WatCard payment only) For more information, please check our webpage ist.uwaterloo.ca/cs/chip .
co-operative education coop.uwaterloo.ca Co-op brings the real world to the classroom by letting you alternate academic terms with work terms. As a co-op student, you will gain experience in résumé writing and interview skills, not to mention the real job experience. There are more than 40 field co-ordinators involved in the co-operative education system. Field co-ordinators are assigned a region where they’re on hand to monitor the co-operative employment of an assigned group of students. Your co-ordinator can also help you out by: » serving as a liaison between the university, the employer, and you, the co-op student » developing co-op employment opportunities in the professions, business, industry, government, and service agencies » monitoring your job performance through field visits and individual meetings with you » advising you on your educational, vocational, and personal development Because field co-ordinators work in specific geographic territories, they’re normally not on campus, but you can contact them easily by telephone or email. The co-op job-finding process is highly competitive and there is no guarantee that you will find employment for every work term. Your summer and part-time jobs as well as your volunteer work before coming to university will greatly increase your chances of being selected for interviews with co-op employers. Co-op Education continues to search for work positions after the beginning of each work term should you remain unemployed.
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If you don’t find a job, all is not lost! With prior approval you can: » Find your own relevant employment (either paid or volunteer) » Find unrelated employment (no credit) in order to earn money for the next academic term Flexibility and full participation in the employment process are important factors in your success. You must complete between 4 to 6 work terms (depending on your program) to fulfill your co-op degree requirements. In most, but not all programs, this means you can miss one work term with no academic penalty.
Co-op Advisors Co-op advisors are based on campus and are available anytime to answer your questions or address your concerns. Arts, EnvironmenT, ARCHITECTURE Sarah de la Chevrotriere, TC 1111 Call ext. 33698; email: s2sachs@uwaterloo.ca Mathematics/Accounting (Surnames A-L) Ruth Hawes, TC 1107 Call ext. 32593; email: rhawes@uwaterloo.ca Mathematics/Accounting (Surnames M-Z) Jennifer Basler, TC 1106 Call ext. 38865; email: jbasler@uwaterloo.ca
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Applied Health Sciences, Science, Teaching Options, Visa Students Diane McKelvie, TC 1108 Call ext. 32438; email: mckelvie@uwaterloo.ca Engineering (Civil, Geological, Environmental, Management, Mechanical/Mechatronics and Nanotechnology) Janet Metz, TC 1106 Call ext. 33373; email: jmetz@uwaterloo.ca Engineering (Chemical, Electrical and Computer, Software and Systems Design) Laurie Peloquin, TC 1101 Call ext. 37354; email: lpeloquin@uwaterloo.ca
PD1: Co-op Fundamentals PD1: Co-op Fundamentals is a required course taken by all co-op students (Engineering students get this information along with their first term courses) in the academic term prior to their first work term. This course helps you to understand the co-op employment process and how it fits with your career development. You will learn to: » identify where to find key information about co-op education at Waterloo
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careerservices.uwaterloo.ca Located in the Tatham Centre, Room 1214 Open Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am - 6 pm, Friday 10 am - 4 pm Call 519-888-4047, or email careers@uwaterloo.ca Career Services has an array of career development programs and services to meet the needs of all Waterloo students and alumni.
The Career Development eManual The Career Development eManual (cdm.uwaterloo.ca) is an online, interactive manual designed to guide you step-by-step through the career development process. Each step will give you an opportunity to learn new concepts and to practise your skills. After completing online modules you can sign up for face-to-face assistance by visiting the Career Services website at careerservices.uwaterloo.ca.
Resources Print and electronic resources are available in the areas of: » career Planning: self-exploration, occupational descriptions and trends, work search materials, volunteer and entrepreneurial information » education: Canadian university and college calendars, subject and geographic-specific directories, professional test applications » employer: directories » work/study abroad: programs and guides
Workshops » To receive a weekly email about Career Development workshops/events, please go to lists.uwaterloo.ca/mailman/listinfo/cecsinfo to join the mailing list. » Workshops are provided on topics such as: career exploration and decision making, work search/networking, interviewing skills, thinking about an international experience, working effectively in another culture, negotiating job offers, further education, and business etiquette » Students and alumni may register for workshops through the website: careerservices.uwaterloo.ca .
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JobMine » All Waterloo students and alumni may view online job listings through JobMine. Updated on a regular basis, JobMine offers access to a wide variety of part-time, summer, work placement, permanent, volunteer and contract job opportunities received by Career Services. More details are available on the website at jobmine.uwaterloo.ca.
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The Graduate Studies Office is an inevitable stop for Masters and PhD students. Some of the services provided include: » Admissions » Awards and financial aid » Convocation » Enrolment and records » Graduate Student Research Conference » NSERC undergraduate research awards » Ontario visiting graduate student program » Program confirmation letters » Quest support » Recruitment » Replacement diplomas » Thesis regulations » Transcripts
» Interested in studying/working/living abroad? Create your free account at workingoverseas.com/uwaterloo to enhance your international skill set, search for internships and jobs, check out directories of international organizations, and much more! The Big Guide online subscription is jointly funded by Career Services, the Library, and Waterloo International.
library services lib.uwaterloo.ca Looking to start your studies off on the right track? Find out how the Library can help! Check out the TOP 5 TIPS for using the Library:
1 Use your WatCard Your WatCard is your library card. Use it to sign out books, journals, reserve materials, and more! You will also need your WatCard barcode number for accessing the Library’s electronic resources from off campus. Additionally, your WatCard is your printing and photocopying card for use in all of the Library’s locations.
2 Get to know your subject librarians Did you know there’s a librarian for every subject area? Learn who your subject librarians are and don’t hesitate to contact them when you have questions: lib.uwaterloo.ca/tour/ librarians.html.
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4 Familiarize yourself with the Library’s website Learn what resources are available to you through the Library’s website: lib.uwaterloo.ca. Check out links to search tools and popular pages such as Resources for Research, Research Databases, and Subject Guides.
Don’t get stuck! If you need help, contact a librarian through our Ask-a-Librarian service: lib.uwaterloo.ca/asklib/index.html. Reach us through email, IM, phone, and at the Information Desks in our various locations: Dana Porter: 519-888-4567, ext. 35763 Davis Centre: 519-888-4567, ext. 35766 Musagetes: 519-888-4567, ext. 27607 University Map Library: 519-888-4567, ext. 32795 Optometry Learning Resource Centre: 519-888-4005 Conrad Grebel University College: 519-885-0220 Renison University College: 519-884-4404 St. Jerome’s University: 519-884-8110, ext. 28285
registrar’s office registrar.uwaterloo.ca The Registrar’s Office is the place to go if you have questions about admissions, enrolment, records, student awards or financial aid. Located in NH 2001, the Registrar’s Office is staffed with friendly support people who are there to help answer your questions. The Registrar’s Office is also responsible for co-ordinating and preparing for the Convocation ceremonies held in June and October each year and for scheduling and administering final examinations held at the end of each term. If you’re registered at Renison University College or St. Jerome’s University, you should seek assistance from their student services offices.
graduate studies office grad.uwaterloo.ca Located in Needles Hall, Room 2201 The Graduate Studies Office (GSO) provides academic support for the Associate Provost, Graduate Studies, and is responsible for registrarial support and maintenance of graduate student records. The GSO is the central administrative unit working in co-operation with Faculties and departments to administer graduate programs.
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For more information on Government Student Loans such as OSAP and the Canada Student loan visit Student Awards & Financial Aid.
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Finance — Student Accounts www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infofin/students/stdfees.htm Located in Needles Hall, Room 1110 The Student Accounts Office provides information about tuition and incidental fees, how to pay your fees and how to use financial aid, provincial student loans and scholarships towards your account balance. If you have questions or concerns about your student account, you may visit the Student Accounts office Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm or contact us by phone at 519-888-4567, ext. 38466 or by email at sfaccnts@uwaterloo.ca.
Your Student Account Bill The University does not provide invoices, statements of account or receipts for fee payments. Instead, you may email a copy of your Quest account financial details page for any of these purposes. Your student financial information, fee payment instructions and forms are available to you online via your Quest account.
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student awards & financial aid Undergraduate Student Awards & Financial Aid safa.uwaterloo.ca Located in Needles Hall, Room 2001 For more information contact Student Awards & Financial Aid at ext. 33583.
Student Awards & Financial Aid (SAFA) provides information about financial resources available to students. If you have questions or concerns about your financial situation, you may visit Student Awards & Financial Aid Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm or call 519-888-4567, ext. 33583.
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Ontario Work-Study Plan This program provides an opportunity for students to supplement the cost of their education through part-time employment on campus. Students whose educational needs have not been fully met by OSAP are eligible to apply. All work-study positions and applications will be posted on the Student Awards & Financial Aid website. Students will be able to view available job postings and apply on line. Please visit safa.uwaterloo.ca in late summer or early September for more details. The International Work-Study program provides part-time employment opportunities on campus for eligible full-time international undergraduate students. To be eligible for the program, you must be an international student, normally in 2nd year or above (with at least a 60% course load), studying on a valid study permit, and in satisfactory academic standing. Applicants will be required to demonstrate exceptional financial need. Job postings for the International Work-Study program can be found on the bulletin board outside Student Awards & Financial Aid, 2nd Floor, Needles Hall. You may download and complete the International Work-Study Program Application form and submit to Student Awards & Financial Aid. Please note: incomplete applications cannot be processed. For those students who do not meet the eligibility requirements of the International WorkStudy program, on-campus employment is still possible, provided the student works no more than 20 hours per week. International students are welcome to apply for regular on-campus jobs as they become available.
quest quest.uwaterloo.ca Quest is the University of Waterloo’s student information system. The system supports student admissions, records, enrolment, financial, and administrative information. You can use Quest to do the following: » Find your enrolment appointment » Enrol in, drop, or swap classes » Update your address, phone number, and email address so that University can contact you » View your class schedule » View your tuition and residence fees account summary » Link to online banking institutions to pay your fees » View your term grades, academic standing, or unofficial transcript » View your financial aid, including awards, scholarships, and bursaries » Link to myHRinfo to view your pay-cheque earnings, if applicable 23
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OSAP provides eligible students with various types of assistance based on financial need. This assistance is intended to supplement, not to replace, the resources of students and their families.
» View the Waterloo course catalogue and Schedule of Classes and Future Term Course Offerings » Read important dates (for enrolling in classes, finding the last day of exams and others) If Quest seems to be down, keep in mind that it does shut down from time to time so that system maintenance can be performed. Quest is typically available during the following times: » 1 am to 11:59 pm, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday through Sunday EDT; Wednesdays, 1 am to 6:59 am and 8 am to 11:59 pm EDT
interdisciplinary programs, a distinct advantage In many programs at Waterloo, you can enhance your degree by using elective courses to complete options, minors and majors in one of Waterloo’s Interdisciplinary programs. For more information about IP’s and to find out how you can get “a distinct advantage” log on to interdis.uwaterloo.ca .
online/distance education de.uwaterloo.ca 519-888-4050
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Online/Distance Education Brings Waterloo to You Why not? Be innovative! With no on-campus classes to attend, you’ll have the freedom to study when and where it’s most convenient for you. Take advantage of the flexibility of our online/distance education courses when… » an on-campus course is full, won’t fit your schedule or isn’t being offered » you’re on a work term or away for the summer
Find out more about Interdisciplinary Programs interdis.uwaterloo.ca Check out the Undergraduate Calendar ugradcalendar. uwaterloo.ca
Undergraduate students who do not meet their faculty’s requirements on the ELPE can attend the English Language Proficiency Program’s Writing Centre. Once the quality of your written work meets your faculty’s standards you will be given credit for completing the ELPE.
» you’re working full- or part-time and can’t attend on-campus classes Online/Distance Education offers over 250 courses for you to choose from — all designed and taught by Waterloo instructors. It’s easy to find the online/distance offering of a class. In the Schedule of Classes, you’ll see them in the ‘Camp Loc’ column as ‘ONLN’. Check out all the details, including course offerings and how online/distance courses work, at de.uwaterloo.ca.
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english language proficiency program Located in Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology (PAS), Room 2082 The English Language Proficiency Program (ELPP) started at the University of Waterloo in 1976 to ensure that students would have the necessary writing skills for academic success. The program consists of 2 parts: » an examination Undergraduate students in all six faculties at the University of Waterloo must demonstrate proficiency in English in order to qualify for a bachelor’s degree. The only exemption is that exchange non-degree students are not required to write. Specific requirements vary from faculty to faculty. You should visit the website elpp.uwaterloo.ca.
The Exam The English Language Proficiency Examination (ELPE) requires students to write a 300500 word impromptu essay in 50 minutes. Students will be asked to respond to topical subjects. Tip: How well students write is much more important than how much they write. All essays are independently evaluated by Writing Centre Tutors who use a 5-point scale to determine: » overall focus and development » paragraph unity and coherence » sentence logic and clarity
ELPE Dates September, December, April Note: No registration necessary, but students must bring their WatCards. To find out when you are scheduled to write the ELPE, visit the website at elpp.uwaterloo.ca and then click on ELPE.
Writing Centre At the Writing Centre, well-trained tutors provide individual attention to undergraduate students who want to improve the quality, clarity and depth of their writing. Services are provided to » students who fail the English Language Proficiency Exam (ELPE) » individuals who are referred by an instructor or a Teaching Assistant (TA) » students who need help with writing assignments, graduate school applications, etc. Space is limited so be sure to sign up early! For information call ext. 32329, or stop by Psychology, Anthropology and Sociology (PAS), Room 2082. Please note: This is not a proofreading service.
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student life office studentlife.uwaterloo.ca Contact the Student Life Office at ext. 36993 or drop by Needles Hall 1121. The Student Life Office plans and promotes events, programs, and resources to help you transition from high school to university and beyond. We work closely with all other services and departments on campus, and we will point you in the right direction when you need help. Keep visiting studentlife.uwaterloo.ca to stay current on upcoming events like Warrior Weekends! You will also find student life volunteer opportunities and job postings within our programs.
student life 101 eZine ezines.uwaterloo.ca Be sure to read the Student Life 101 eZine (electronic magazine) for first-year students. Waterloo’s monthly eZine keeps you connected to what’s happening around campus. Check it out to find details on upcoming events and important announcements from your services. Visit ezines.uwaterloo.ca.
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counselling services www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infocs Located in Needles Hall, Room 2080 Call ext. 32655 Do you procrastinate? Could you use some tips on studying, preparing for exams or managing your time? Counselling Services provides workshops on all of these areas and more. They also offer a Study Skills package online, which receives hundreds of hits per day. Be sure to check it out and get a head start on managing your studying.
Please note: this office does not do academic advising — advising is offered through your individual faculty and you should contact your academic advisor for matters such as course selection, course changes, program requirements, etc.
