The Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) is proud to present the 2020-2021 edition of the University of Waterloo student planner. This year’s planner has been revamped to be more responsive, making it easier to keep up with the many changes we experience as undergrad students. The world saw plenty of changes with the COVID-19 pandemic. Pulling this agenda together during that time definitely had its challenges: when and how would we get these to you?; do we start the calendar in September or January?; will local businesses be able to support us by purchasing ads? What we ended up with is now in your hands – an agenda that isn’t tied down to dates, can keep you feeling organized between online classes, track your personal goals, schedule in those video chats with friends, and can be picked up and put down throughout your academic career. You can even use it as a personal journal to remember your time with us! Adapting to the changes that COVID-19 brought on has helped us to tailor our approach to better fit your needs — something we’ll surely bring with us to future planners. Design-wise, we took inspiration from the popular bullet journal style. The minimalist, de-cluttered concept of this year’s agenda pages gives you more control; you can use this whenever and however you need it. This planner would not be possible without the hard work of the WUSA Marketing and Communications department, who design and prepare the planner each spring term. We would also like to thank all the companies who advertised with us this year. It is through their support that we can continue offering the WUSA student planner to students free of charge. Many of these businesses offer student-friendly prices year-round. By supporting them, you also support your undergraduate student association. We hope this will be a useful tool for not only your studies but also your work, health, and happiness!
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WELCOME from your exec Hey undergrads, we’re excited to welcome you to the University of Waterloo! Whether you’re on campus or studying from home, we hope you’re prioritizing your physical and mental health. We’re here to help you with that starting with this year’s planner to keep you organized between online classes, track your goals, checkoff your to-do’s, schedule video chats with friends, and pencil in some you time! Now that you know what this handy planner is for, let’s get into who we are and what we’re here for. We’re Waterloo undergrads who’ve been elected by your fellow Warriors to represent you and the first thing you should know, is you’re one of us now. As a student, you’re automatically a member of WUSA and we’re here to make sure you know what that means. Above all else, it means you can rely on us to have your back. We represent your voice on issues like tuition, mental health, housing, campus safety, and transit, while providing services like clubs, health and wellness supports, and academic policy and discipline assistance. And we like to have fun, too. Getting involved in student life and finding where you belong in your Warrior community has never felt more important. That’s why some of our clubs and services are offering virtual events, supports and resources. Whether online or on campus, we’ll be sure to let you know about upcoming special events like Cultural Caravan and Wellness Days. Check out and join one of our student-run services, our hundreds of clubs, run for election on student government or apply to work with us part-time. No matter where you find yourself this term, we encourage you to stay connected with us: your Exec, your fellow WUSA members, and your student association. We’re happy to welcome you to UWaterloo, and we can’t wait to meet you!
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NADA ABOUELNAGA vpsl@wusa.ca | @yourwusavpsl
ALANA GUEVARA vpof@wusa.ca | @yourwusavpof
President ABBIE SIMPSON pres@wusa.ca | @yourwusapres
VP Education MEGAN TOWN vped@wusa.ca | @yourwusavped
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FERIDUN HAMDULLAHPUR
WELCOME TO ANOTHER YEAR AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO! We are entering an academic year that is quite unlike any other as society has faced and will continue to grapple with the effects of the recent pandemic. Our collective experience from this global emergency has reshaped our view of the world and our role as a world-class institution. One thing it has also strengthened is our dedication to our students. You are our priority. Full stop. We know how close your academic success is tied to your health, both mentally and physically, and we will ensure you have the supports in place you need to thrive and to do so in a safe and welcoming environment. A number of new programs and processes have been established to ensure you will receive a quality academic experience in and out of the classroom. There is a community of Warriors – faculty, staff and fellow students – standing with you every step of the way. We are here to help you grow and develop during your time at Waterloo and your resolve over the past several months has brought you into our community from wherever you call home. Know that we are here for more than to help with your academic success, but also to ensure your development as an individual. Welcome to your home away from home. Good luck and best wishes for a successful year,
Feridun Hamdullahpur President and Vice-Chancellor
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HELLO WARRIORS! We’re really excited you’re here! The University of Waterloo and your Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) are closely aligned and work together to provide a positive and valuable experience to each and every student. Your student association is here to bring the fun and joy to your undergraduate experience while providing the supports you need. As a student-led organization, students are our top priority. We are student-run and student-driven — all decisions made for Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association are requested and approved by students. That means YOU. Be sure to have your voice heard and know that we are here to support you. Visit wusa.ca to explore what we can do for you!
