Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association

WUSA represents undergrads at the University of Waterloo.

Our student-led organization provides the services and support you need to reach your academic goals and make the most of your university experience.

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We got you covered. Whether by bike or bus, learn about your options for getting around town.

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Details about your StudentCare extended Health and Dental plan.

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Join a club, attend events, access peer support, or volunteer with one of our 11 student-run services!

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Work with WUSA! Discover available part-time, full-time, external and volunteer opportunities.

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Learn more about housing and tenancy through the Housing Playbook.

Discover Events

Whether you are a new or returning student we have plenty of events planned for you. Engage with your Waterloo student community, learn about our exciting offerings and win prizes along the way!

Update your calendar with the events you want to attend.

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A group of people gathers outdoors in a park. In the foreground, three individuals sit on a red blanket with a multicolored pattern. In the background, people socialize near a picnic table and a musician with a guitar performs. Hosted by Catherine's Events, trees and greenery surround the area.
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A woman wearing a purple hijab speaks into a microphone while holding a pink notebook. She stands in front of a purple banner with a yellow flower symbol and the text "The Women's Center," embodying the spirit of the feminist support community gathered there.
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Students browsing Clubs and Societies Day, Student Life Centre, Waterloo
Three people wearing face masks are gathered around a golden retriever with a bandana and a name tag that reads "Sadie" at one of Catherine's top WUSA events. The dog sits calmly on the carpeted floor as the individuals pet and admire her, while one person holds a drink.
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News & Updates

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Stay up-to-date on the latest in advocacy, governance, and upcoming events and initiatives campus wide.

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We’re on socials!

@yourwusa

Keep up with WUSA updates, events, giveaways and more!

What are you waiting for? Go nominate someone for the Volunteer Appreciation Awards through the link in our bio!
You’ve got good profs 👹‼️ Nominate them for the OUSA Award for Teaching Excellence 🏆 - link in bio!
Happy Friday Warriors!
Here’s a quick little recap of what you missed at the last WUSA Board meeting! Updates from the board are available on our website- make your voice heard. Lead by students, for students!
Think long walks on the beach and Love Island drama- minus the heartbreak, just the heat! We’re taking over Guelph Lake Conservation Area on Friday, July 11! 🚌 Busses leave DC at 2:00 PM 🏖️ Chill at the lake from 3:00 – 8:00 PM 🎟️ Tickets: → Early Bird – Waterloo undergrad: $5 → General Admission – Waterloo undergrad: $8 (available June 30) → General Admission - Waterloo Undergrad Guest Ticket: $13 (limit 1 guest per undergrad) Good vibes and great friends await — don’t miss out. Link in bio to grab your spot! 🎫🔥
POV: You might have one midterm left... but you're clocked out and already in relax mode 😮‍💨✌️
Get an exclusive glimpse of UWaterloo student life at our Faculty Ready Tours! 🌟 From student services and clubs to job opportunities and campus spaces, explore everything our campus has to offer—just for you! It’s the perfect way to get ready for all things campus life. 📍Tours begin at the SLC Marketplace and run every 15 minutes from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM on the following days: 🧡 Tuesday, July 8 – Arts 💙 Wednesday, July 9 – Science 🩷 Thursday, July 10 – Math 💜 Saturday, July 12 – Engineering 🩵 Tuesday, July 15 – Health 💚 Thursday, July 17 – Environment ➡️ Find full event details at the link in our bio. We can’t wait to show you around!
July is Disability Pride Month — and Zeus is passionate about access. 🧠♿️ If you don’t need the elevator for accessibility reasons, please consider taking the stairs Access isn’t optional for us — it’s essential For more ways you can support accessibility on campus, check out the link in our bio.
🚨 BIG NEWS, WARRIORS! 🚨 It’s time to give a massive shoutout to the students who are making waves in the UWaterloo community! 🌊💥 Do you know someone who’s been crushing it in their club, society, or governance role this term? 🎉 Now’s your chance to recognize their hustle with a #yourWUSA Volunteer Appreciation Award nomination! 🎉 Let’s make sure the changemakers get the love they deserve. 🫶🔥 📅 Deadline: Monday, July 14 @ 12 PM EST Click the 🔗 link in our bio to nominate!