Are you having difficulty moving towards your goals, dealing with your feelings, or sorting out your options? Individual or group counselling can be helpful in developing selfawareness, confidence, and skills to manage interpersonal circumstances. Counselling Services provides confidential, short-term counselling, both individually and in groups, with qualified professionals who can help with: » personal concerns » methods of approaching your studies and exams
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Aboriginal services www.aboriginalservices.uwaterloo.ca Aboriginal Services at St. Paul’s University College 190 Westmount Rd. N., Waterloo, ON Aboriginal Services Coordinator Emerance Baker, Program Director, uWaterloo Directions Manager, Aboriginal Services Office 209 519-885-1460, ext. 209; ebaker@uwaterloo.ca The University of Waterloo Aboriginal Services Office provides culturally relevant information and supports for all University of Waterloo students, staff and faculty. Our office works toward a sustained, culturally proficient, learning and working environment that is respectful of the differences between our many nations. Services include: » Information and advocacy » Academic Support Centre: one-on-one and group tutorial program and student success workshops » Personal support » Forms and applications assistance (OSAP, scholarships and bursaries) » Links with local community agencies » Aboriginal Student Study Lounge and Resource Library » Supports for the Aboriginal Student Association (ASA) » Elders in Residence Program: one-on-one cultural counselling » Elders Round Table Cultural Teaching Workshops (evenings open to all Waterloo students, staff and faculty) » ASA Open House Gathering Days: Soup and Fry Bread Days » Oversight of the Aboriginal Education Council 29
» Aboriginal Highschool Enrichment Program: uWaterloo Directions » Cultural Events: Annual UW Pow wow, National Aboriginal Day celebrations and various cultural workshops and activities » Facilitating access to traditional resources, people, teachings and ceremonies » Relevant communications: website, newsletter and on-campus events » Developing a University of Waterloo community of interest
Aboriginal Student Association The Aboriginal Student Association is committed to enhancing the university experience for all Aboriginal students attending the University of Waterloo. It provides support for Aboriginal students at the University of Waterloo to achieve their educational goals and promotes the pursuit of post-secondary education among Aboriginal people. The ASA supports an Aboriginal Student Kitchen Cupboard for students registered with the ASA. The ASA is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the Aboriginal Student Study Centre. It also provides opportunities for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students to meet for social activities and to participate in Aboriginal cultural activities within the campus and Kitchener/Waterloo community. The ASA seeks to promote cultural awareness and mutual understanding in the university community.
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Resource Centre Employment and Training Weejeendimin Native Anishnabeg Outreach Resource Centre 220 Charles Street East 42 College Street Kitchener, ON N2G 2P7 Kitchener, ON N2H 5A1 519-742-0300 519-743-8635
Housing KW Urban Native Wigwam Project 42 College Street Kitchener, ON N2H 5A1 519-743-5868
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International Student Office email list — If you are not subscribed to the International Students Office’s email list, contact Darlene Ryan, darlene@uwaterloo.ca
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You can ask the advisors about: » Orientation to the Waterloo campus and the community » Canadian immigration (study permit, work permit, temporary resident visa) » U.S. visitor visa information » English Tutor program, SHADOW program, and Global Representative Program » Medical services and coverage » Clubs, activities, and resources » Tax preparation seminar
International Programs Office The International Programs Office, within Waterloo International, offers exchange programs all over the world for University of Waterloo students. The University of Waterloo has 113 exchange agreements with institutions in 36 different countries. Waterloo has partnerships with postsecondary institutions in Australia, Germany, France, Mexico, Norway, and South Korea, plus many more. For more information on particular institutions and faculty contacts you can look here: research.uwaterloo.ca/international/exchange.html. The IPO also provides information and assistance to the university community for a wide variety of research and training related activities including all non-industry research and international programs.
Global Experience Certificate The Global Experience Certificate is designed to encourage domestic Waterloo students to become global citizens and learners. The GEC requires students to complete three for-credit courses, an international experience (of at least 6 consecutive weeks), and cross-cultural volunteer work (minimum 20 hours). To apply for the Global Experience Certificate visit: international. uwaterloo.ca/certificate or e-mail wihelp@uwaterloo.ca (ext. 38350) if you have any questions.
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The International Student Connection service provides the opportunity for international students to meet other international students, as well as integrate international and domestic students by organizing many activities where international students can travel to various attractions across Canada such as Toronto, Niagara Falls, or even the Montreal Jazz Festival. It is the perfect opportunity to learn more about Canada and other countries as well.
Festival Fare Math Coffee and Donut Shop Brubakers Bon Appetit — Davis Centre St. Jerome’s Cafe
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office for persons with disabilities studentservices.uwaterloo.ca/disabilities Located in Needles Hall, Room 1132 Open Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 12 pm and 1 pm - 4:30 pm Call ext. 35082 The Office for Persons with Disabilities provides information, resources, and assistance to campus users with disabilities. Services include: » Bursary information » Campus accessibility maps and information » Campus transportation services » Counselling, learning assistance, and assessment » Library accessibility centres and library services » Links to attendant care services » Note taking services » Peer support programs » Text books in alternate formats » Specialized technical equipment » Alternate examination arrangements (with appropriate documentation) » Volunteer assistance programs
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Important: In order to access our services, you’ll be asked to provide documentation relating to your disability. If you do not have documentation, the Office for Persons with Disabilities can help make arrangements to obtain it.
Environmental Sensitivities Products such as perfume, hairspray or even food and beverages such as oranges and coffee may cause someone around you to experience an aggravated health problem. Environmental sensitivities occur when a person experiences a negative reaction to something in the surrounding environment.
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health services healthservices.uwaterloo.ca Fall and Winter terms Open Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am - 7:30 pm, Friday: 8:30 am - 5 pm Spring term Open Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 5 pm Contact Health Services at 519-888-4096
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Services Available » Physician visits » Counsellor visits » Nurse services and health teaching, e.g. nutrition, birth control, and alcohol » Allergy injections » Emergency care » Health education » Registered dietitian » Laboratory facilities » Immunizations » Wart treatments » Administration of prescribed injectable medication » Ongoing post-operative treatment » Confidential HIV (AIDS) testing, counselling, and health monitoring » Birth control dispensary (9 am - 12 pm; 2 pm - 4 pm) » Emergency contraception (morning-after pill) » Prenatal care Pregnancy tests, advice about birth control, and other information relating to healthy sexuality are all available at Health Services. If you are interested, call and make an appointment with the sexual health nurse at 519-888-4096.
After Hours For free advice from a health professional, please call Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000. For emergencies, you can reach a doctor on call 24 hours a day by dialing 519-888-4096. For serious emergencies, you should go directly to the hospital. If an ambulance is needed, call 911 on any phone.
Verification of Illness Your faculty determines academic accommodations for medical reasons; therefore we advise you to speak with your professor as soon as possible if you anticipate being unable to fulfill academic requirements due to illness. Verification of illness must be obtained at the time of medical assessment for illness and is not provided after you have recovered. To find out what is expected during examinations, “Standard Practices with Respect to Illness” are found in the undergraduate calendar at registrar.uwaterloo.ca/exams/ ExamRegs.pdf. When health care is sought off campus, you may access the “University of Waterloo Verification of Illness” form at healthservices.uwaterloo.ca/Health_Services/ verification.html to be completed by your physician. The medical documentation obtained should document the precise period of absence and the nature of the illness. Note: Currently, Health Services charges a $10 fee for completing the “University of Waterloo Verification of Illness” form. Fees charged for medical certificates are not covered by OHIP/UHIP. Off-campus providers may charge more than Health Services.
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Immunizations Students should keep their immunizations current and carry a record with them at all times. Students living in residence may wish to consider immunization for meningitis. Proof of a TB skin test is required for students from outside Canada or the United States and students who have travelled outside of Canada and the United States within the past five years, for four or more weeks. These students should be prepared to show current TB skin test documentation on their arrival. Students arriving without this documentation will pay a nominal fee to have a TB skin test at Health Services. Student Services staff in residences and Health Services will be checking for compliance with this requirement.
Graduate Students Graduate students are welcome to use Health Services and all the medical services offered, as well as accessing the Occupational Health service for more specific needs related to their graduate studies. These may include: » pre-participation physicals required for graduate work » laser eye testing is required by the Safety Department » concerns with potential workplace exposures » recommended immunization for work » work related, confidential concerns
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Travel immunization Please note that physician consults for travel are not covered by provincial health plans or UHIP. For inquiries and to book an appointment at the International Travel Clinic please call the Waterloo Region Public Health Department, 519-8832007. Students should call well in advance of departure date. The cost of certain vaccinations and Travel Health Coverage are covered by the FEDS/GSA Health Plan.
Organizational & Human Development (OHD) offers a broad based experiential Student Leadership Certificate Program available to any current student (undergraduate and graduate) at Waterloo. The program has been designed to encourage all students to participate, regardless of whether they are in a leadership role. The intent of these offerings is to explore and enhance Waterloo students leadership capabilities, and to help students gain knowledge and develop skills in leadership on campus and within the community. Workshop topics include “Building your Credibility”, “Exploring Conflict” and “Running Effective Team Meetings”. For a complete listing of all 12 workshops and details on how to sign-up go online: ohd.uwaterloo.ca/ students.
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Plan Benefits Health — prescription drugs, chiropractor, physiotherapist, naturopathic doctor, etc. Dental — checkups, cleanings, fillings, root canals, gum treatments, extractions, etc. Vision — eye exam, eyeglasses, and contact lenses, laser eye surgery Travel — 150 days per trip, $1,000,000 per lifetime Network Benefits — Students covered by the plan also have exclusive access to the Health-Care Networks that offer students reductions on certain services. Students are covered for the insured portion of their plan regardless of the health practitioner they choose. By consulting a network member, they will get additional coverage. Full-year coverage is from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31. For more details and a complete list of benefits, visit ihaveaplan.ca.
Opt Outs The plan can be combined with another health and dental plan (i.e. a parent or spouse’s employee benefit plan) to maximize overall coverage and save on health-care costs. Alternatively, if students are covered by another extended health and/or dental plan, they may opt out online at ihaveaplan.ca during the Change-of-Coverage Period. Before opting out, students should double-check their alternative insurance coverage. A parents’ insurance plan will typically stop covering you completely if you’re a part-time student over 21, or a full-time student over the age of 25. As well, other plans usually won’t cover vaccinations, travel insurance, or vision. The Change-of-Coverage Period is at the beginning of the first term in which the student is enrolled for each academic year. Students already covered by an equivalent health plan can opt out and receive reimbursement for the health portion of the plan by providing proof of coverage by an equivalent health plan. Provincial health care doesn’t provide coverage equivalent to the FEDS/GSA Health Plan. Students can’t opt out of the FEDS/ GSA Health Plan if they’re only covered by OHIP or equivalent health-care coverage. They may opt out of the Dental Plan and receive reimbursement for the dental portion of the plan without submitting proof of equivalent dental coverage. Opt outs and enrolments are effective for the entire policy year. Note: In respect of privacy and confidentiality, only students can make changes to their coverage. For more details, please visit ihaveaplan.ca.
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alcohol on campus The majority of university students in Ontario will reach legal drinking age while enrolled at university. The University of Waterloo recognizes that it has an important role to play in assisting students with decisions about alcohol and in fostering responsible attitudes towards alcohol. Students are entrusted with an appropriate level of personal responsibility with respect to the many student events and activities associated with university life. University Policy clearly outlines alcohol practices, procedures and laws that set out the expectations for each member of the university community. The campus has licensed venues that operate under a joint agreement with the university and the Federation of Students. These facilities provide contemporary social facilities that are a fitting adjunct to campus life. Though there are pubs on campus, alcohol is not the focus of events at Waterloo. Our orientation, Residence Life, and recreational programs derive their success from an intense involvement of over a thousand students who ensure that activities at Waterloo are broad based and inclusive. At Waterloo we strive to provide an environment that is fun, healthy, safe and productive for everyone.
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hr.uwaterloo.ca/family-friendly.html A wide variety of Child Care Services are available through four centres operating on the University of Waterloo campus. The centres offer care for children 3 months through school age and include full- and half-day programs. Fees vary according to the program. Region of Waterloo subsidies are available to eligible families. To determine subsidy eligibility parents should contact the Region of Waterloo, Child Care Services, Subsidy Division at 519-883-2200. » The Early Childhood Education Centre Located in the PAS building (Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology). For information call the director at 519-888-4567, ext. 33167. » The Hildegard Marsden Co-operative Day Nursery Inc. Located just off Columbia Street. For information call the supervisor at 519-888-4567, ext. 35437.
CHILD CARE CENTRES Each of the centres is regularly inspected by the Ministry of Community, Family and Children’s Services and operates within their strict guidelines. Due to the demand for services on campus, early contact is strongly advised.
» Klemmer Farmhouse Co-operative Nursery Inc. Located just off Columbia Street. For information call the supervisor at 519-885-5181.
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» Paintin’ Place Co-operative Day Care Centre Inc. Located in UW Place (UW student residence) at the University of Waterloo, off Seagram Drive or University Avenue East. For information call the supervisor at 519-888-4030.
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The Student Resource Office (SRO) provides a confidential, impartial, and independent service to all members of the university community, including graduate and undergraduate students, staff, and faculty. The office deals with both academic and non-academic issues that occur on- and off-campus. The SRO mediates disputes and offers options for resolution to those seeking assistance.
centre for teaching excellence (CTE) “Great teaching…by design.” cte.uwaterloo.ca Located in the Math and Computer Building, Room 4055, ext. 33353 and the Dana Porter Library, Room 328, ext. 33132 The Centre for Teaching Excellence fosters teaching and learning of the highest quality at Waterloo. The Centre’s services are available to faculty members, adjunct and sessional instructors, librarians, staff and graduate students. Staff members manage a full complement of resources and services that connect current educational theories with actual teaching experiences. The Centre’s focus is on fostering research-based best practices in the classroom and online. There are CTE Liaisons located in each Faculty who assist with the development of online tools and tasks for use in UW-ACE. Of particular interest to graduate students, primarily doctoral students, is the Certificate in University Teaching, which comprises a series of courses taught and administered by Centre personnel. Participants complete three courses requiring them to attend workshops, complete a research project, prepare a teaching dossier, and have their teaching observed. This program is co-sponsored by the Graduate Studies Office. Further information on the Certificate can be found at: cte.uwaterloo.ca/graduate_programs/ CUT/index.html. Teaching awards, administered by the Centre for Teaching Excellence, are given once a year at the Spring Convocation. Nominations are accepted throughout the year, with a deadline of the first Friday in February for the Distinguished Teacher Award and the second Friday in February for the Amit and Meena Chakma Awards for Exceptional Teaching by a Student nomination. More information about both of these awards is available on the CTE website: cte.uwaterloo.ca under Teaching Awards and Grants.
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Located in the SLC, Room 3104 Appointments can be made by calling ext. 32402
conflict management and human rights office adm.uwaterloo.ca/infocmahro Located in the Math and Computer Building, Room 4048 Call ext. 35671 “The University of Waterloo desires to create an environment that supports, nurtures, and rewards its members on the basis of such relevant factors as work performance and achievement. Discrimination and harassment are not conducive to this environment.” Ethical Behaviour Policy #33, University of Waterloo The Conflict Management and Human Rights Office (CMAHRO) acts as a focal point and resource for the university community regarding matters of harassment, discrimination, and other, more general, forms of conflict. During an initial meeting, the office staff will provide information regarding human rights at uWaterloo, discuss conflict resolution options, advise on appropriate university policy and/or process and, if necessary, arrange for individual support and counselling. After this initial meeting, students may wish to access some of the specific services offered by the office ranging from ‘one-on-one coaching’ and ‘resolution support’ to ‘third party dispute resolution process’ such as mediation or group facilitation.
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The services of the office are available to any member of the university community to discuss concerns in confidence. Appointments are not necessary, but recommended. Individuals are invited to bring friends or colleagues with them during office visits.
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sexual harassment…a crash course
Sexual Harassment is… » unwanted attention of a sexual- or gender-related nature (verbal, non-verbal, physical) — jokes, touching, suggestive remarks, leering, or demands for sexual favours, threats…
It Can… » occur anywhere (classroom, residence, athletic facilities, part-time job, co-op work term…) » create an unpleasant environment » affect your study, work, or well-being » cross gender paths (female-male, female-female, male-male) » leave you feeling powerless, hurt, uncomfortable or afraid Some Examples … » Even though you said “no,” another resident continues to ask you out and follow you around » Your work term supervisor continuously brushes up against you » You said no to a date, and now the person in charge of your course will not answer your course related questions » You continue to receive X-rated email messages, and you are reluctant to log onto your account » The students in residence (or class, or club, etc.) tease and hassle you about being gay (or lesbian, or bi-sexual, or transgendered, or queer, etc.)
If it happens to me, what can I do? » Don’t ignore your feelings » Talk to someone you trust — friend, mom, dad, etc. » Remember you are not to blame » Talk to someone on campus — SOON! (CMAHRO, ext. 35671) » Collect and document any date(s), time(s), location(s), name of alleged harasser(s), frequency of occurrence, witness(es), what happened and any paper trail » Learn more, speak with someone at The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, 1-866-598-0322; hrto.ca » If you are concerned about your personal safety (unwanted touching, aggressive or threatening behaviour), contact UW Police at 519-888-4911
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Am I alone?