We can help with:
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Connections
Discounts
Supports
With over 250 clubs, we think it’s probably safe to say, there’s a club for everything! ...and if there’s not a club to represent your interest, start your own!
Student life is expensive. We’ve got you covered with student-friendly prices on food, textbooks, movie tickets and more!
UPass, Health and Dental Plan, Empower Me, and Legal Protection Service provided to all undergrads.
Events
Advocacy
Experience
Whether online or oncampus, join us for Welcome Week, Cultural Caravan, Trivia Tuesdays and WUSA Bingo (to name a few). Find and follow us on social for more!
Reppin’ Waterloo undergrads to the University and all levels of government, working toward an accessible, affordable, accountable and high-quality education.
Beef up that resume! Work for our businesses, flex your creative skills with our marketing team or volunteer with our student-run services.
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WHERE TO FIND US STUDENT LIFE CENTRE Managed by WUSA, the Student Life Centre (SLC) is the central hub on campus where you can relax CFUXFFO DMBTTFT ţ OE B RVJFU TUVEZ spot, grab a bite to eat and catch some great entertainment. 8BUFSMPP TUVEFOUT IBWF GSFRVFOUMZ expressed the need for more social, study, dining, and recreation space. We listened. Find out more about the SLC/PAC Expansion coming soon at uwaterloo.ca/aps/slcpac
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Empower Me Equity and Inclusivity Services
Health & Wellness
Undergrad Community Connections
Environmental Initiatives
Student Support
Academic Policy Support
See Page 12 for more info
FOOD AND RETAIL Great quality, convenient hours and affordable student prices!
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GOVERNANCE MEMBERSHIP
ALL UW UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS You have the power to start new clubs, run in elections, and suggest advocacy priorities for your student government.
STUDENTS’ COUNCIL
There are 25 elected student councilors
Your elected student reps ensure it’s your voices that are driving direction. They hold the Student Executives accountable and oversee the Board of Directors. Students’ Council sets the legislative policies for WUSA that affect undergrads.
CONSTITUENCY SOCIETIES Your elected faculty, college or campus’ student government, who represent your interests to your specific administration. Society presidents are ex officio student councillors
13 societies are recognized by Students’ Council
Two student councillors & four At-Large students are elected as Directors
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The four student executives serve as ex officio councilors
Your advocates & change makers
STUDENT EXECUTIVES Elected by you to bring your desires for change to the University and all levels of government. They also manage the operations of all student spaces, clubs, services, programming and group benefits programs.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Students elected by the members who set strategic direction and oversee finances, human resources and legal agreements to ensure the success of WUSA!
The President and VP Operations & Finance are ex officio Directors
CALLING ALL STUDENT LEADERS! Represent your fellow undergrads in a leadership position with WUSA! Students can nominate themselves or a friend, and vote for their official representatives each year during the elections.
Welcome Week Volunteer Club exec
Orientation Leader All that is missing is YOU
Commissioner Worked on WUSA’s Promo team Society Executive Service Coordinator
Worked on WUSA’s marketing team
Varsity Volleyball player
YOUR STUDENT GOVERNMENT Are you the missing link? Become the next student leader. Visit wusa.ca/elections 9
We are here for you: RECENT MILESTONES Advocacy takes time and hard work. With over 50 years of experience, rest assured - we’re pretty good at what we do. When we’re met with resistance, we respond with persistence. And when we feel run down by the grind, we find motivation in our membership, the power of our student voice. Take pride in being part of a student association that is recognized, respected, and heard by decision makers. We feel the most reward when we get to celebrate a milestone with you. Here’s a look at some of our recent efforts and results.
