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Since its founding in 1958, Waterloo's Faculty of Science has been instrumental in placing the university at the forefront of innovation, discovery and learning. The Faculty offers more than 50 core science specializations and options in the Departments of Biology, Physics and Astronomy, Chemistry, and Earth and Environmental Sciences. It is also home to two world-class professional schools, Canad

a’s only English-speaking School of Optometry and one of only two Pharmacy Co-op programs in North America.

06/17/2026

Convocation marks a significant milestone for University of Waterloo graduates. The point where late-night study sessions, co-op interviews and campus traditions all converge into what’s next.

This year, 14 exceptional students have been selected as valedictorians, each representing the innovation, resilience and community spirit that define Waterloo. Their journeys reflect more than academic achievement. They capture the curiosity to try something new, the perseverance to take on new challenges and the drive to make an impact.

Congratulations to our 2026 Waterloo valedictorians and fellow graduates, who now join a powerful network of more than 263,000 alumni who are shaping the future.

More: https://uwaterloo.ca/news/celebrating-waterloos-class-2026-valedictorians |

06/17/2026

Get to know your 2026 Science Valedictorians, Christina & Jessie! 💙
 
We can’t wait to see them take the stage this Friday. See you there grads!

When Karen E. Nelson addresses the Faculty of Science class of 2026 as this year’s Honorary Doctorate, graduates will he...
06/16/2026

When Karen E. Nelson addresses the Faculty of Science class of 2026 as this year’s Honorary Doctorate, graduates will hear from a scientist who helped redefine how we understand the human body itself.

For more than two decades, Nelson has been at the forefront of microbiome research, revealing the vast and diverse communities of microbes that play essential roles in health and disease. Her pioneering work in the mid-2000s helped launch the NIH-funded Human Microbiome Program, laying the foundation for modern microbiome science

By identifying millions of previously unknown microbial species, her research has transformed our understanding of digestion, metabolism, and overall human health. Read more about her work and her message to the class of 2026: https://bit.ly/4xqAwjn

When molecular physicist Dr. Gerard Meijer addresses the Faculty of Science class of 2026 as this year’s Honorary Doctor...
06/15/2026

When molecular physicist Dr. Gerard Meijer addresses the Faculty of Science class of 2026 as this year’s Honorary Doctorate, graduates will hear from a scientist whose career began not in a world-class laboratory, but on a farm in the Netherlands.

Today, Meijer is internationally recognized for pioneering techniques that allow scientists to slow, trap, and precisely control molecules. His team’s development of the Stark decelerator marked a breakthrough in molecular physics, giving researchers unprecedented control over molecular motion and opening entirely new areas of discovery.

Read more about his work and his message to the class of 2026: https://bit.ly/3S0naKu

06/02/2026

As a Master of Biology student, Jordan Francis (MSc ’26) used a mouse colon made from stem cells to research a key gut protein called ESRP1.

When diseases like inflammatory bowel disease occur, the expression of the ESRP1 protein becomes dysregulated. Despite its importance, scientists still don’t fully understand what ESRP1 does in the intestine, and that's where Jordan's important research comes into play.

Full story: https://uwaterloo.ca/science/news/science-matters-masters-student-uses-mouse-colon-made-stem |

Soapbox Science is coming to Kitchener–Waterloo! Join us on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 12–3 PM in Victoria Park, where l...
06/01/2026

Soapbox Science is coming to Kitchener–Waterloo!

Join us on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 12–3 PM in Victoria Park, where leading University of Waterloo scientists will step onto their soapboxes to share their research with the community.

This free, family-friendly event celebrates the voices of underrepresented scientists and challenges who we picture when we think of “a scientist.”

Come curious - questions are encouraged! 📍Find us near the playground and water park.

Join us at TWB Brewing on June 2 at 6:30 PM for Science in the City: Skies & Eyes.🔭 Dr. Lisa Dang is exploring exoplanet...
05/26/2026

Join us at TWB Brewing on June 2 at 6:30 PM for Science in the City: Skies & Eyes.

🔭 Dr. Lisa Dang is exploring exoplanets with the James Webb Space Telescope, studying lava worlds and what it might be like to visit them.

👁️ Dr. Austin Roorda is pushing the boundaries of human vision, working toward the discovery of entirely new colours through Oz Vision.

From distant galaxies to the way we see the world, this event highlights groundbreaking research happening right here at the University of Waterloo. Secure your spot today: https://bit.ly/4dIrgxL

05/25/2026

60 Seconds of Science! 💊 Meet Dr. Wajd Alkabbani, an Assistant Professor in at !
 
As a pharmacoepidemiologist, Dr. Alkabbani brings together pharmacology and epidemiology to study how medications are used in the real world, and how safe and effective they are over time. Using large healthcare databases, she uncovers patterns in medication use and patient outcomes.
 
Her research helps improve medication safety and guides smarter prescribing, supporting better decisions for patients, healthcare providers, and policymakers.

Stay tuned for more bite-sized science from researchers!

05/21/2026

Today is Waterloo Giving Day! 💙

It’s a day where the whole community gives back to our students. This year, is championing a new Science Learning Hub through the SCI of Relief fund. When students have the confidence and support they need, they are more likely to succeed academically and in their mental health.

Today, we invite you to engage with Science for Giving Day (🔗 link in bio), either by playing our Giving Day game, where your points could turn into real dollars, or with a donation to the fund of your choice.

Together, we can build a supportive Science community.

05/20/2026

Meet Areebah and Jovey 👋 your 2026 Science Orientation leaders!

They’re already hard at work planning an unforgettable Orientation for incoming Science students, but they need your help to make it happen!

Interested in volunteering? Fill out the form linked in our bio by May 24 at 11:59 p.m.

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