What if I am gay?
Where can I go?
Who can I talk to?
If you’re questioning your sexual orientation and want to talk: Gays and Lesbians of Waterloo Email: glow@uwaterloo.ca Website: knowyourglow.ca 519-888-GLOW (519-888-4569) Counselling Services 519-888-4567, ext. 32655 Health Services 519-888-4567, ext. 33544 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered (LQBTQQ) Advisory Committee studentservices.uwaterloo.ca
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3 Waterloo is a great place to call home. We make it our business to make you feel safe and comfortable, while providing you with an environment conducive to both academic and personal growth. » On-Campus Housing » Off-Campus Housing » Off-Campus Dons » Living in Waterloo » City of Waterloo By-Laws » UW Weather Station » Where to Find Things… » UW Food Services » UW Police » UW Parking Services » Campus Shuttle » Transportation » Yellow Bike Program » Beware of Aggressive Religious Recruiters on Campus » Top 10 Personal Safety Tips » Recognized Federation of Students’ Clubs » Graphics » Retail Services » WatCard Office
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on-campus housing housing.uwaterloo.ca If you’ll be living on campus, you should know that our Residence Life Staff is committed to helping first-year students with the transition from high school to university and making your residence experience a rewarding one. Residence is your home away from home and we provide the support system to encourage your personal and academic growth. If you ever have problems in your personal or academic affairs, you should contact your Don or Residence Life Co-ordinator for help.
Living on campus after first year The Department of Housing and Residences is dedicated to providing on-campus housing to students beyond first year. There are some spaces available to upper-year students in the fall term, and many more available in the winter and spring terms — perfect for co-op students returning to campus every 4 months.
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Upper-year residence spaces are made available in traditional-style, suite-style and townhouse-style residences in order to provide the Âbenefits of on-campus living with the independence our students are looking for. Upper-year students can apply for spaces in UW Place and Columbia Lake Village in the fall term, and in addition to these residences, Village 1 and Mackenzie King Village in the winter and spring terms. Students living in residence in the spring term are given priority to apply for residences spaces available for the following winter term. Applications for each fall term are available online in January. Applications for winter term are available in late May and for spring term in October. For more information, visit housing.uwaterloo.ca. After your first year, you may want to consider applying to become a Residence Don. Applications for the Don position for the fall and winter terms begins in January each year and applications for the spring term begin in October. For more information, visit housing.uwaterloo.ca/jobs.
Residence Life Staff THE DIRECTOR, student development and RESIDENCE LIFE is responsible for all aspects of student life in the University of Waterloo Housing and Residence facilities.
Learn more about Residence Life at housing.uwaterloo.ca.
THE MANAGER, RESIDENCE LIFE is accountable to the Director, Student Development and Residence Life for the strategic development and direct implementation and management of the residence life programs, including managing the residence life co-ordinator team and implementing all programs and services directly impacting student life.
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A RESIDENCE LIFE CO-ORDINATOR has the responsibility to oversee student life and overall policy enforcement of each residence. A community CO-ORDINATOR is responsible for the smooth operation and community atmosphere in assigned areas of student residence. They function primarily in student development, staff development, programming and administrative capacities. A DON is assigned to each house, floor or area, and lives in a suite in the specific residence area. Dons are senior students or graduate students who are familiar with the University and with residence life. Dons assist the residents as they adapt to university life, implement educational and social programs for residents, refer students to the right people for advice on social, academic and personal affairs, and enforce policies and regulations for the well being of all residents.
Getting involved Getting involved in residence helps students to build relationships and to feel part of the community. There are many opportunities for students to get involved through volunteering, part-time jobs, and leadership positions. Here are some of the opportunities available to students living in residence: » Residence Council » Charity Committee » Marketing Advisory Board
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Academic support Living in residence provides you with easy access to a wealth of resources and support. Academic success is a cornerstone of the residence life program and there are policies, programs and services available to support students in their academic pursuits. Tutoring in residence The Department of Housing and Residences has teamed up with some of the faculties to provide in-residence tutoring. This collaborative program, developed with the Faculties of Math, Science, Arts and Engineering offers convenient
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Counsellor in residence Moving away from home and starting first year at university can seem like a really big step. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, you may want to speak with a professional counsellor. UW’s Counselling Services Department provides free confidential counselling for all students, and during the fall and winter terms, a counsellor is available for appointments right in residence. Some of the academic sessions hosted in residence » study skills workshops by Counselling Services » exam preparation workshops by Counselling Services » first-year Arts Academic Info Sessions
Residence services Internet services All residence rooms (except Columbia Lake Village–North), are wired to allow you direct access to the campus network, your Waterloo computer account, the World Wide Web and email. The cost of this service (known as ResNet) is included in the residence fees. If you do not have a computer in your room and require only occasional access, you can use a number of computer labs situated around uWaterloo’s campus, including the internet cafés in Village 1, Mackenzie King Village, Ron Eydt Village and Columbia Lake Village. Meal plans and food About 80% of first-year students purchase a meal plan. You use your WatCard (student ID) to access a declining-debit meal plan. Plans consist of meal plan dollars, which can be spent on campus at any UW Food Services eatery, and Flex dollars, which can be used for additional on-campus and off-campus services such as vending, laundry, buying textbooks, and even buying food at participating off-campus restaurants. Students purchase a meal plan each term, and can add extra dollars any time. At the end of each term, any money remaining is carried forward as long as you’re a Waterloo student. Students living in Ron Eydt Village or Village 1 are required to purchase a meal plan as cooking facilities are not available. Students living in any other residence facility have access to cooking facilities and can therefore choose to purchase a meal plan if they like, but it is not required. For students living in UW Place, Mackenzie King Village, Minota Hagey and Columbia Lake Village, a free weekly grocery shuttle is available to help you get your shopping done. For more information on Food Services and eating on campus, visit www.foodservices. uwaterloo.ca. Housekeeping The Department of Housing and Residences is very proud to employ its own cleaning services staff to clean and maintain the residences. Staff work daytime hours with a reduced work force on weekends. 45
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Math Tutoring Centre (calculus and algebra) Accounting & Financial Management Tutoring Centre Physics Tutoring Centre Biology Tutoring Centre Chemistry Tutoring Centre Engineering Tutoring Centre English Tutoring Centre Writing Clinics
In Village 1 and Ron Eydt Village, a member of the cleaning services staff will enter each student’s room once a week to empty the garbage. Staff will clean the washrooms and common areas daily. All residents are responsible for the day to day cleaning and maintenance of their room. In Mackenzie King Village, UW Place and Columbia Lake Village–South, staff clean the residence common areas daily (e.g. floor lounge, hallways, central complex). Residents are responsible for regular cleaning of their suite/townhouse and inspections take place monthly, with prior notice given. Major maintenance and repairs should be reported to the main office of the respective residence right away. Laundry WatCard operated laundry facilities are available in all residence facilities. Costs are currently $1 to wash and $1 to dry. Irons and ironing boards are also available for you to borrow from the main office in each residence. Safety and accessibility Safety is a priority at Waterloo and there are a number of services available to students. UW Shuttle Service: police.uwaterloo.ca/shuttle-service.
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Accessible accommodation is available for students with special health or disability-related needs. Students must contact the Office for Persons with Disabilities and the Housing and Residence Administration Office as soon as possible in the application process in order to ensure we can accommodate them appropriately. Allergy-free rooms Waterloo recognizes that some of our students have special needs when it comes to allergens and allergic reactions. To address this issue, allergy-free rooms are available at UW Place. These rooms have no carpets and have separate ventilation. Students who apply for residence and make it known early on that they have severe allergies are given priority for these room assignments. Residence fees Residence fees are set each year in February, for the following academic year. Residence and meal plan fees for each term are billed to the student on their tuition statement. Residence and meal plan fees for 2010-2011 are available on the housing website: housing.uwaterloo.ca. Moving in and out Fall Term (first-year residences) In the fall term, move-in takes place on the Sunday and Monday of Labour Day weekend. Exactly which day you will move in will depend on your room assignment. Generally, one half of each residence facility will move in on one day and the other half on the other day in order to ease traffic and congestion. Specific move-in information will be sent to you in advance. Orientation leaders are on hand to direct
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Note: For graduate students, move-in is the first day of the month when your contract begins.
Winter and Spring Terms Move-in usually takes place the Sunday before classes begin. All residents must vacate their residence 24 hours after their last exam at the end of term. What not to bring to residence » Candles or halogen lamps » Pets » Incense, hot plates
How do I receive mail? All you need to know is which residence you’ll be living in. A mailbox is provided for each residence suite, floor or house, depending on the residence facility. Mail is delivered Monday to Friday by Canada Post. Note: For UW Place and Columbia Lake Village, Canada Post and other courier companies will attempt to deliver packages at least once before rerouting them to the nearest postal outlet. Village 1 Ron Eydt Village <Your Name> <Your Name> <House, Room Number> <Floor, Room Number> Village 1 Ron Eydt Village Box 16460 Box 16610 University of Waterloo University of Waterloo Waterloo, Ontario Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2J 4B6 Canada N2J 4C1 Mackenzie King Village Minota Hagey <Your Name> <Your Name> <East/West, Suite Number> <Room Number> Mackenzie King Village Minota Hagey Residence Box 1666 University of Waterloo University of Waterloo Waterloo, Ontario Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3G1 Canada N2J 4Z2
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UW Place* Beck Hall <Your Name> <Suite Number> 108 Seagram Dr. Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3B9
Eby Hall <Your Name> <Suite Number> 159 University Ave. West Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3E8
Wellesley Court North <Your Name> <Suite Number> 155 University Ave. West Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3E5
Wellesley Court South <Your Name> <Suite Number> 157 University Ave. West Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3E5
Wilmot Court North <Your Name> <Suite Number> 163 University Ave. West Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3E5
Wilmot Court South <Your Name> <Suite Number> 161 University Ave. West Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3E5
Waterloo Court North <Your Name> <Suite Number> 106 Seagram Dr. Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3B8
Waterloo Court South <Your Name> <Suite Number> 104 Seagram Dr. Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3B8
Woolwich Court North <Your Name> <Suite Number> 100 Seagram Dr. Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3B8
Woolwich Court South <Your Name> <Suite Number> 102 Seagram Dr. Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3B8
*Note: If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re living in UW Place, do not include University of Waterloo or the name of the residence (i.e. Beck Hall) in the address. If you include these pieces of information the mail will be sent on campus and eventually be returned to sender. It must come directly to the address above in order for you to receive it.
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university COLLEGES Conrad Grebel <Your Name> <Room Number> Conrad Grebel University College Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3G6
Renison <Your Name> <Room Number> Renison College Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3G4
St. Jerome’s St. Paul’s <Your Name> <Your Name> St. Jerome’s University <Room Number> <Sweeny Hall/J.R. Finn> St. Paul’s <Room Number> Westmount Road North Waterloo, Ontario Waterloo, Ontario Canada N2L 3G3 Canada N2L 3G5
off-campus housing och.uwaterloo.ca Student Life Centre Open Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Call ext. 35725 or email och@uwaterloo.ca The Off-Campus Housing Office (part of the Department of Housing and Residences) is located in the Student Life Centre lower level. This office can provide you with online housing lists for the Kitchener/Waterloo area along with tips on how to find a house or apartment that’s right for you. You’ll also find information about dealing with landlords and resources to get help if you have further questions. Co-op students who are heading out of town can access online housing lists for Toronto, Ottawa, and other areas. Housing lists for Kitchener/Waterloo or other areas can all be accessed on the web at och.uwaterloo.ca.
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North Community South Community Units 101-122 N2L 6P1 Units 1-8 N2L 6E8 Units 123-160 N2L 6P3 Units 9-17 N2L 6E9 Units 161-168 N2L 6P4 Units18-32 N2L 6G1 Units 169-182 N2L 6P1 Units 33-40 N2L 6G2 Units 183-190 N2L 6P4 Units 41-50 N2L 6G3 Units 191-192 N2L 6P1 Units 51-58 N2L 6G4 Units 193-202 N2L 6P2 Units 59-67 N2L 6G5 Units 203-222 N2L 6P6 Units 68-82 N2L 6G6 Units 223-250 N2L 6P2 Units 83-90 N2L 6G7 Units 251-262 N2L 6P6 Units 91-100 N2L 6G8 Units 263-294 N2L 6P7 Units 295-302 N2L 6P8 Units 303-324 N2L 6P4 Units 325-330 N2L 6P6 Units 331-350 N2L 6P8
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Columbia Lake Village <Your Name> 350 Columbia St. West, <Unit Number> Waterloo, Ontario, Canada <Postal Code (see below)>
Top 5 student housing search tips 1. Make sure to read all documents before you sign! It’s the fine print that can get you — pay particular attention to your lease and be sure to read the ENTIRE document and bring any questions you may have to the OffCampus Housing Office. Don’t sign any lease longer than 1 year — circumstances may change and you may not want to stay in the same place. 2. Take your time and look around. Don’t commit to the first place you see, there is lots of housing available. 3. Many landlords ask for a security deposit upon lease signing. It is illegal for landlords to ask for more than one month’s rent as a security deposit. Ask your landlord for a receipt for any payments that you do make to them. 4. Ask previous tenants what the average cost of the utilities were for them, or call the utility companies to find out approximately what the bills will be. 5. Visit or call the Off-Campus Housing Office to gather information and attend one of the Housing Information sessions before starting to look for a place.
off-campus dons Located in the SLC, Room 2142 Call ext. 35349 or contact uwocd@yahoo.com ocd.uwaterloo.ca and feds.ca/ocd
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Off-Campus Dons (OCD) are a Feds service dedicated to helping first-year students, living off campus, adjust to university life. Students living off campus often find it challenging to meet friends, find their way around, and know what events are happening on campus. OCD offers help by matching you up with a Don who you can go to for advice, information, or just as a friend if you’re looking for a chat. Off-Campus Dons are upper-year students who serve as a friendly, approachable resource for guidance and support during your first crucial months at university. Off-Campus Dons also run an amazing Orientation Week for all off-campus first-year students and organize events throughout the year, so you can get together with your friends from Orientation Week as well as meet new ones!
Off Campus Housing och.uwaterloo.ca You can access off-campus housing lists online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the website. When you enter a list of criteria, the search facility on the website will match you to the type of housing you’re looking for. This is an excellent way to check out what’s available before you even get to campus!
living in Waterloo If you are new to the area it is important that you become familiar with both what the local community has to offer as well as your expectations as a resident in the community.
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Also remember that neighbourhoods are filled with a variety of other families. Some will have small children, some will have to work early or late. They are members of our community. Remember when you are a student at the University of Waterloo you are representing our school when you are in the neighbourhoods. If you constantly have parties and leave your yard a mess it will not only reflect poorly upon yourself, but poorly upon the other students attending the university as well. Here are a few of the important by-laws you may encounter as a student living within the City of Waterloo. For a complete listing and description of the City of Waterloo by-laws visit the website city.waterloo.on.ca. If you are living elsewhere, such as the City of Kitchener, visit the website of that city to learn more about the by-laws that will affect you.