Mental Health Calling on Counselling Services to support racially marginalized students, including diversifying the counselors available to students
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Canada Emergency Student Benefit Together with UCRU, we submitted recommendations to the federal government leading to Canada’s largest financial aid package for students
Campus Safety Urged the provincial government to fund safety initiatives on campus, resulting in doubled funding for Women’s Campus Safety Grant
Public Transportation
International Student Tuition
Trans Student Bursary
Negotiated lower year-over-year UPass fee adjustments, saving you money each year relative to other students in the region
Advocated on tuition predictability for international students, prompting implementation of a 5% cap on in-cohort increases
Introduced the Trans Student Bursary to provide access to funding for legal name and sex designation changes on birth registrations or certificates
ADVOCACY
FIGHTING FOR A BETTER TOMORROW: • Health and Wellness
• Quality of Education
• Accessibility
• Diversity and Equity
• Transportation
• Academic Rights
• Affordable Education
• Student Spaces
• Campus Safety
• Accountability and Transparency
• Housing and Tenant Rights
• Co-op and Experiential Learning
Here’s how it works: VOTE You (Waterloo undergrads) choose your Executives in the WUSA elections. Your Executive hire Associate Vice Presidents to help them work with student groups on campus and our federal & provincial partners.
COLLECT We gather your feedback on the challenges impacting your student experience.
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CREATE Using your feedback, we get to the root of the problem. Chances are, if it’s a challenge you’re facing, others are too. We then research evidence-based solutions and create recommendations for change. Finally, we figure out who the decision makers are and strategize the best way to bring your concerns to the table. SOLUTION UW
ADVOCATE We meet with University faculty and administration, as well as politicians at all levels of government to advocate for those recommendations to become reality.
Sometimes we get what we ask for, other times we reach a compromise, and in some cases our conversations with decision makers are met with resistance. When that happens, we respond with persistence by keeping the conversation going and continuing to bring the student voice to the table. Get involved! Contact your Executive to talk about how we can improve your time here! 11
STUDENT BIKE CENTRE
CAMPUS RESPONSE TEAM
CO-OP CONNECTION
Buy, rent, or fix your ride at the Bike Centre. You can purchase a used bike at the biannual auction, or test drive one for the term through the Bike Rental program. Use our DIY repair shop to keep your ride in tip-top shape!
The Campus Response Team is trained to keep you safe. In addition to advocating for health and safety on campus, they provide first-aid services at student events and in emergency situations.
Co-op Connection keeps you close to your student community while on work term with social events and meetups to introduce you to others on co-op in the same city. Follow them on social to “make a connection” today!
wusa.ca/bikecentre /uwbikecentre @uwbikecentre SLC 0101
WUSA FOOD SUPPORT SERVICE
THE GLOW CENTRE
No one should have to skip a meal because they can’t afford one. The WUSA Food Support Service is a confidential resource that provides food hampers at the SLC, DC and our satellite campuses.
The Glow Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity is the oldest continuous running LGBTQA+ student organization in Canada. Reach out to them for private peer support, discussion groups, social events, and advocacy opportunities
wusa.ca/foodsupport /WUSAfoodsupport @wusafoodsupport
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wusa.ca/crt /uwcrt @uwcrt SLC 3103
wusa.ca/glow @uwglow SLC 2102
wusa.ca/coop /uwcoopconnection @coopconnection SLC 3107
RAISE Racial Advocacy for Inclusion, Solidarity & Equity works with the University to acknowledge and address the impacts of racism and xenophobia, using an antioppressive approach to dismantle systemic barriers that limit the success and affect the experiences of students on campus. wusa.ca/raise /uwraise @uwraise SLC 2141
SERVICES
ų36/ INTERNATIONAL AND CANADIAN STUDENT NETWORK Making meaningful connections with local, international, and exchange students, ICSN aims to foster a warm and inclusive atmosphere through events, trips, and advocating for international and exchange students to the University. wusa.ca/icsn /uw.icsn @uwicsn SLC 3107
OFF CAMPUS COMMUNITY Living off campus but still want to meet other students and get support? Off Campus Community helps students adjust and thrive, providing social opportunities and off-campus Dons to offer advice, answer questions and make you feel at home. wusa.ca/offcampus /OCCUW @occuw SLC 2142
MATES
CAPS
Mentor Assistance Through Education and Support provides counselling-based peer-to-peer support through a joint partnership between WUSA and Campus Wellness. MATES are specially trained students who seek to support mental health issues and improve the well-being of their fellow Warriors.
Centre for Academic Policy Support is a confidential service run by students, for students. Trained to help you navigate academic petitions, grievances and appeals, the CAPS Coordinator helps you understand your academic rights and points you to the appropriate resources.
wusa.ca/mates /uwmates @uwmates SLC 3102
THE WOMEN’S CENTRE The Women’s Centre provides a safe, inclusive environment where everyone can explore women’s issues through open discussion, events, and peer support. Visit to alternative menstrual products and more. wusa.ca/womens-centre /uwwomenscentre @uwwomenscentre SLC 2101
wusa.ca/caps /wusacaps
PEER SUPPORT A subset of our services, including MATES, RAISE, Glow Centre, and The Women’s Centre, offer peer support to Waterloo undergraduate students who want to talk to a peer about a variety of issues. From adjusting to university, relationships, identity, and adulting, our trained student volunteers are here to listen. wusa.ca/peersupport
GET INVOLVED Each of our services provide multiple opportunities to get involved in your Waterloo community, meet new people and gain valuable experience. From general volunteers to executive positions or service coordinators, there are different levels of commitment for whatever suits your schedule. New positions are open every term! 13
CLUBS
Join a Club!
We support over 250 official clubs dedicated to every interest and activity under the sun. They focus on hobbies, studies, cultures, charities, social movements, religion, and more! WUSA clubs organize and facilitate over 2,000 events every term, providing tens of thousands of extra-curricular opportunities for you and your friends.
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES FACEBOOK COMMUNITY A space for you to learn about Clubs activities, engage with other members and share your favourite Clubs content. You can talk with club members and sign up right on the spot. /groups/WUSAClubsCommunity
START A CLUB!
CLUBS SUPPORT TEAM A group of dedicated undergrad volunteers help make the entire clubs system possible. They are available in person or on Facebook Messenger to help with all aspects of running your club, including event forms, best practices, food regulations, and club policies. Come to the Clubs Community Centre throughout the day to ask questions or send them directly to the team at /wusa.clubs
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JOIN
WANT TO START SOMETHING? The clubs community welcomes new clubs every term. If you discover that you can’t find the perfect club, we have several resources to help start a new one! First, if your idea is similar in context with a pre-existing club, contact them to discuss possible overlaps. You might find they have been wanting the opportunity to grow in the direction you’re thinking.
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Attend our How to Start a Club information session at the beginning of each term. Check out the Important Dates page at wusa.ca/clubs for dates and location Contact our Clubs Manager to discuss your idea and get advice on your club’s constitution: clubs.manager@wusa.ca | Clubs Community Centre SLC 2139 Submit your cover letter and constitution online at clubsadmin.wusa.ca
APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES UNDERGRADUATE MEMBERS
ENGINEERING SOCIETY
GLOBAL BUSINESS AND DIGITAL ARTS SOCIETY
SCIENCE SOCIETY
OPTOMETRY STUDENT SOCIETY
ARTS STUDENT UNION + ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE STUDENT ASSOCIATION
CPH 3607
BMH 1039
STC 1023
Stratford Campus
School of Optometry
AL 120
ENVIRONMENT STUDENTS’ SOCIETY
MATHEMATICS SOCIETY
PHARMACY STUDENT SOCIETY
WATERLOO ARCHITECTURE STUDENT ASSOCIATION
EV1 138A
School of Pharmacy
ST. JEROME’S UNIVERSITY STUDENT UNION (SJUSU) SJU, Sweeny Hall
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School of Architecture
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SOCIETIES
societies
Societies serve as the bridge between you, your faculty and your student association. Each society is dedicated to supporting their students’ success. Societies hold communitybuilding events, run services and advocate on student concerns. By paying your society fee, you are automatically a member of your faculty society. You can attend society events, or take it to the next level and join the team that makes all this happen. 15
events WELCOME WEEK Everyone loves the fresh start of a new semester, and we love to fill that special time with amazing events for all undergrads to enjoy! Welcome week is full of fun. We host free events at the beginning of each term to welcome new and returning students to the Waterloo campus. Flagship events include Warrior Breakfast, Sex Toy Bingo, and our Fall Welcome Week Carnival. Always check wusa.ca for the full schedule at the start of each term.