Traffic and parking by-law Every household within the City of Waterloo will be allowed a maximum of eighteen (18) exemptions per year for visitor’s vehicles or if there are extenuating circumstances that do not permit household vehicles to access their driveways. Exemptions may be denied at the discretion of the City should road maintenance and/or snow removal be required. Residents must call 519-747-8559 prior to 1:30 am to register their vehicle. Residents can also register online at city.waterloo.on.ca. On this page, you will be required to add all relevant information to ensure your visitor’s vehicle is registered. While most city highways have specific parking and stopping regulations posted on signs, there are some regulations that are applied on a city-wide basis, and thus, need not be posted on every roadway. These regulations are listed as follows: UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED, PARKING IS NOT PERMITTED: » for more than three (3) consecutive hours on a city street unless otherwise posted » on a city highway between 2:30 am to 6 am, any day of the week » within 1.5 metres (5 feet) of an entrance to a driveway » within 3 metres (10 feet) of a fire hydrant » within 15 metres (50 feet) on either side of a bus stop » within 9 metres (30 feet) of an intersection » within 15 metres (50 feet) of a railway track » more than 0.15 metres (6 inches) from a curb For a complete listing of where parking is not permitted visit city.waterloo.on.ca
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As a resident in a neighbourhood you will have responsibilities. Make sure you fully understand your responsibilities when you move into your house or apartment. Have a conversation with your landlord about who is responsible for maintaining the lawn, and removing snow. Don’t forget that it is your responsibility to properly dispose of your garbage. Leaving garbage piled up outside your backdoor may get it out of the house, but in the long run it could attract animals, or create a horrible odour, not to mention the garbage just looks unattractive.
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When you are living off campus, or just visiting friends, it is important that you respect the community you are in. Every city and municipality has by-laws designed to improve the living environment of all citizens. Excessive and continual activities that disturb or negatively affect the enjoyment and livability of neighbourhoods need not be tolerated by anyone.
Noise by-laws (78-79) (86-75) Noise by-laws are enforced on a complaint basis by City of Waterloo By-law Enforcement Officers and Waterloo Regional Police. Any noise likely to disturb an inhabitant is prohibited 24 hours a day. Specific restrictions regarding noise include the following: » The operation of any electronic device or equipment including loudspeakers intended for the production, reproduction or amplification of sound which is excessive and likely to disturb residents of the City of Waterloo (Restricted between 5 pm and 7 am Monday through Saturday and between 5 pm and 9 am on Sunday) » Yelling, shouting, hooting, whistling or singing (Restricted between 11 pm and 7 am Monday through Saturday and between 9 pm and 9 am Sunday) » The operation of any powered tool (e.g. lawn mower, chain saw) or non-powered tool for domestic purposes other than snow removal (Restricted between 9 pm and 7 am Monday through Saturday and between 9 pm and 9 am on Sunday) » Continual barking, whining, calling or other similar continual noise made by any domestic pet or any animals kept for commercial purposes (Restricted at any time) » The operation of a motor vehicle in such a way that tires squeal (Restricted at any time)
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During regular business hours, all inquiries and complaints should be directed to By-law Enforcement, Protective Services, 519-747-8785. After hours and on weekends call the Waterloo Regional Police Department at 519-653-7700 and ask for dispatch. Complaints pertaining to noise generated from the university campuses specifically should be directed to the appropriate university campus security departments: University of Waterloo Police Department, 519-888-4911, Wilfrid Laurier University Campus Security, 519-885-3333.
» The operation of any construction equipment in connection with construction (Restricted all day Sunday and statutory holidays and between 7 pm and 7 am on all other days) » Loading/unloading, delivering, packing/unpacking or otherwise handling of containers, products, materials or refuse unless necessary for the maintenance of essential services (Restricted all day Sunday and statutory holidays and between 7 pm and 7 am all other days) Anyone charged and found guilty of an infraction under the Noise By-Law will be fined for each offence. The set fine under this by-law is $300.00.
Garbage and yard waste collection by-law (02-011) The Garbage and Yard Waste Collection By-Law describes the collection procedures for materials disposed of at households and businesses within the Region of Waterloo. region.waterloo.ca/waste; 519-883-5100 General Garbage is collected once per week from residential dwellings of 1-6 units and some small businesses. Place garbage in one location, close to the curb, without blocking the sidewalk. Garbage can be placed at the curb after 7 pm on the day prior to collection. Pick-up starts at 7 am on the day of collection. Remember — if you can’t lift a can or bag higher than 3 feet, neither can the region! No container should weigh more than 22kg (50lb). Please also remember to remove your containers from the curb by 9 pm on your collection day. 52
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» A non-returnable plastic bag capable of carrying 22kg without tearing. » Place numerous small bags in returnable garbage cans or regular sized plastic garbage bags. Large items will be collected by appointment only; please call 519-883-5100. There is a limit of 2 items per household per week.
Yard waste Grass clippings, leaves and other yard waste (branches, hedge trimmings, garden waste, etc.) are not accepted in the garbage. Grass clippings should be left on the lawn to decompose, be composted or included with the rest of your yard waste. Yard waste is collected according to a specific schedule. The yard waste schedule is every two weeks on the regular garbage day from April to November. Place yard waste out for this collection in a returnable container with a ribbon on it, a paper yard waste bag or tied in 3 foot bundles. Yard waste in plastic bags will not be collected. Recycling Recycling services are provided to all residential properties. Households use blue boxes and multi-units use blue boxes or recycling carts. No other collection containers are acceptable. It is important to place the proper materials in the box according to these instructions: waterloo has a greenbin program The highly successful, environmentally-friendly greenbin program is in the City of Waterloo. For more information, visit region.waterloo.ca/waste. Blue Box Recycling Program — Items Loose Inside the Box Materials that can be recycled loosely in the bottom of your blue box are: metal cans and glass bottles from food and beverages, aluminum foil and trays, plastic bottles, and jars and jugs with the symbol on the bottom (you can usually see through them) with a screw top cap. Cardboard Cardboard is collected with recycling and requires being correctly prepared. Boxboard Single — layered boxes including cereal, tissue, detergent; also cardboard egg cartons and tissue cores. Please remove all liners, flatten and put in plastic bag or stuff in largest boxboard, maximum size 75cm x 75cm x 20cm (30" x 30" x 8"). Place inside blue box or outside. DO NOT include drinking boxes or milk cartons. Bundled/Bagged on Top of or Beside your Blue Box Newspaper and inserts, magazines and catalogues, household fine paper (no envelopes, please). Bell telephone books and paperback books should be bundled with string or placed in a grocery bag. Boxboard, such as cereal boxes, should be flattened and stuffed inside an unflattened boxboard or placed in a grocery bag. Place these bundled/bagged recyclables on top of or beside the blue box. Corrugated cardboard is not accepted in the garbage or as a garbage container. It should be tied in bundles no greater than 75cm x 75cm x 20cm (30" x 30" x 8") and placed beside your blue box. No waxed, heavily coated, oily or soiled cardboard allowed. Used motor oil can be recycled by placing it beside your garbage in a sealed plastic jug marked “OIL”. 53
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Items not collected in the garbage are: household hazardous waste, construction and demolition debris, and tires. Corrugated cardboard is collected with recycling. Household hazardous waste drop-off information is available from the Region. Call the Region of Waterloo at 519-883-5100 for further information.
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The maximum jug size acceptable is 4 litres. All blue boxes should be placed on the street curb by 8 am of your collection day. Blue boxes should be set out for collection only when they are FULL. Please note that improperly identified and/or prepared recyclables will not be collected but rather stickered and left behind.
Snow clearing by-law for city sidewalk by-law (82-12) City of Waterloo By-Law 82-12 concerns the removal of snow and ice from all sidewalks and roofs that overhang sidewalks. The owner of every residential property is responsible for removing snow and ice from sidewalks along city streets within 24 hours after a snowfall or freezing rain from October to April, both inclusive. Snow must not be placed on the sidewalk or roadway. In the case where there is no boulevard, snow from the sidewalk may be placed along the edge of the street. The owner or occupant of a building whose roof slopes towards a sidewalk is responsible for the removal of snow and ice from the roof before 9 am everyday except Sunday.
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The City enforces this by-law both proactively and on a complaint basis. Upon complaint, the property is inspected and, if found to be in violation of the by-law, a notice will be issued to either the property owner or occupant advising the owner or occupant to remove the snow/ice within a prescribed time. If the owner or occupant fails to comply with the notice, the City will make 2 attempts to contact a non-resident property owner by telephone in the 18 hours subsequent to leaving a notice at the door. If the owner fails to comply, the City will clear the walk and invoice the property owner on the basis of labour, equipment and an administration charge.
UW weather station weather.uwaterloo.ca
Blue boxes and brochures can be obtained at the Regional Landfill Site (Gate 1) at 925 Erb Street West from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, or at the City of Waterloo Service Centre at 265 Lexington Court, from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
In mid-1997, equipment to create a Climatological Station was provided to the University of Waterloo by Meteorological Service of Canada, a division of Environment Canada, for educational and research purposes. The station then began operation in February of 1998. Sponsored by Environment Canada, Campbell Scientific, and the departments of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Geography, the University of Waterloo Weather Station is located west of Columbia Lake on the North side of campus. The station is also powered by a small 12 volt battery that is recharged using a solar panel! Visit weather.uwaterloo.ca for regular 15 minute updates on Waterloo weather.
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Grocery Stores Valumart — Waterloo Town Square 75 King Street South, 519-884-5511 Sobey’s — 450 Columbia Street West, Waterloo, 519-880-9143
Zehrs Markets in Waterloo » Beechwood Plaza, 519-886-4900 » Conestoga Mall, 519-746-0125 Laundry Campus Coin Laundry and Dry Cleaning, 150 University Avenue West, (U-58@Philip), 519-886-1759 The Laundromat — 465 Philip Street (corner of Albert), Waterloo, 519-885-3202 Speed-Wash — Waterloo Town Square, 519-746-3870 Pharmacy Beechwood Wellness Pharmacy — 420 Erb Street West, Waterloo, 519-884-1025 Conestoga Mall Zehrs Pharmacy, 519-725-7348 Pharmasave — 170 University Avenue West, Waterloo, 519-886-2420 24-Hour Shoppers Drug Mart — 50 Weber Street North, Waterloo, 519-880-8083 Student Health Pharmacy — University of Waterloo, Student Life Centre, 519-746-4500
UW food services www.foodservices.uwaterloo.ca The staff members at UW Food Services would like to welcome you to the University of Waterloo. During your stay at Waterloo, they’ll be happy to look after your dining needs. Your UW Food Services meal plan will let you eat across campus at any of our convenient locations. If you’re living off campus, you can put money on your WatCard to enjoy meals on campus and take advantage of the discount. Please share your dietary concerns, comments and suggestions with a UW Food Services manager or staff member, a member of the Food Advisory Board (FAB) — which includes students like you or complete one of the comment cards.
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University Food Market (Chinese, Japanese, Middle Eastern, Halal Meat Spices) — 5-140 University Avenue West, Waterloo, 519-884-9500
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If you are living off campus you may need to know where you can find the local amenities. Here is a short, but definitely not complete list of the local amenities in and around the University of Waterloo.
UW police police.uwaterloo.ca Available 24 hours a day Call 519-888-4911, or ext. 22222, on any campus pay phone The University of Waterloo Police has officers on duty 24 hours a day with the same law enforcement powers as regional police. Persons working or studying after hours on campus may contact UW Police for advice on appropriate precautions. If you need help that requires police assistance or have concerns regarding personal safety or any other matter, contact the UW Police Service Duty Desk at 519888-4911 or ext. 22222. The UW Police and Parking Service is located on the north-east corner of Ring Road in the Commissary, in front of the smoke stack.
UW parking services parking.uwaterloo.ca If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve brought a car to campus, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need a parking permit. The permit may be purchased from Parking Services in the Commissary building or on-line. If you have visitors overnight, contact Parking Services or UW Police Services on the weekend to ensure that your visitor parks in an appropriate lot. There are also several coin parking lots on campus for visitors use. Visit our website for current parking rates for students and visitors.
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campus shuttle Campus Shuttle is a free transportation service with 2 vans serving east and west routes, within a defined radius of campus and is supervised by UW Police Services. It is available to students, faculty, and staff and leaves regularly from the Student Life Centre. The sign-in log for passengers and route map are available at the Turnkey Desk. Campus Shuttle is offered:
An emergency button on all campus pay phones connects you directly to the UW Police (red button) or Campus Shuttle (green button). Help Phones are in place on the pathway to Ron Eydt Village, on the pathway behind optometry and in other locations. These phones are a direct line to UW Police Services.
Fall and Winter Term 7:30 pm - 1:30 am
Spring Term 9:15 pm - 1:30 am
It runs every term from the first day of registration to the last day of exams. Campus Shuttle leaves regularly from the Student Life Centre at about 6 pm in the winter and at 9 pm in the summer and runs until 1 am each night. There are specific routes, but essentially it will drop you off as close to home as possible. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need your WatCard ready; schedule maps are available at the Turnkey Desk in the Student Life Centre.
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Bicycle Kitchener/Waterloo is a bicycle-friendly area. Wide streets and bicycle paths make it easy to ride on 2 wheels. Invest in a good bike lock, ride carefully, and always wear a helmet.
Do you live on a street with 10 other student houses? Why not share a ride? Register at carpooltool.com.
Grand River Transit — (GRT) — Local bus service Bus schedules are available in the Student Life Centre — just ask the Turnkeys to point you to them. Grand River Transit can take you all over Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge to shopping centres, grocery stores, the movies, etc. Undergraduate students only need a valid WatCard to ride. Visit grt.ca.
Greyhound or Coach Canada (Southern Ontario Bus Service) The main bus terminal for Kitchener/Waterloo is Sportsworld. There are also pick-up locations on campus and in downtown Kitchener. Bus tickets can be purchased right on campus at the Turnkey Desk 24 hours a day; otherwise, you can take the Grand River Transit bus 7 or 8 from campus. This route will transport you to the main terminal where tickets can be purchased during regular ticketing hours.
Fed Bus The Fed Bus is a handy, inexpensive way to get to the Greater Toronto Area, Hamilton, and London every weekend. Tickets are $11 one way and $20 round-trip with your WatCard. Tickets may be purchased at Federation Xpress, SLC across from Tim Hortons, or online at fedbus.feds.ca. Please visit businessesandservices.feds.ca/fed_bus for locations and schedules.
Ride Board In the Student Life Centre there is a Ride Board where you can look for a ride out of town. There are postings for all over Canada, and even for the U.S., and if you own a car and want to offer a ride, you can also post a notice on this board.
Train The Via Rail train station is located at 126 Weber Street W. in Kitchener. If you’re planning to take the train out of town, your best bet is to take Grand River Transit bus 7 or 8 from campus to the bus terminal in Kitchener. You can take a cab or walk about 3 blocks to the train station. For more information on routes or schedules, visit viarail.ca.
Airporter The Toronto Airporter Service shuttles students between the University of Waterloo and the Toronto Pearson International Airport. The Toronto Airporter Service departs daily from the Student Life Centre at the University of Waterloo for the Toronto Pearson International Airport at the following times: » 6:05 am » 1:05 pm » 10:50 am » 3:35 pm 57
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It’s important to know how you can get around the area or get home! Kitchener/Waterloo Transit can take you almost anywhere in the area, and there are several options for out of town travel.
The Airporter departs from the Toronto Airport (all terminals) for the Student Life Centre at the University of Waterloo at the following times: » 8:15 am » 3:15 pm » 1:30 pm » 6:15 pm Regular adult fare one way: $75.00 (GST included) Call 519-886-2121 to reserve a spot, or visit airwaystransit.com. Note: The service isn’t available on Saturdays and holidays and only the last 2 trips are available on Sundays; however, door-to-door service is available 7 days a week, 365 days a year, by advance reservation. Skis, snowboards and bicycles are not permitted.
Cab companies Waterloo Taxi City Cabs United Taxi Golden Triangle Taxi
519-886-1200 (accepts WatCard) 519-747-7777 519-888-9999 519-740-2222
yellow bike program The Yellow Bike Program provides Waterloo students and staff the freedom to commute around the city on one of the many bicycles. The YBP represents the university’s commitment to the environment and to the transportation needs of students.
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If you have any questions about the Yellow Bike Program, contact the Turnkey Desk at 519-888-4434. Not sure about a group on campus? Then ask the Federation of Students, Vice President Internal, or the Graduate Students Association. All clubs and groups recognized by the Federation of Students and Waterloo (refer to list of clubs in this book) follow guidelines and rules that ensure the groups are legitimate and have your best interests in mind. Before you join a group or attend sessions or meetings, ask, “Are you a recognized club within the Federation of Students or the University of Waterloo”.
Valid WatCard holders can sign up for the program at the Turnkey Desk (located on the main floor of the Student Life Centre). WatCard holders fill out a waiver form and pay a one-time $20.00 fee each term. Members can sign out a bike for a 24-hour period. Bikes must be returned within 24 hours. Late returns will result in a one-strike-per-day penalty. Upon obtaining three strikes, the student will not be able to participate in the program, and the fee will not be returned. Students are fully accountable for rented bicycles. The YBP operates in the spring & fall terms (the program will end in the fall once inclement weather commences).
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1. Walk with friends at night or call the Campus Shuttle. Avoid walking alone. 2. Use well-lit and well-travelled sidewalks/streets on and off campus. Do not use shortcuts. 3. Always let someone (a friend, your roommate, your Don) know your whereabouts. 4. Take advantage of on-campus services such as the Campus Shuttle, Help Lines, UW Police Services, Turnkey Desk, etc. 5. Always keep money on your WatCard for a taxi. Carry spare change for a phone call. 6. Don’t go home with someone you have just met. 7. Lock your room/apartment/house doors and windows. 8. Have your vehicle or room key in your hand when approaching your vehicle or residence. 9. Communicate that you are calm, confident, and know where you are going. 10. Park your vehicle or bike under a light.
graphics graphics.uwaterloo.ca From black and white to full colour printing and copying Graphics can make your documents sparkle! On-campus Copy Centres offer a range of finishing services for your documents including simple staple, cerlox or spiral binding and buckram binding of your thesis. Whatever your needs, Graphics will make your documents look professional. Do you have a conference to attend and require poster size output of your research for display? Graphics offers large-format inkjet printing on 3 different stock types. Laminating or foam-core mounting adds a finishing touch. There are 5 convenient locations to serve you. Payment options include cash, debit, Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, flexfield account, and WatCard. where to park
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Only the clubs listed in this book, or on either the Federation of Students or Athletics websites are approved and legitimate clubs. All approved and recognized clubs must follow strict guidelines for recruiting club members and are not allowed to solicit membership by approaching you on campus. If you are approached on campus by a club do not give them your personal information. Double check the Federation of Students website to be sure the club is legitimate. If you are approached by a non-Federation of Students club please contact the campus police or your residence Don (who will contact the campus police). The campus police will ask the recruiters to leave the campus.
recognized federation of students clubs clubsandsocieties.feds.ca For further information regarding the Federation of Students clubs, you are encouraged to contact the Clubs Director or Vice President Internal at the Federation of Students.
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Dave McDougall Clubs and Services Director Federation of Students Student Life Centre, Room 2125 fedclubs@feds.uwaterloo.ca 519-888-4567, ext. 33909
Aboriginal Students’ Association African Students’ Association Ahmadiyya Muslim Students’ Association À la Couture Armenian Students’ Association Asian Christian Fellowship Asian F.O.C.U.S. Association of Caribbean Students Bangladeshi Students’ Association Bridge Club Buddha’s Light Community Campus Association of Baha’i Studies Campus Crusade for Cheese Campus For Christ Canadian Asian Students’ Association CFC Youth for Christ Chess Club Chinese Christian Fellowship Chinese Debating Club Chinese Drama Club Chinese Students’ Association Circle K Club Club for Undergraduate Bioengineers Club That Really Likes Anime Debating Society Entrepreneurs Association of the University of Waterloo Engineers Without Borders Falun Gong Club Friends of Lebanon Hindu Students’ Association Iranian Students’ Association Jewish Students’ Association Konnichiwa Japan Korean Christian Fellowship Korean Students’ Association Mandarin Students’ Union Model United Nations Club Muslim Students’ Association Navigators News Xchange N.O.W Orthodox Christian Fellowship Pakistani Students’ Association Photography Club Polish Students’ Association Quiz Bowl Romanian Students’ Association Russian Students’ Association Sai Baba Group Serbian Students’ Association SGI Waterloo Sikh Students’ Association Singaporean & Malaysian Students’ Association
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Smiling Over Sickness South Asian Students’ Association Students for Palastinian Rights Students for Life Tactical Robotics Club Taiwanese Students’ Association UW Best Buddies Ukranian Students’ Klub University Association of New Democrats UW Breakers UW COMPASS Catholic Fellowship UW Conservative Party Campus Association UW Dance Pak UW Dex UW DJ Club UW Equestrian Club UW Euchre Club UW Filipino Association UW Forum for Independent Thought UW Game Development Club UW Gamers Club UW Genocide Action Group UW Go Club UW Hip Hop Club UW International Health Development Association UW Lyricist Lounge UW Music UW Poker Club UW Pre-Law Club UW Pre-Med Club UW Pre-Optometry Club UW Pre-teaching Club UW Rotaract Club UW Rover Crew UW Shaberian Club UW Tutors UW Tzu Chi Buddhist Relief Organization UW Yu-Gi-Oh Club Vietnamese Students’ Association Waterloo Chinese Catholic Community Waterloo Christian Fellowship Waterloo Dimensions Waterloo Ismaili Students’ Association Waterloo Professional Association of Students Waterloo Science Fiction Club Waterloo Space Society Waterloo Tamil Students’ Association Waterloo University Bible Fellowship Waterloo Wargaming Society
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bookstore.uwaterloo.ca The Book Store is the campus store for new textbooks, courseware titles and other course materials. The Book Store also carries bestselling fiction and non-fiction titles, reference materials and magazines. Find 25% off the top 10 weekly bestsellers at the Book Store. How do I find my textbooks? Once you have registered at Waterloo, visit bookstore.uwaterloo.ca with your Quest User ID and password. Follow these steps to find your booklist: 1. Click on Books. 2. Click on My BookLook. 3. To generate a complete list of books for the courses you are registered in, log in with your Quest User ID and password. 4. Select the term and click Search. 5. To create a book list, you can choose to add all books for each course, or customize your list by clicking Add to Cart for specific books. To purchase your books online, click on Check Out, enter your shipping and billing information and click Place Order. To print a book list to bring with you to the Book Store, click Edit Your Cart and then choose Printable Book List at the bottom of the page. Remember to BYOB â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bring Your Own Bag to the Book Store! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re committed to reducing the use of plastic on campus and encourage you to bring your own reusable bag to the Book Store when purchasing your books. Reusable bags are available for purchase if you forget yours. Visit the Book Store website for a listing of our extended hours during the fall term. The Book Store is located in South Campus Hall.
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waterloostore.uwaterloo.ca Proud to be a Waterloo student? Waterloo Store welcomes you to the University of Waterloo. Celebrate the start of your academic career by browsing our selection of crested apparel, souvenirs and giftware items. Students can find a wide variety of hoodies, t-shirts, hats, leather jackets, and Warrior wear at our store. You can also find a selection of giftware items including Waterloo rings, backpacks, key chains, greeting cards, Waterloo mom and dad gifts and much more. Shop for crested apparel and other gift items online at waterloostore. uwaterloo.ca. You can also sign up for the Waterloo Store enews online to receive email notification of our specials, contests and promotions! 61
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Retail Services is a university ancillary department comprised of five retail stores: the Book Store, providing new textbooks and Print On Demand services; the Waterloo Store, with a selection of crested apparel and giftware; Write Stuff, offering course specific products, stationery and art supplies; Campus Tech and E Smart, both carrying cell phones and affordable laptops, desktops and computer accessories. Visit our website for more information on store locations and hours. Retail Services strives to improve environmentally friendly business practices and offer more environmentally friendly product choices. Learn about our green initiatives online at retailservices.uwaterloo.ca/green.
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The Waterloo Store upholds just labour practices and as such, supports the Students Against Sweatshops program. The Waterloo Store is located in South Campus Hall.
Write Stuff
writestuff.uwaterloo.ca Write Stuff has everything you need for a successful term, from stationery to academic supplies such as lab coats, dissection kits and scientific calculators. We even have art supplies! You can also find technology products such as headphones, USB keys, ink cartridges, and computer cables. There is also a selection of environmentally friendly academic supplies made from recycled materials. Find everything you need to polish reports and projects right on campus. Write Stuff is located in South Campus Hall.
Campus Tech
campustech.uwaterloo.ca Get connected at Waterloo with Campus Tech, your one stop technology shop! Campus Tech provides the latest technology products and quality name brand notebooks, desktops, and computer accessories. We are a Rogers Authorized Dealer, and can assist with cell phone purchases.
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It’s important to know that you have the right system to start your academic career. We can show you the products that meet your faculty requirements and that comply with the University of Waterloo’s network environment. We make it affordable for you to own your own system by offering student leasing options and educational discount pricing on hardware and software. Don’t let computer problems interfere with your studies! Our certified in-store technician works under manufacturer warranties, can assist with repairs and troubleshoot your system. Shop online 24/7 at campustech.uwaterloo.ca. Campus Tech is conveniently located on the lower level of the Student Life Centre.
E Smart
esmart.uwaterloo.ca Be smart. Choose E Smart. Stop in to check out the demo models of mobile devices, netbooks, laptops and other cool gadgets. Like Campus Tech, we can show you the products that meet your faculty requirements and comply with the university’s network environment. Have a computer problem? Don’t worry, our certified in-store service technician is here to offer warranty and non-warranty service and support for almost any computer situation. We’ll get you up and running before you know it! E Smart is located in South Campus Hall, right beside the Book Store.
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Police also provide an online reporting process available from the police.uwaterloo.ca website which the campus community can use to advise police of nonemergency concerns. The information may be provided anonymously using this service.
watcard.uwaterloo.ca Located on the lower level of the Student Life Centre Open Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Call ext. 32751
What is a WatCard? It could be considered your key to student life! Its most important feature is that it’s the only valid piece of student identification on campus. Other uses include: » library card » meal card for all Food Services outlets on campus » physical activities
What is flexible money? You can add flexible money to your WatCard whether you are living on or off campus. This money is in addition to your meal plan money and it can be used for any of the following: » library public printing — use flexible money for all Trellis print jobs » Graphics copy centres » photocopiers accept the WatCard; save 33% when using WatCard instead of cash » off-campus locations including Farah Foods, Williams Coffee Pub, Campus Pizza, Waterloo Taxi, Pizza Pizza, East Side Mario’s, Pita Pit, Swiss Chalet, Curry in a Hurry, The Grill, McGinnis Front Row, Sobeys-Columbia, Grab-a-Greek, and Meet Point » on campus locations, Federation Express, Turnkey Desk, Student Health Pharmacy, Apple II Hairstylists, Bombshelter, Vending Machines, Student Accounts Office (for deposits and materials), Central Stores, and Fine Arts » laundry facilities in Village One, Mackenzie King, Wellesley Court, Wilmot Court, Waterloo Court, Woolwich Court,Columbia Lake Village and Beck Hall, VeloCity, REV, Eby Hall » Chemistry Stores — use your flexible money to purchase products in the Chemistry Stores » Nexus Printing — all faculties now accept the WatCard to pay for you to print from your computer account » Book Store, Waterloo Store, Write Stuff, E Smart, and Campus Tech
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UW Police offer a service to register the serial numbers for your valuables (laptop, cell phones, iPod, camera, bicycles) so that they can be easily identified if stolen. This information is kept confidential and is purged after the student leaves the university. You can directly enter your by following the link on the University of Waterloo Police Services website at police.uwaterloo.ca.
Purchase your books and other incidentals for the term using your flexible money: » pay for parking in lot “A”, “C”, “M”, “N”, “UWP”, “W”, and “X” » transcripts — use your flexible money to pay for items such as transcripts at the Registrar’s Office If you are unsure as to how much money to add to your card, visit the WatCard office in the lower level of the Student Life Centre or use their flexible calculator on the web at watcard.uwaterloo.ca. You can also check your balance and your transactions on the WatCard website.
How do you get a WatCard? » Come into the WatCard office on the lower level of the Student Life Centre. » Bring identification with your student number on it (e.g. your acceptance letter) and a valid piece of governmentissued photo identification, e.g. driver’s license or passport. » Your WatCard will be ready in a matter of minutes.
What if you lose your WatCard? 1. Go to a Food Services cashier, Graphics Copy Centre, or the Turnkey Desk, and they will automatically deactivate your WatCard. Visit the WatCard office or website to deactivate your card.
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If your WatCard gets damaged through wear and tear, e.g., the magnetic strip is damaged or cracked, a new WatCard will be issued at no charge when the damaged card is returned to the WatCard Office.
3. If you require a replacement card, one will be issued for a replacement fee of $20.
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What if you run out of money on your WATCARD before the end of term? You can now add flex dollars to your Watcard online at watcard. uwaterloo.ca or come in to the WatCard Office — you can add any amount to your WatCard. Add CASH ONLY at the Food Services and Graphics locations, in increments of $10 or more. You can add flex dollars day or night at the Turnkey Desk in the Student Life Centre — it’s open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can use flex dollars anywhere WatCard is accepted.
4. Be sure to phone the library at extension 36913 and have your library account deactivated as well.
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4 Although going to class is important, there is a whole lot more to student life. One of the best things about Waterloo is the tremendous amount of student involvement. Take an opportunity to volunteer, get a part-time job, join a club or team and stay active in the things that you enjoyed in high school. University can provide you with many opportunities to learn and grow outside of the classroom. » Student Life Centre and Turnkey Desk » Art Galleries and Theatres » Athletics and Campus Recreation » Federation of Students » Graduate Student Association » Orientation Week » Volunteer Opportunities » Part-time Employment Opportunities » Undergraduate Student Societies » Graduate Student Societies » Imprint » WPIRG » Single and Sexy » Drama Department » FASS Theatre Company » Warrior Weekends » Music Department » One Waterloo » Homecoming
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student life centre and turnkey desk studentservices.uwaterloo.ca/slc Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year SLC Manager Ann Simpson, SLC 1113A, ext. 33425, asimpson@uwaterloo.ca SLC Assistant Manager, Scott Pearson, SLC 1112A, ext. 37308, spearson@uwaterloo.ca Call Turnkey Desk 519-888-4434, or ext. 84434 Pull up a couch in what is often called the “living room” of the University — the Student Life Centre. It’s the best place to hang out between classes, read the paper, get the latest news about clubs and events, or grab a bite to eat. It’s also a great place to study, watch a free movie, play a video game, get a hair cut, do some banking, or drop in at the pub.
What’s a Turnkey? A turnkey is someone who knows just about everything there is to know about what’s going on around campus and in the community. Turnkeys also keep the Student Life Centre information boards up to date with the latest information on what’s for sale, apartments for rent, and even what concerts are coming to campus. Wondering when the last bus leaves? Need a ride to Toronto or a passenger to share the costs? Want to sell a guitar or buy a motorcycle? Just scan these boards — you’ll find what you’re looking for.