WELLNESS DAYS WUSA’s Wellness Days initiative is designed to foster an environment that promotes the health and well-being of all who study (and work) at the University of Waterloo. Focusing on three pillars—physical, mental, and lifestyle—Wellness Days promotes health and wellness through activities, events, and learning opportunities.
CULTURAL CARAVAN Cultural Caravan celebrates the multiculturalism of our campus through dance and musical performances, showcasing the amazing talent and diversity of our student clubs all in one fantastic show. Held every winter term, the energy in the room should be experienced at least once by every Waterloo undergrad! Be an audience member, volunteer to help run the show, or get involved in a WUSA club to join it!
VIRTUAL EVENTS Not on campus but still want to participate in some of our events? Many of them are offered virtually or live-streamed. Follow @yourwusa on social to learn about future events and visit wusa.ca/virtual-events to view past events.
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AND A COUPLE MORE THINGS, JUST IN CASE YOU NEED THEM: FEDBUS
UPASS
FedBus is the most affordable way to get to the GTA, Hamilton, Burlington, Markham and London! Departing from the Davis Centre on Fridays and returning on Sundays, with a special trip to Ottawa for Fall Reading Week.
As members of WUSA, full-time students can enjoy unlimited ridership on all Tri-City Grand River Transit (GRT) buses and light rail transit year round as part of your UPass. Just tap your WatCard to ride the bus and LRT
For tickets and schedules fedbus.wusa.ca Turnkey Desk, SLC
Download the app or visit GRT EasyGo online.
HEALTH AND DENTAL PLAN To help Waterloo students pay for the health and dental services they need, we’ve partnered with StudentCare in order to provide students with extended health and dental coverage. For plan details: studentcare.ca
GO Transit, PRESTO Services available at Turnkey SLC & DC, Greyhound available at Turnkey SLC
LEGAL PROTECTION SERVICE Most students are unable to afford private representation when faced with legal challenges. In an effort to support our students, WUSA has implemented a Legal Protection Service. This service provides students with access to legal representation under the following three categories: housing, employment, and academic discipline. Additionally, the service provides members with unlimited access to an accredited law firm through a toll-free hotline. For answers to your questions on any area of the law, including immigration, traffic, criminal justice and more, call 1-833-202-4571
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
FEDS USED BOOKS
*NEW - EMPOWER ME
Grocery store prices with on campus convenience! From fresh breakfast sandwiches and coffee to a variety of hot and cold meals, International News has got you covered. Looking for an international treat, health products, or lottery tickets? We have those, too! Even Wasabi Sushi is now at International News! Prepared fresh daily. Avoid ATM fees – get cash back with your purchase here.
Helping you find the right book at the right price is what we do at Feds Used Books! Save at least 20% off the price of a new textbook and sell it back when you’re done with it! Search inventory online or come in and browse the store. Look for bonus days and extended hours during the start of each term!
Eligible students have access to Empower Me. No issue is too big or too small, and interactions are confidential. Request support in your preferred language for any concerns, including: Emotional, Financial, Relationships, Family, Addictions, Stress, Nutrition, and more!
wusa.ca/fedsusedbooks fb.com/fedsusedbooks SLC, Lower Atrium
For more details, visit: studentcare.ca
wusa.ca/internationalnews fb.com/inewsuw SLC, Ring Road Entrance
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If you’re a Waterloo undergrad, you’re a member of WUSA! From Orientation to the Health and Dental Plan, funding over 250 clubs and administering the UPass, our fees ensure we can continue to provide the supports and services that matter to you. With changes this year (and more in the foreseeable future) to the fees structure with the addition of optional fees, please ensure you learn more about what each of these fees include by visiting our website for full details online.
fees
UPASS HEALTH AND DENTAL
250+ CLUBS
WUSA.CA/FEES You’ll find a break down of WUSA operating fees include optional student association fees, optional society fees and mandatory student association fees. WUSA administered funds (optional fees/ mandatory fees), our orientation fee and more.