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In the Student Life Centre you’ll find: » Apple II Hairstyling Salon » Fed Xpress » Bank and banking machines » Bike centre/Yellow Bike Program » Brubakers (UW Food Services eatery) » Campus Dentist » Health & Dental Plan office » Campus Pharmacy » Campus Tech » Clubs offices » Federation of Students office » Feds Used Books » Imprint office » LifeTouch Photography Studio » Massage therapy » Multi-Faith prayer rooms » Off-Campus Dons office
Services they provide: » Student and faculty telephone directories, as well as out-of-town telephone directories » Beverages, food, and snacks » Fair trade & organic coffee and an assortment of teas » Large-screen TV for your viewing request in the Great Hall » An extensive record and CD collection for your listening requests on the Great Hall sound system » First aid » Free phone » Lost and found service » Maps of Kitchener/Waterloo and the region » An information rack with current community and University events » General information on special events and almost anything else of interest to the University community » Information and schedules for Grand River Transit (GRT), Greyhound Coach Canada and Via rail services » Greyhound, Coach Canada, and Grand River Transit (GRT) bus tickets » Galaxy/Cineplex Odeon/Famous Player tickets » Princess Cinema tickets » Taxi phone
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Waterloo art galleries and theatres There are several art galleries on campus, including the UW Art Gallery (ML and ECH), the Fine Arts Studio Gallery (Room 1207, ECH), and the Needles Hall Gallery (Room 3051, NH). The UW Art Gallery proper — which cares for and maintains the University’s permanent collection of contemporary Canadian art — is comprised of two gallery spaces on campus, one in the ML building, and one in ECH. The ML gallery programs exhibitions of the permanent collection, as well as displays by departments across campus. In recent years, the ML gallery has hosted exhibitions by the School of Architecture, Drama, English, and Germanic and Slavic Studies. The ML Gallery is open during Theatre for the Arts hours, as well as special exhibition hours. Please see the gallery website for specifics: artgallery.uwaterloo.ca. The ECH gallery has two gallery spaces within its facility. In this venue, a renovated factory, the UW Art Gallery produces regional and national exhibitions of contemporary Canadian art. The gallery produces exhibitions for tour to other cultural institutions and produces catalogues to accompany many productions. The ECH gallery is open September through June, Tues/Wed/Fri 12 - 4 pm; Thurs 12 - 7 pm; and Sat 1 - 4 pm. Admission is always free! Students are invited to participate in all of the Gallery’s programs as visitors, artists, volunteers and board members. Entertainment is available on campus throughout the fall and winter terms in Waterloo’s two attractive theatres. The UW Theatre Centre (UWTC) operates the Humanities Theatre in Hagey Hall while the Drama Department operates the Theatre of Arts in the Modern Languages Building. UWTC also operates the box office for all on-campus theatres. In co-operation with the Federation of Students and other on-campus organizations, the centre presents many university-based theatrical and entertaining events. The UWTC box office is open Monday to Friday, from noon to 5 pm. The phone number is 519-888-4908. VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, debit and cash are accepted for most events. Many shows have special discount prices for students.
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athletics and campus recreation gowarriorsgo.ca Contact Bob Copeland at ext. 33663 Welcome to Athletics and Campus Recreation at Waterloo! Whether you’re an avid participator, strong competitor, or a quiet observer, we have something for you.
Varsity Athletics Whether you’re interested in playing or watching, Waterloo’s 32 varsity teams may interest you:
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Field Hockey
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Figure Skating
Golf
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Ice Hockey
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Nordic Skiing
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Rugby
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Squash
Rugby
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If you’re interested in playing for a varsity team come to the meeting/practice or contact the appropriate coach. Visit our website to find out about meeting times and contact information for varsity team walk-on try-outs.
Campus Recreation If you’re interested in keeping fit, learning a new sport, or playing on an intramural team with friends, Campus Recreation (CR) is for you. Be sure to check out the Campus Recreation webpage at gowarriorsgo.ca for complete listings of our offerings.
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Warr-i-ors! Warr-i-ors! This is the chant you will be quite familiar with over the next several years. The Warriors is the nickname for all of the 32 varsity sports teams here at Waterloo. How do you support the WARRIORS?
» We have over 550 student-athletes that compete in 32 varsity sports. Think you are good enough to make a team? Each year Athletics puts out a “Walk-On Schedule” outlining practice schedules where all students can try out for their favourite sport. You can find the walk-on schedule in the Athletics Department or online. » Join the thousands of students and fans that cheer on the Warriors. As a registered Waterloo student, you get in to ALL games for FREE! For home football, basketball, volleyball, and hockey games, all you have to do is show your WatCard. Pick up a copy of the varsity schedule in the Athletic Department. Don’t miss some of the best action in Canadian Interuniversity Sport. Join the Warrior Cheerleaders, Warrior Band, and the “We Are Warriors” fan club as the Warriors kick off another great season. » Do you want to be a part of the Warriors team but not as a studentathlete? There are a number of opportunities to get involved with the Warriors including managerial positions, score and time keepers, goal judges, announcers, music coordinators and game day staff. Call ext. 35694 and ask how you can get involved.
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VARSITY ATHLETICS
On the Campus Rec webpage, you’ll find all the courses, activities, and clubs available to you as a student at the University of Waterloo. Registration for our Campus Rec programs occur in the first two weeks of classes. Intramural Registration — first week of classes, Instructional Registration — second week of classes. Campus Rec also hosts an Open House each fall term, and this is your chance to find out everything about what Campus Recreation has to offer. At the start of each term, Campus Recreation also offers Try It! sessions which allows you to try our programs before you have to register for them. Offerings include (some may vary based on term): Aquatics — aquafitness, canoe and kayak clinics, SCUBA, swimming lessons, training swims, lifeguarding certifications Clubs — archery, badminton, ballroom dance, band, broomball, canoe polo, curling, cricket, cycling, dragon boat, fencing, judo, juggling, karate, kendo, lifeguard, outers, parkour, running, swing & tango, Tae Kwon Do, tennis, table tennis, ultimate, We Are Warriors. and yoga Fitness — we offer many different types of fitness classes including Body Blast, Indoor Cycling, On the Ball, Running, Stretch Athletic Training, TKO and Step; we also offer a variety of fitness leadership programs Intramural leagues — ball hockey, basketball, dodgeball, flag football, ice hockey, slo-pitch, squash, indoor/outdoor soccer, beach volleyball, indoor volleyball, and ultimate frisbee
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Instructional Programs — bike maintenance, bouldering clinics, first aid/cpr, golf, hockey skills and drills, skating (learn to skate, figure skating, power skating), dance (social, hip hop, highland, salsa, and belly dance) tai chi, tennis, yoga and pilates Jobs — instructors, league staff, referees Racquets — squash, tennis Tournaments — 3-on-3 basketball, dodgeball, flag football, slo-pitch, squash, road hockey, ultimate frisbee, and volleyball. Free Stuff — borrow sports equipment, use our fitness facilities, swim, go skating, play squash, all for free!
federation of students (Feds) feds.ca Come meet your Feds! Remember that they work for you!
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The main focus of our intramural leagues is to provide an opportunity for all skill levels in a safe and competitive environment. With over 14 intramural leagues offered throughout the year, there is sure to be a league that you will want to get involved in. All of our leagues are co-ed and participants can sign up as a team or as an individual.
Campus Recreation has 25 exciting sport clubs for you to get involved with. Each sport club offers a wide variety of activities and events. You can join as many sport clubs as you like, attending as a beginner, never having done the activity, or as an expert in the activity, perhaps taking on a leadership role, teaching others while practicing and honing in on your own skills. The great thing about the sport clubs is you can join any time throughout the term. You will learn from certified instructors and other participants and there is ample opportunity for you to practice.
Fitness and conditioning We offer over 17 different types of fitness classes depending on the term. Campus Rec provides all participants with any fitness levels the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of fitness activities such as weight training classes, conditioning programs and personal trainers. Aquatics Make a splash! Campus Rec offers an aquatic program for every skill, interest and comfort level. We offer basic Learn to Swim classes, training swims, scuba courses and even aquatics leadership courses such as Bronze Cross and NLS, just to name a few.
Do we have a job for you! Campus Rec is the largest student employer on campus, hiring upwards of 300 positions each term! All of our programs are run by students such as instructors, lifeguards, referees or league conveners. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have experience? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry about it, we offer training and mentoring for anyone with the right attitude and commitment to our programs. Application deadlines for positions take place in the first and second week of classes. REGISTRATION DATES Intramural Leagues: First week of classes Programs: Second week of classes
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President Brad Moggach ext. 32478, pres@feds.uwaterloo.ca Brad is the Chief Executive Officer of your corporation, the Federation of Students. Brad is the primary student voice on campus and as such attends many committee meetings to ensure students are being heard and understood. Brad is also a member of student council. He works with several different individuals to ensure a safe, academicallychallenging and fun campus for all students.
Vice President, Education Nick Soave ext. 32340, vped@feds.uwaterloo.ca Nick has the challenging task of working with people and organizations both internal and external to the University to keep post-secondary education financially accessible and ensuring it remains of high quality. He also ensures that students’ views are communicated to Co-operative Education & Career Services. In addition to his other responsibilities, Nick serves as an advisory and administrative officer for all academic, co-op, and external matters in which the Feds participate. He also works through the Academic Rights Advisors to help students who are undertaking academic appeals and petitions.
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Nick also works with Co-op Student Services, which is overseen by two service co-ordinators, and administered by the Federation of Students, to provide resources to those students enrolled in a co-op program. Co-op Student Services organizes social events in cities where students are on work-terms and publishes a handbook for first-year co-op students which looks at co-op from a student’s perspective. In conjunction with the Co-op department, Co-op Student Services also distributes work-term employment summaries, which students can consult before they apply for jobs each term.
Vice President, Internal Nikki Best ext. 33780, vpin@feds.uwaterloo.ca Nikki educates the university on non-academic issues. On a daily basis, she deals with student concerns and works with service groups, such as Health Services and Counselling Services. As part of her job, Nikki acts as liaison between the Feds and numerous community groups. She also has the pleasure of working with all of the student groups on campus — societies, residence councils, and university colleges. She promotes the activities of the Federation of Students and its commissions and services to the University
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Nikki also co-ordinates volunteers at the beginning of each term. Want to volunteer at the Food Bank? Interested in keeping tuition low? Come into the Feds Office, or look on the bulletin boards around campus to check out the Feds opportunities.
Co-op Student Services: Do you need advice on the co-op process? People here can help you by providing ranking day relief in the Tatham Centre. We also publish a First-Year Co-op Handbook. International Student Connection: This service promotes student interaction by organizing an array of events and trips. Events include things such as bi-weekly country presentation, international movie nights and trips to Niagara Falls and the Montreal Jazz festival. Office located in Room 3017 of the SLC. Visit businessesandservices.feds.ca/css or email csss@feds.ca. Campus Response Team: This is a student volunteer team of emergency responders that provide first aid coverage to campus events. Located in Room 2141 of the SLC. Website: www.crt.feds.ca; Email: crtcoordinator@gmail.com. Food Bank: Hungry? Strapped for cash? Need food now? Don’t go hungry. Come to the student-run Food Bank. It’s completely confidential — no questions asked. Visit foodbank.feds.ca, or email foodband@feds.ca. GLOW — The Queer and Questioning Community Centre: A peer-support service that strives to meet the needs of students who self-identify as queer. "Queer" can refer to but is not limited to: asexual, bisexual, gay, lesbian, pansexual, and trans people. GLOW also supports those who do not identify with these labels, those questioning their identity, as well as non-queer, supportive allies. We provide confidential peer-support, offer queerfriendly social events, provide access to a resource library, and run awareness campaigns! Visit us in the Student Life Centre, room 2101. Visit knowyourglow.ca, or email glow@feds.uwaterloo.ca. Student Refugee Program: This is a program that is designed to help refugee students resettle in Canada and pursue their studies in an environment free of violence and fear. Visit us in SLC 3107, or call ext. 33787. Off-Campus Dons: Living off campus in first year? Off Campus Dons are here to help! We offer a knowledgeable upper-year student to be your Don. Dons provide great opportunities to get involved, fun events, and a comfortable space to hang out and socialize between classes. We provide you with a great start to your time here at Waterloo! Come up to our office to check us out. Room 2142 in the SLC. Website: ocd.feds.ca; Email: ocd.waterloo@gmail.com. University of Waterloo Sustainability Project: If you are interested in environmental issues, planning events and helping to green the Waterloo campus and community, why not join one of our working groups or special committees? Whether you are interested in natural landscaping, waste management, sustainable foods or sustainable transportation, chances are you will find a working group that interests you. New ideas for projects are always welcome! To learn more about our large variety of volunteer opportunities or campus sustainability in general please visit our website or email us. Website: uwsp.feds.ca; Email: uwsp@feds.ca. Women’s Centre: The Women’s Centre provides women-focused resources and social support for individuals of all gender identities. Services include peer support, a library, community referrals, and advocacy for women’s issues on campus. Volunteers organize women-friendly social events, educational workshops and awareness campaigns. Stop 73
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by the office to access our services or to contribute to a women-positive community on campus! Website: women.feds.ca; Email: uwwomenscentre@gmail.com.
Vice President, Administration and Finance Sarah Cook ext. 33880, vpaf@feds.uwaterloo.ca Sarah’s main jobs are to co-ordinate and oversee all financial and administrative aspects of the Feds, including the six businesses that you own and operate through your membership in the Feds, the U-pass, Health and Dental plan, and the Feds Bus. In addition to your businesses, Sarah is responsible for support services — services that help our university function on a technological, monetary, and promotional level — such as IT, Accounting, Marketing, and the General Office. She creates the budget at the beginning of the fiscal year for these businesses and services and prepares updates for each following month. Sarah also oversees special events and programming in conjunction with full-time employees. Finally, the VPAF, as the Chief Financial Officer of Feds, is responsible for human resources, including the supervision of full-time staff, and to provide support to student groups who need help with financial issues.
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Your businesses include: Bombshelter Pub: A place where you’ll always find a friendly face. The Bomber’s neighbourhood pub atmosphere has seen a steady flow of faithful patrons every Wednesday and Saturday night for over 30 years. Check out Bomber’s new menu which includes many international and vegetarian dishes, as well as the old favourites! For all the details on the Bombshelter and upcoming events visit bomber.ca. Federation Hall: Fed Hall is the largest student-owned bar in North America. It’s also rated the best venue in the area to see live shows. Book your next formal or club night at Fed Hall and find out more about their great catering option. Wasabi: For the food connoisseurs on campus, Wasabi! makes sushi, sashimi and maki rolls fresh, while you wait. Located in the SLC, entrance near MC, it serves up the tasty delicacy year-round. Curry Up!: Feds now serves authentic Indian cuisine in the SLC. Visit Curry Up and try our great Indian cuisine options including favourites like butter chicken, samosas and many halal and vegetarian options. Located next to Wasabi! in the SLC entrance near MC.
Stop by the Grad House to meet your GSA Executive! Grad students, also look at the Feds clubs, page 60. You are welcome to join or volunteer for any of them.
Feds Used Books: You’ll find the best deals in textbooks at Feds Used Books. There are thousands of books for all kinds of courses and you’ll save at least 20% off the cost of new textbooks. Books are shelved alphabetically by author. We have a no-refund policy, so make sure that the ISBN number and or edition/author of your book matches the one that you need for the course. To find which books you need, search using the UW BookLook service (click BookLook in bookstore.uwaterloo.ca). For more detailed info on buying or selling books go to: businessesandservices.feds.ca/ feds_used_books.
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The Graduate Student Association (GSA) presents and promotes the common interests of graduate students to the University, the Government and the community at large. The executive are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of University of Waterloo graduate students by providing academic and political representation, services, and social activities. Graduate students are elected to the GSA Executive positions for a one-year term starting in May. The offices of the GSA are located in the original Schweitzer farm house, located on South Campus and now known as the Graduate House.
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VP External The Vice-President External is the representative of graduate students in dealing with government, media, and all external organizations to the GSA other than the University, and is in charge of press releases of the GSA. The VPEX also chairs the GSA's External Affairs and Audit committees, and sits on the Student Life Centre Management Board and the Graduate Student Endowment Fund's Board of Directors.
VP Internal The Vice-President Internal oversees the income and spending of the GSA and the Grad House and administers the health and dental plans. The VPIN is also responsible for preparing the annual budget for the GSA. Additionally, the VPIN chairs the GSA Council and the Policy & Bylaw Review Committee.
VP Communications and Events The Vice-President Communications and Events helps plan and execute social events as chair of the Activities Committee. As well, the VPCE is responsible for sending out regular emails to all graduate students via the GSA E-news. Additionally, the VPCE oversees GSA elections and may be requested to help run departmental elections.
VP Student Advocacy The Vice-President Student Advocacy is responsible for remaining actively aware of issues of student concern in areas such as student services, funding, health and safety. The VPSA also attends the GSA's International Graduate Student Issues Committee, the Gender & Family Issues Committee, and the Funding committee, and chairs at least one of these. Additionally, the VPSA sits on UW's Student Services Advisory and Graduate Student Support Advisory committees. 75
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Federation Xpress: As your on-campus convenience store, Federation Xpress will offer a wide variety of products including grab-and-go items, grocery products, snack foods, hot and cold beverages, ice cream, stamps, phone cards, Fed bus tickets and much more. Located in the Student Life Centre across from Tim Hortons. Visit federationxpress.feds.ca for full product listings.