Awards
wusa.ca/awards for submission guidelines and deadlines.
WUSA works with thousands of students each year. To recognize the outstanding student leaders and staff members, we host the WUSA Awards and the Presidents’ Student Leadership Awards. To recognize instructors who demonstrate an outstanding contribution to undergraduate student learning, we host the WUSA Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Awards.
WUSA AWARDS At the end of the term, seven awards are given to the most deserving candidates, either a club or a undergraduate who has recently improved the student community.
PRESIDENTS’ STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARDS WUSA along with the Graduate Student Association (GSA), and the Office of the President (OTP) recognize student leaders at the University of Waterloo through 3 Leadership awards. Recipients of the awards will have demonstrated exemplary leadership skills in various ways at the University of Waterloo and/or in the surrounding community.
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EXCELLENCE IN UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING AWARD This award is presented every year to professors who have demonstrated an outstanding contribution to undergraduate student learning. It recognizes non-conventional teaching techniques, opportunities for experiential learning and a long-term commitment and dedication towards ensuring academic success for undergraduate students.
WUSA employs undergraduate students each term through part-time, full-time, and co-op opportunities. Positions are hired and trained before the start of each term. Watch for new job postings at the end of every term! Here’s a few positions we hire for: •
Orientation leaders, designers, promotional reps, videographers, and more!
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Student government hires assistants such as event coordinators, academic commissioners, and elections officers
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Food and retail services hires as well
Stay tuned to.wusa.ca/opportunities for job postings. We also reserve opportunities for students with demonstrated financial need through both international and local Work Study programs. Visit uwaterloo.ca/student-awardsfinancial-aid to view more about eligibility and available opportunities.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES A great way to get a job with WUSA is to have some previous volunteer experience with us. Check out the many ways to get involved below: Student-run services - page 12-13 Event coordinators for our special events - page 16 Student government positions on Students’ Council and the Board of Directors - page 9 Clubs Support Team - page 14 All volunteer positions are posted on volunteer.wusa.ca before the start of each term or as they become available.
FOLLOW US! Turn on notifications for our Facebook page, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and watch our videos on YouTube. Be sure to visit wusa.ca for our newsfeed, events calendar, job opportunities, and more!
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES
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ON CAMPUS RESOURCES ACCESSABILITY SERVICES Receive academic accommodations and support for students with disabilities such as: note taking, learning strategies, campus transportation, and more access@uwaterloo.ca uwaterloo.ca/accessability-services/ 519 888 4567 x35082
CAMPUS WELLNESS Receive health care and identify and work through barriers causing distress from physicians, nurses, mental health, and allied health professionals uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness Turn to page 24 for more information
CENTRE FOR CAREER ACTION Receive advice on job search tactics, career strategy, professional, and grad school preparation careers@uwaterloo.ca uwaterloo.ca/career-action/ 519 888 4047
EQUITY OFFICE Receive consultation and advice on issues regarding equality, inclusion, diversity, and accessibilities for success equity@uwaterloo.ca uwaterloo.ca/equity/ 519 888 4567 x 40439
GO ABROAD Explore the world through exchange programs, international internships, and international volunteer experiences studyabroad@uwaterloo.ca uwaterloo.ca/student-success/study-abroadand-exchanges/go-abroad
THE CENTRE 'JSTU Ť PPS /FFEMFT )BMM askthecentre@uwaterloo.ca uwaterloo.ca/the-centre FYU
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INFORMATION & ACADEMIC ADVISING 3FDFJWF GBDVMUZ TQFDJĹŁ D Information and advice: choosing programs, course information and selection, registration procedures, transferring programs, graduation requirements, exemptions BOE DMBSJĹŁ DBUJPOT uwaterloo.ca/registrar/currentstudents/advisors