Stop by the Grad House and say hello! Please visit our website or read the “e-news” mailed to you for the most up-to-date information on social events and services provided by the GSA, including Legal Aid and Income Tax Aid. Grad students can also join Feds clubs — see page 60.
The Grad House The Grad House is a club operated by the GSA — a warm and welcoming place for meetings, parties, and professional events. Our members enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner served from the kitchen. The Upper Lounge is quiet and perfect for study sessions. Evenings at the Grad House often include live music, special GSA events, or TV on the big screen. We’re proud to serve Ontario craft brews, local farm fresh products and fairly-traded coffees & teas. In the summer months you can enjoy the sun on our outdoor patio.
Part-time employment The Grad House hires part-time staff throughout the year. Typical duties include the positions of cashier, bartender, prep, and short order cook. We prefer to hire graduate students; to apply, come to the Grad House to fill out an application.
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Our Principles of Orientation Respect Communication Collaboration Balance and moderation Accountability Acceptance
Orientation Week for undergraduate students at the University of Waterloo is run by the Federation Orientation Committee (FOC). At Waterloo, we pride ourselves on running a welcoming, balanced, and current Orientation experience. We try to make our programming as diverse as possible to appeal to a wide range of interests. Waterloo has worked hard to train and equip our leaders to be informed and prepared to provide an exciting week for you. We do this to create a comfortable atmosphere in which you will not feel pressured to do something you do not want to do. All of our 1,000+ Orientation Leaders attend four comprehensive training sessions to ensure that we provide the safest week possible and to ensure that every first-year student has a positive Orientation experience.
Becoming an orientation leader orientation.uwaterloo.ca/volunteers Want to become an Orientation Leader next year? Be sure to watch in your Residence, College, and Faculty for posters calling for Orientation Leaders. Most recruitment happens in the late fall and early winter terms.
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» Take four two-hour training sessions. Dates and times can be found on the Orientation Leader website orientation.uwaterloo.ca/leaders. » Be enrolled full-time at the University of Waterloo (or on a co-op work term) in the fall term of the Orientation in which you are participating and must be a member of the committee you represent. » Commit to abide by the principles and guidelines of Orientation.
» Meet a list of criteria established and revised from time to time by the Federation Orientation Committee. » Have fun!
Graduate students The GSA hosts welcoming activities for entering graduate students each term. In the fall term we hold a full week of orientation activities; in winter and spring, look for social events at the Grad House and the GSA booth at University-wide orientation. The program is designed to not only introduce the students to the academic and student services available to help them in their graduate studies, but also to introduce the students to their fellow graduate students and the Waterloo community. If you are interested in helping to plan the welcoming activities at the start of the next semester please contact the VP – Communications and Events.
volunteer opportunities There are tons of places to get involved on campus! If you’re interested in volunteering some of your time, here are a few of the places on campus you should contact.
Feds (Student Life Centre) There are many opportunities for you to get involved in. Examples of positions include » Co-op Service Advisory group member » IST (Office Computer) support » Waterloo Team Feds Street Team » Focus group participants » Food Bank volunteer » Special events volunteer, e.g. Canada Day
Office for Persons with Disabilities (Needles Hall) Volunteering can include peer support groups, library assistance, note-taking, classroom assistance, assisting students to/from class, assisting students with typing, computer work etc., general office support, reading text to tape, and Recreation Pals.
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Office of Alumni Affairs (SCH) alumni.uwaterloo.ca The Office of Alumni Affairs provides services, benefits and events to help alumni stay connected to Waterloo. To ensure that our events are successful we often need the help of current Waterloo students! Events: You can volunteer at on-campus events such as Homecoming and Fantastic Alumni Day or, while on co-op terms, at events in your city. Pounce: Waterloo’s alumni mascot is a lovable lion named Pounce. We always need enthusiastic student volunteers to assist with and escort Pounce at special events. If you are interested in volunteering, visit our website for upcoming events and email alumni@alumni.uwaterloo.ca.
International Student Office (Needles Hall) The ENGLISH TUTOR program is a service for international students who wish to be paired up with a native speaker of English in order to improve their language skills. The primary focus is conversational skills but sessions can also include help with pronunciation, grammar, reading and writing. Volunteering requires a one-term commitment for 2-3 hours per week. For more information contact the English Tutor Program Coordinator, at etp@uwaterloo.ca.
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The SHADOW Program pairs an international student with a Waterloo student volunteer who is familiar with the campus and surrounding area. SHADOWs help international students become more familiar with a new culture and a new academic and social setting. As a SHADOW you can help an international student through the transitional period during the first few weeks at the university and offer your friendship throughout the semester by maintaining regular contact. For more information contact the SHADOW Program Coordinator, shadprg@uwaterloo.ca. In the GLOBAL REPRESENTATIVE Program, Global Representatives assist students from their home region who have been accepted to study at the university. For more information contact the Global Representative Program Co-ordinator at iso@uwaterloo.ca.
Career Services 1. Career Services offers two types of volunteer positions: » Student Career Assistants (SCAs) are trained to help co-op and regular students develop an effective résumé and cover letter » Student Marketing Assistants (SMAs) assist Career Advisors in promoting Career Services resources and services to all students on campus 2. Be sure to also check out the Volunteer/Internship Fair held each fall and winter in the SLC.
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Health Services HEALTH EDUCATOR — ordering pamphlets, preparing health information packages, assisting with residence campaigns and seminars, updating display boards and volunteering at immunization clinics
Individual faculties often need volunteers to help at special events like Campus Day or Student Life 101. Ask your academic advisor for contact information.
Student Life Office If you enjoy writing, web design or just contributing to Student Life, volunteer for the Student Life Office. Become involved in the creation of the Student Life 101 eZine, or co-ordinate a project such as Warrior Weekends or Student Life 101. There are numerous opportunities. For further information contact studentlife@uwaterloo.ca.
part-time employment opportunities There are many on-campus part-time positions. Let your skills and interests guide you and contact any of the following to find out about specific positions. Departments usually hire at the beginning of each term, so start looking early. You should keep your eyes open for postings in the Imprint. » Athletics and Recreation: Co-ordinators, instructors, lifeguards, referees. Look in your Campus Recreation guidebook for information on how to apply. » Career Services: They receive lots of on- and off-campus requests for part-time help. Go to careerservices.uwaterloo.ca, click on “Jobs,” then “Summer/Part time.” Watch for the Waterloo Part-time Job Fair in the fall for more details about on-campus jobs. » Federation of Students: The Feds employ over 200 students in your 6 businesses in positions such as Bar Staff, Wait Staff, Banquet Staff, Graphic Design, Promotions and much more. Pick up applications at the Feds Front Desk in the Feds Office, SLC or visit feds.uwaterloo.ca for all the current openings. » Housing and Residences: Residence Tour Guides, Residence Computer Consultants, Front Desk Assistants » Graphics » Imprint: Review local acts, cover sporting events, break the news. Come check out the best place to volunteer on campus! » Library » Office of Development » Plant Operations: grounds work, clean-up » Retail Services: Cashier and floor staff positions are available at the Book Store, Waterloo Store, Write Stuff and Campus Tech. » Theatre Centre: Employs Ushers, Box Office personnel and Technicians on a call basis to assist with their many bookings from September to the end of June. Training is provided. » Turnkey Desk » UW Food Services: cashiers, servers » Visitors' Centre: They have part-time positions available as Student Ambassadors. 79
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undergraduate student societies Each faculty and many departments have their own student societies. The societies are student-run and are in place to plan social events and guest speakers, set up exam banks and essentially to enhance student life within your area of study. Accounting Students’ Association www.asa.uwaterloo.ca Applied Health Studies (AHSUM) www.ahsum.uwaterloo.ca Arts Student Union (ASU) www.asu.uwaterloo.ca Engineering Society (EngSoc) www.engsoc.uwaterloo.ca Environmental Studies Society (ESS) envblogs.uwaterloo.ca/blogs/ess Math Society (MathSoc) www.mathsoc.uwaterloo.ca Independent Studies Society www.is.uwaterloo.ca/soc Science Society (SciSoc) www.scisoc.uwaterloo.ca Conrad Grebel Student Union
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Renison Academic Student Council www.renison.uwaterloo.ca/about/governance St. Jerome’s Student Union www.sju.ca/current/union.html St. Paul’s Student Union School of Optometry www.optometry.uwaterloo.ca Village Residence Council www.housing.uwaterloo.ca/rescouncil Waterloo Architecture Students' Association www.architecture.uwaterloo.ca/people/WASA.html
graduate student societies Department Graduate Student Associations represent graduate students at the GSA Council and on department committees. All departmental Graduate Student Associations recognized by the GSA are eligible to request funding from the GSA to assist with the organization of departmental graduate student events. gsa.uwaterloo.ca/governance/ departmental
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Imprint Located in the Student Life Centre, Room 1116 Open Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Contact editor: 519-888-4048, or email: editor@imprint.uwaterloo.ca
Student volunteers are needed to research and write articles; do reviews on everything from books, movies, live theatre and concerts to fashion and exhibits; take photographs; design pages and advertisements; or help proofread. No experience necessary. Just come prepared to learn, meet new people, and have lots of fun.
WPIRG wpirg.org Located in the Student Life Centre, Room 2139 Call 519-888-4882, or email info@wpirg.org WPIRG (short for the Waterloo Public Interest Research Group) is a social justice, environmental and leadership action centre that is funded and directed by University of Waterloo students. Our mandate is to provide resources and knowledge to empower students and community members to take action on important public interest issues. There are many ways to get involved, whether you want to volunteer with one of our action groups like Amnesty International, Fair-Trade Action Group or Students Against Sweatshops, help plan one of our projects like Car-Free Day or our Human Rights Conference, come out to see speakers like David Suzuki, Stephen Lewis or Ralph Nader, attend a leadership skills-building workshop or borrow materials from our resource library. Our office is located in the Student Life Centre, room 2139 (right above the Brubakers cafeteria). We welcome you to stop by any time during our office hours of 10 am - 4 pm, Monday to Friday. You can also get in touch by phone or email: 519-888-4882 or info@wpirg.org.
single and sexy “Single and Sexy” is a play that follows a group of frosh dealing with the experience of living away from home for the first time. Many of the issues explored in the one-hour play are preceded by the word “sexual”: harassment, orientation, attitudes, assault. The play also deals with relationships of all kinds and with issues that can be part of first year — from studying with a learning disability to dealing with an alcohol problem. This play is written collectively by students and currently reflects the pulse of our campus. The object is to raise awareness about these issues and to point the way to resources and programs, both on and off campus, which might help students with dealing with problems. Single and Sexy is an effective alternative to the lecture which students often tune out. You’ll have a chance to attend this extremely entertaining show with your faculty during Orientation Week at Waterloo. If you really enjoy the production and are interested in getting involved, contact Sandra Gibson at ext. 36358. Auditions are held in April of each year, and students from all faculties are invited to audition. 81
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drama department Are you an aspiring thespian? Or maybe you enjoy studying theatre from the perspective of an audience member? Either way, the University of Waterloo has a very active and accomplished Drama Department. For a listing of the productions planned for the 2010-2011 season, as well as information about the department, its programs and activities, visit drama.uwaterloo.ca. For tickets contact the Humanities Theatre Box Office in Hagey Hall 161 or call ext. 84908. All students are encouraged to audition for the productions.
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The FASS Theatre Company is serious about having fun! FASS stands for Faculty, Alumni, Staff and Students. We’ve been entertaining Waterloo with variety and musical comedy since 1962, making us Waterloo’s longest-operating amateur theatre group. We welcome anyone and everyone — No Experience Necessary — to be part of the show. It’s a great way to meet new people. Most of the fun occurs in January when over 100 cast and crew rehearse and prepare the show just in time for February. Currently we are writing the script and invite people to give their input. To learn more, come meet us at our Fall Organizational meeting or visit our website at fass.uwaterloo.ca.
warrior weekends warriorweekends.uwaterloo.ca Warrior Weekends provides exciting and entertaining activities on Friday and Saturday evenings at Waterloo. The cost is free and there is always something there for everyone! Past and future events include free movies and food, crafts and lots of prizes. Warrior Weekends is a collaborative effort between the Student Life Office, the Federation of Students, the Department of Residence Life, the Department of Athletics, and many other clubs and services on campus. If you are interested in becoming involved at Waterloo, Warrior Weekends is always recruiting energetic, creative, and organized individuals to help plan weekend events. If you are looking to gain experience in marketing, working with committees, or planning events, then visit the Warrior Weekends website, warriorweekends.uwaterloo.ca or contact the Student Life Office, studentlife@uwaterloo.ca.
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orchestra@uwaterloo Do you play an instrument? Come check out orchestra@uwaterloo, an orchestra made up of Waterloo students, staff, faculty and alumni. Whatever your area of study, if you love classical music and have had experience in a high school orchestra or band, or have private music training, you are welcome to come and play in our open rehearsal at the start of each term. Membership in the orchestra is decided after that based on short auditions. We rehearse weekly, and perform a concert at the end of each term. Exceptional players are encouraged to enter our Concerto and Aria Competitions. If you don’t play an instrument, but want to listen to live classical music, free, on campus, check out our concert schedule. For more information, visit orchestra.uwaterloo.ca.
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Is music an important part of your life? There are many ways for you to participate in music during your time at the University of Waterloo. The Music Department at Conrad Grebel University College has five ensembles — University Choir, Chamber Choir, Chapel Choir, Stage Band, and Instrumental Chamber Ensembles. Open to music and non-music majors by audition, you can participate in these ensembles for credit or just for fun. You might also take a music class as an elective — there are many from which to choose — or attend one of our free Noon Hour concerts. For more information on how to get involved in the Department of Music, visit our website: grebel.uwaterloo.ca/music.
one waterloo “The One Waterloo Campaign envisions a campus in which our differences are not just identified, but celebrated.” The One Waterloo Campaign runs throughout the year offering events and programming to all members of the Waterloo community. Recent events include: Coming Out Week, Black History Month, and International Celebrations Week — which includes our annual Cultural Caravan, and our premier Fusion Fashion Show (videos of our events can be found on our website). For more information on the campaign or to find out ways to involved go to onewaterloo.uwaterloo.ca.
mark your calendar homecoming 2010: Saturday, September 25 Homecoming is the only annual university event that invites students, alumni and other members of the university community to celebrate their Waterloo pride! Held at the end of September, a sample of recurring events include: Warrior Weekends, AHS 5km Fun Run, Warrior Football, open houses and alumni reunions. Whether you attend events or volunteer, Homecoming is a great opportunity to get involved and meet new friends. homecoming.uwaterloo.ca
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important dates September 2010 5, 6 Residence Move-in (first-year students) 6 Labour Day — University Holiday 6-11 Orientation Week 13 Lectures Begin 17 Last day to add a Distance Education course 24 Last day to add an on-campus course 24, 25 Warrior Weekends 25 Homecoming 30 Last day to pay fees for fall October 2010 1 Deadline to drop or withdraw from courses with 100% tuition refund 11 Thanksgiving Day — University Holiday 22, 23 Warrior Weekends 29 Deadline to drop or withdraw from courses with 50% tuition refund November 2010 12, 13 Warrior Weekends 26, 27 Warrior Weekends
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Undergraduate CalendAr For a complete listing of the university’s Undergraduate Calendar visit ugradcalendar.uwaterloo.ca.
December 2010 6 Lectures End — fall term 9 Examinations Begin — fall term 10, 11 Distance Education Examination Days 17 Fees Due Date — Cheque/Money Order/Fee Arrangement — for winter term 18 Start of Late fees — Cheque/Bank Payments/Fee arrangement — winter term 22 Examinations ends 23 *Residence Closes 29 Fees Due Date — Bank Payments — winter term 30 Late Fees Begin — Bank Payments — for winter term January 2011 1-3 University Holiday 3 Winter Co-operative Work Term begins 4 Lectures Begin 10 DE ends open enrolment 17 On campus open enrolment ends 21, 22 Warrior Weekends 24 Deadline to drop or withdraw from courses with 100% tuition refund 31 Last day to pay fees for winter term
February 2011 11, 12 Warrior Weekends 21 Family Day 21-25 Reading Week — All Faculties 21 Deadline to drop or withdraw from courses with 50 % tuition refund March 2011 11, 12 Warrior Weekends 25, 26 Warrior Weekends April 2011 5 Lectures End — winter term 8 Examinations Begin — winter term 8,9 Distance education examination days 21 Examinations end 22 Residence closes 22 Good Friday — University Holiday 25 Fees due date — Cheque/Money order/Fee arrangement — for spring term 26 Start of Late Fees — Cheque/ Money Order/ Fee Arrangement — for spring term 28 Fees Due date — bank payments — for spring term 29 Late fees being — bank payments — for spring term May 2011 2 Spring Co-operative Work term begins 2 Lectures Begin — spring term 6 DE ends open enrolment 13 On-campus open enrolment ends 20 Deadline to drop or withdraw from courses with 100% tuition refund 23 Victoria Day — University Holiday 27, 28 Warrior Weekends 31 Last day to pay fees for spring term June 2011 17 Deadline to drop or withdraw from courses with 50% tuition refund 24, 25 Warrior Weekends July 2011 1 Canada Day — University Holiday 15, 16 Warrior Weekends 26 Lectures End — spring term August 2011 1 Civic Holiday — University Holiday 2 Examinations Begin — spring term 5, 6 Distance Education Examination Days 13 Examinations end — spring term 14 Residence Closes
* UW residences are not open during the break, between terms or prior to the official move in date, you may have to make other accommodation at those time.
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websites of interest www.athletics.uwaterloo.ca
Athletics
www.ist.uwaterloo.ca/istweb/ studentinfo.html
Computing on Campus
www.coop.uwaterloo.ca
Co-operative Education
www.careerservices.uwaterloo.ca
Career Services
www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infocs
Counselling Services
www.feds.ca
Federation of Students
www.gsa.uwaterloo.ca
Graduate Students' Association
www.grad.uwaterloo.ca
Graduate Studies Office
www.graphics.uwaterloo.ca
Graphics
www.greyhound.ca
Greyhound
www.healthservices.uwaterloo.ca
Health Services
www.housing.uwaterloo.ca
Housing and Residences
www.homecoming.uwaterloo.ca
Homecoming
www.imprint.uwaterloo.ca
Imprint
www.iso.uwaterloo.ca
International Students' Office
www.lib.uwaterloo.ca
Library
www.ocd.uwaterloo.ca
Off-Campus Dons
www.alumni.uwaterloo.ca
Office of Alumni Affairs
www.studentservices.uwaterloo.ca/ disabilities
Office for Persons with Disabilities
www.orientation.uwaterloo.ca
Orientation
osap.gov.on.ca
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www.quest.uwaterloo.ca
Quest Support
www.registrar.uwaterloo.ca
Registrar’s Office
Retail Services — Book Store, Campus Tech, Waterloo Store, Write Stuff, esmart Student Awards and Financial Aid Student Health Care Plan
www.retailservices. uwaterloo.ca www.safa.uwaterloo.ca www.ihaveaplan.net
Student Life Centre www.studentservices.uwaterloo.ca/slc www.slc.uwaterloo.ca
Student Life Office
www.studentresourceoffice. uwaterloo.ca
Student Resource Office
www.studentservices.uwaterloo.ca
Student Services UW Food Services UW Parking Services
www.foodservices.uwaterloo.ca www.parking.uwaterloo.ca www.police.uwaterloo.ca
UW Police Varsity Walk-On Tryouts
www.athletics.uwaterloo.ca/ varsity/varsityhome.aspx
WatCard Office
www.watcard.uwaterloo.ca
Writing Clinic Visitors' Centre
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quick phone directory 519-888-4567
University Operator
519-885-1211
Aboriginal Student Counsellor, Jean Becker
519-885-1460, ext. 209
Academic Advisor — AHS Health Studies and Gerontology Nancy Poole, ext. 36341 Dr. Linda Jessup, ext. 35642 Janet Coulter, ext. 36363
Recreation and Leisure Studies Sara Houston, ext. 33530 Upper-year students Adrienne Gilbert, ext. 33015 Academic Advisor — Arts Main Campus Betsy Zanna, ext. 35801 Eric Breugst, ext. 32769 Distance Education and Mature Students Dana Sheldrake, ext. 32147 St. Jerome’s University Donna Wright, 519-884-8111, ext. 28225 Renison University College Mary Jane Crusoe, 519-884-4404, ext. 28633 Accounting and Financial Management Darren Charters, ext. 32570 Carolyn Tindale, ext. 36537 Anthropology
Harriet Lyons, ext. 32991
Arts and Business Co-op Susan Andrews, ext. 32005 Arts and Business Regular Eric Breugst, ext. 32769 Church Music and Worship
Kenneth Hull, 519-885-0220, ext. 24244
Classical Studies Riemer Faber, ext. 32817 Cognitive Science
Paul Thagard, ext. 33594
Drama Andy Houston, ext. 33702 East Asian Studies
John Crossley, 519-884-4404, ext. 28634
Economics, Environmental Economics Joseph De Juan, ext. 33549 Margaret Insley, ext. 32422 English Literature, Rhetoric & Professional Writing Andrew McMurry, ext. 33361 Fine and Performing Arts Rhonda Ryman, ext. 32748 Fine Arts Art Green, ext. 32599 French Delbert Russell, ext. 36850 Geography Ian McKenzie, ext. 32931 Susan Phillips, ext. 32403 German
James Skidmore, ext. 33687
Greek Riemer Faber, ext. 32817 History Andrew Hunt, ext. 32767 Human Resources Management
Patricia Rowe, ext. 33056
Independent Studies Susan Wismer, ext. 38383 International Studies
Brian Orend, ext. 32776
Italian/Italian Studies Gabriel Niccoli, 519-884-8110, ext. 28235 Jewish Studies
Jim Diamond, ext. 33351
Latin Len Curchin, ext. 32240 89
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Legal Studies
Barry McClinchey, ext. 33547
Management Studies Geoff Malleck, ext. 32654 Medieval Studies David Porreca, ext. 32426 Mennonite Studies
Jim Pankratz, ext. 24232
Music Laura Gray, ext. 24247 Peace and Conflict Studies Lowell Ewert, ext. 24380 Philosophy Shannon Dea, ext. 32778 Political Science (regular) Political Science (co-op) Psychology
William Moul, ext. 36569 Peter Woolstencroft, ext. 32190 Heather Smith, ext. 32819
Religious Studies Doris Jakobsh, ext. 33565 Russian and East European Studies Ireneusz Szarycz, ext. 33393 Sexuality, Marriage and Family Studies
B.J. Rye, ext. 28219
Social Development Studies Mary Jane Crusoe, ext. 28633 Sociology (regular)
Keith Warriner, ext. 33678
Sociology (co-op) Alicja Muszynski, ext. 35187 Spanish Mario Boido, ext. 35621 Speech Communication Robert Ballard, ext. 38603
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Spirituality and Personal Development Studies in Islam
James Gollnick, 519-885-1460, ext. 213 Judith Miller, ext. 28653
Women’s Studies Alicja Muszynski, ext. 32880 Academic Advisor — Engineering First-Year D. Brush, ext. 33334 K. Dyck, ext. 36738 Architechture (all years) T. Boake, ext. 27634 D. Woolcott, ext. 27604 Chemical (2A and up) E. Croiset, ext. 32413 D. Mueller, ext. 33273 Civil (2A and up) M. Polak, ext. 35325 S. Springall, ext. 36336 Computer (2A and up) P. Dasiewicz, ext. 32866 D. Gosse, ext. 32869 Electrical (2A and up) A. Majedi, ext. 37023 I. Baltaduonis, ext. 33331 Geological and Environmental M. Polak, ext. 35325 (2A and up) L. Schneider, ext. 33464 Management (2A and up) S. Elhedhli, ext. 35683 S. Vossen, ext. 38546 Mechanical (2A and up) D. Weckman, ext. 37200 L.Crema, ext. 33625
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Software (all years) A. Morton, ext. 35027 S. Rahaman, ext. 32275 P. Calamai, ext. 35566 K. Deckert, ext. 36085
Students wishing to transfer to Engineering from another faculty can contact
P. Bézaire, ext. 84894
Academic Advisor — Environment ERS
Patti Bester, ext. 36576
Environment & Business
Karen Robertson, ext. 32796
Geography Susie Phillips, ext. 32403 Planning Sheree Solomon, ext. 33619 Linda Youngblut, ext. 35940 Academic Advisor — Mathematics First-Year Students can contact the Math Undergrad Office All St. Jerome’s Students without a Declared Major
ext. 33905 C. Hewitt, ext. 28228 C. Struthers, ext. 35548
Second-, Third- and Fourth-Year Students Declared Accountancy
P. Balka, ext. 35546
Actuarial Science D. Skrzydlo, ext. 36721 D. Landriault, ext. 35552 Applied Math M. Stastna, ext. 33529 BBA/BMath Double Degree
P. Wood, ext 84069
Combinatorics & Optimization and Operations Research
J. Köenemann, ext. 32144
Computing and Financial Management T. Hilpert, ext. 37033 Computational Mathematics
K.G. Hare, ext. 35556
Computer Science B. Weber Becker, ext. 34661 L. Case, ext. 34452 K. Daudjee, ext. 38375 S. Safayeni, ext. 36598 F. Qiu, ext. 32753 CS, Bio and Digital L. Case, ext. 34452 Digital Hardware L. Case, ext. 34452 Bio Informatics
F. Burkowski, ext. 34445
Financial Analysis & Risk Management
B. Matheson, ext. 37212
Exchange Programs
J. MacKay, ext. 35146
Health Info Option A. Pidduck, ext. 34662 Math/Business
P. Brillinger, ext. 35445
Mathematical Physics M. Stastna, ext. 33529 Pure Math or Mathematical Finance
B. Forrest, ext. 35569
Statistics R. Metzger, ext. 35502 91
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Nanotechnology (2A and up) M. Ioannidis, ext. 32914 W. Gauthier, ext. 37514
Teaching Option
B. Ferguson, ext. 36845
General Math
C. Springer, ext. 32087 J. West, ext. 37207
Non-Degree and Post-Degree
C. Donovan, ext. 33476
Academic Advisor — Science Science Undergrad Office
ext. 35244
General Information Airporter
519-886-2121
Athletics and Campus Recreation — Director Book Store
Bob Copeland, ext. 33663 519-888-4673 or ext. 84673
Campus Tech
ext. 33518
Campus Shuttle
519-888-4949
Career Services
519-888-4047
Centre for Teaching Excellence
ext. 33132
Conflict Management and Human Rights
ext. 35671
Conrad Grebel University College
519-885-0220
Co-op Advisor — Arts, ES, Science Shirley Thomson, ext. 33698 Co-op Advisor — Math, Accounting (A-L) Ruth Hawes, ext. 32593 Co-op Advisor — Math, Accounting (M-Z)
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Jennifer Basler, ext. 38865
Co-op Advisor — Engineering (Civil, Geological, Environmental, Management, Mechanical/ Mechatronics, and Nanotechnology) Janet Metz, ext. 33373 Co-op Advisor — Engineering (Chemical, Electrical and Computer, Software and Systems Design) Laurie Peloquin, ext. 37354 Co-op Advisor — AHS, Science Diane McKelvie, ext. 32438 Co-operative Education & Career Services
ext. 34026
Counselling Services
ext. 32655
Dana Porter Library
ext. 35763
Davis Centre Library
ext. 35766
ELPP
ext. 32329 or 32837
Federation of Students
ext. 84042
Associate Provost, Human Resources and Student Services Catharine Scott, ext. 33186 Federation of Students — President
ext. 32478
Federation of Students — Vice President Administration and Finance
ext. 33880
Federation of Students — Vice President Education
ext. 32340
Federation of Students — Vice President Internal
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Graduate Student Association
ext. 36015
Graduate Student House
ext. 36015
Graduate Studies Office
ext. 35411
Graphics
ext. 33452
Health Services — Appointments
519-888-4096
Health Services — After Hours
1-866-797-0000 ext. 36264
Health Services — Health Educator
ext. 36358
Health Services — Medical Director Dr. Barbara Schumacher, ext. 34068 Housing — Off-Campus Housing
ext. 35725
Housing and Residences
ext. 32679
Imprint
519-888-4048
International Student Office
ext. 38350
Mathematics Undergrad Office
ext. 33905
Off-Campus Dons
ext. 35349
Office of Alumni Affairs
ext. 32038
Office for Persons with Disabilities
ext. 35082
Organizational & Human Development Sue Grant, ext. 38258 Parking Services
ext. 33100
Registrar’s Office
ext. 35378
Renison University College
519-884-4400
Single and Sexy Producer Sandra Gibson, ext. 36358 St. Jerome’s University
519-884-8111
St. Paul’s College
519-885-1460
Student Awards
ext. 33583
Student Life Office Student Life Director Coordinator: First-Year Experience Coordinator: Communications and Special Projects Web Developer Front Desk
Heather Westmorland, ext. 36876 Cora Dupuis, ext. 35643 Johnny Trinh, ext. 35632 Kris Olafson, ext. 38021 ext. 36993
Student Resource Office Evalena Matlock-Corley, ext. 32402 Theatre Box Office
519-888-4908 or ext. 36570
Turnkey Desk
519-888-4434 or ext. 34434
University Map and Design Library
ext. 32795
UW Food Services
ext. 35270
UW Police
519-888-4911 or ext. 22222
Visitors' Centre
ext. 33614
WatCard Office
ext. 32751
Waterloo Store (Toll Free: 1-800-529-7091)
519-888-4910 or ext. 84910
Write Stuff
ext. 32251
Writing Clinic
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Academic Advisors 6-8 Applied Health Science 6 Arts 6-7 Engineering 7 Environment 8 Mathematics 8 Science 8 Graduate Studies 8 Aboriginal Student Counsellor 29-30 Services 29 Aboriginal Student Association 30 Resource Centre 30 Employment and Training 30 Housing 30 Academic Honesty 10-11 What is Plagiarism? 10 What is Group Work? 10 What is Copyright? 10 What is Intellectual Property? 10-11 Academic Offenses 11-13 What You Need to Knowâ&#x20AC;Ś 11-12 Disciplinary Penalties Could Includeâ&#x20AC;Ś 12 What to do if you have been charged/have concerns with or about an Academic Offense 12-13 Alcohol on campus 36 Alumni Affairs 78 Mark your calendar homecoming 2010: Saturday, September 25 84 Art Galleries and Theatres 67 Athletics and Campus Recreation 68-71 Varsity Athletics 69 Campus Rec 68, 70-71
B Becoming an Orientation Leader Beware of Aggressive Recruiters on Campus Book Store Used Bookstore
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F Faculty of Arts Academic Advisors Co-op Student Services International Student Connection Single and Sexy UW Drama Department FASS Theatre Company Federation of Students President Vice President, Education Vice President, Internal Campus Response Team Food Bank Gays and Lesbians of Waterloo (GLOW) Off-Campus Dons Sustainability Project Women’s Centre Vice-President, Administration and Finance
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G Garbage and Yard Waste Collection By-law 53-54 Graduate Students 8, 21, 34, 75-77,80 Academic Advisors 8 Graduate Studies Office 21 Awards 21 Health Care 34 Graduate Student Association 75-76 The Grad House 76 Orientation 77 Societies 80 Graduate Student Association 75-76 President 75 VP-External 75 VP-Internal 75 VP-Communications and Events 75 VP-Student Advisory 75 Graphics 59
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