LIBRARIES Find diverse study space, research assistance, and academic resources at a variety of on-campus and PŢ DBNQVT MPDBUJPOT lib.uwaterloo.ca 519 888 4567 x84883 See website for locations and hours
STUDENT SUCCESS OFFICE Receive immigration advice, set personal goals, and develop academic and leadership skills success@uwaterloo.ca uwaterloo.ca/student-success/ 519 888 4567 x84410
WRITING AND COMMUNICATION CENTRE Improve your papers, reports, and presentations with a writing specialist to get feedback and strategies for writing and communicating 4PVUI $BNQVT )BMM OE Ť PPS writingcommunication@uwaterloo.ca /writing-and-communication-centre/ 519 888 4567 x30436
WUSA STU%&/5Ĺ´36/ 4&37*$&4 Receive peer assistance in areas including First Aid, social networking, personal discovery, advocacy, mental health, and support Turn to page 12 for more information
For many of your administrative, financial, and registrarial needs OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS transcripts, letter of enrollment, diploma
FINANCIAL QUESTIONS
OSAP, other provincial funding, awards, bursaries, scholarships, work-study, emergency loans, tuition fees, promissory notes, tax receipts, and UHIP
QUEST COURSE ENROLLMENT course overrides, course registration questions, transfer credits
DROPPING OFF A FORM name change, plan modification, CPP form, residency changes
And any questions you may have! First floor, Needles Hall uwaterloo.ca/the-centre askthecentre@uwaterloo.ca 519-888-4567, ext. 42268
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CAMPUS WELLNESS For a full listing of resources and services visit uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/students /UWaterlooWellness
@UWaterlooWellness
@UW_Wellness
HEALTH SERVICES uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/health-services
Health Services Building
519 888 4096
Urgent care
Nutrition services
Asthma testing & education
Walk-in visits
Laboratory services
Health education & programming
Travel clinic
Wart clinic
Injections
Sexual Health Care
Allergy
Birth control
STI testing
Travel
Emergency contraception
Pregnancy tests
Immunizations
COUNSELLING SERVICES uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/counselling-services Needles Hall North, 2nd Floor 519 888 4567 x32655
On-Campus Individual counselling
Therapy groups
Workshops
Crisis intervention
Coping skills seminars
Individual appointments for Counselling Services are available at no charge to University of Waterloo students in classes or on co-op terms. The first step to making an appointment is to come to their office in Needles Hall North and have an intake appointment.
Peer Support MATES (Mentor Assistance Through Education and Support) is a one-to-one student peer support program offered by WUSA in consultation with Campus Wellness. MATES provides support to students who are hoping to build social skills, or are experiencing personal or academic concerns or low-level mental health and wellness difficulties. wusa.ca/mates
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Wellness Lounge, SLC 3102
OFF CAMPUS GOOD2TALK A confidential helpline that provides professional counselling and information related to mental health for post-secondary students. 1 866 925 5454
AVAILABLE 24/7/365
good2talk.ca
HERE 24/7 With 12 agencies across Waterloo–Wellington, they do the intake, assessment, referral, crisis, waitlist, and appointment booking work for addictions, mental health, and crisis services. 1 844 437 3247
AVAILABLE 24/7/365
here247.ca
How Are You Feeling Today? Support is available. Talk to someone.
SOME FRIENDLY REMINDERS Be gentle with yourself. Recognize that you are going through a stressful experience and it’s okay to fail and try again. Make time for yourself every day. Set aside at least a few moments each and every day when you can be by yourself and in a quiet space. You cannot control what other people choose to think, feel, or do. If you try to, you may feel inadequate, frustrated, angry, or depressed.
FEELING OVERWHELMED? Breathe in for 4 seconds. Hold for 4 seconds. Breathe out for 4 seconds. Repeat until more relaxed. Think of 5 things you see, 4 things you feel, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, and 1 thing you taste. 23
Sexual Violence & Consent Sexual violence is a broad umbrella term that can include sexual assault (any type of sexual activity or contact that you do not consent to) and sexual harassment (the making of unwanted sexual advances or obscene remarks). It can also include stalking, online harassment such as sharing photos without your consent, indecent exposure and sex trafficking.
WHAT IS CONSENT? Consent is the active, continuous, informed, and voluntary agreement to engage in any sexual or physical contact. Consent cannot be given when someone is unable to give consent, such as when incapacitated due to alcohol or drug consumption, or when they do not understand what is being asked of them. Consent cannot be implied, and can be revoked at any time without fear of repercussion. Consent cannot be given when being threatened or coerced, or when induced to engage in the contact by someone in a position of power, trust or authority. Consenting to one type of contact does not mean that consent is given for every type of contact. For example, someone may consent to a hug but not to a kiss. Consent is required regardless of the relationship status or sexual history between the individuals involved. Previous agreement does not equal current consent. Consent cannot be given by anyone other than the person participating in the sexual contact.
RESOURCES UWaterloo Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office:
Peer Supports see page 12-13,
Director, Sexual Violence Prevention Amanda Cook, UW 519 888 4567 x46869 uwaterloo.ca/human-rights-equity-inclusion/
The Glow Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity,
Sexual Violence Response Coord. Meaghan Ross, UW 519 888 4567 x40025 Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region 519 741 8633 AVAILABLE 24/7/365 Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Treatment Centre 519 719 6994 St. Mary’s General Hospital 24
Racial Advocacy for Inclusion, Solidarity and Equity (RAISE) The Women’s Centre UW Police Services 519 888 4911 For more information on Sexual Violence Prevention at the University of Waterloo (Policy 42, procedures, and additional supports) please refer to uwaterloo.ca or contact your WUSA President at pres@wusa.ca
Shoulda Woulda Coulda Did. BE THE VOICE OF WATERLOO UNDERGRADS This year, nominate yourself to be the next WUSA Exec.
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ATHLETICS & RECREATION
Stay active through recreational programming offered by the Department of Athletics & Recreation.
There are many different ways to be active and have fun at Waterloo. A variety of programming is available through Athletics & Recreation. Studies continue to show a strong correlation between physical activity, health, and academic success, indicating that active students are better at learning and retaining information.
YOU CAN: Purchase a shoe tag and attend unlimited fitness and wellness classes
Work with the Warriors! Over 400 students hired each term
Hire a personal trainer to get motivated
And much more!
Become First Aid certified
FACILITIES Physical Activities Complex Warrior Zone
Columbia Ice Fields
Two gyms
Swimming pool Squash courts
Three gyms
Five playing fields
Fitness centre
Studios
Warrior Field
Field House
Baseball Diamond
NEXT TO THE STUDENT LIFE CENTRE
NORTH CAMPUS ACROSS COLUMBIA STREET
WARRIOR RECREATION Aquatics
Strength & Conditioning personal training
Open Recreation Swimming, Skating, Basketball, etc.
Intramurals
Instructional Courses Dance, Martial Arts, Squash, ETC.
First Aid Clubs
GET IN TOUCH WITH ATHLETICS! For more information about the varsity teams and the Department of Athletics and Recreation, download the Warrior Rec App or visit: gowarriorsgo.ca 26
@WlooWarriors
@WlooRec
@wloowarriors
FIVE HACKS FOR SUCCESS AT WATERLOO FROM THE STUDENT SUCCESS OFFICE GET AHEAD BY GETTING STARTED Tap into our academic resources • Peer success coaches • Learning resources
LEAD WITH YOUR ACTIONS
Polish your leadership skills in workshops • Student Leadership Program
ADD SOME ADVENTURE TO YOUR DEGREE Go on exchange or study abroad • International exchange • Global Experience Certificate
FEEL AT HOME IN CANADA
Get help with your immigration documents and build friendships with other students • International Peer Community • Immigration Consulting • International student seminars
GET INVOLVED AND BUILD YOUR NETWORK Connect, volunteer, or work with the SSO • Download the UWaterloo Portal app • @UWaterlooLife social media • Work or volunteer opportunities
UWATERLOO.CA/SSO
@UWaterlooLife South Campus Hall Second floor 519-888-4567 ext. 84410 success@uwaterloo.ca 27
www.campusphysio.com sos-physio-campus@rogers.com
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPY • Soft Tissue Manipulation • Stress Management
CERTIFIED ATHLETIC THERAPY
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REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPY
• Consistent, innovative, professional treatment • Personalized exercise prescription • Manual therapy and Electrotherapy • Core Strengthening • Acupuncture