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

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

Discover Events

Discover Events

Whether you are a new or returning student we have plenty of events planned for you this fall.

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!

  • January 15, 2024

    WUSA General Election: Nomination Period NOW Open!

  • January 15, 2024 @ 9:30 AM

    Pancake Brunch

  • January 15, 2024 @ 10:00 AM

    Esports Gaming Lounge

  • January 15, 2024 @ 7:30 PM

    Trivia Night

The Latest from Waterloo

News & Updates

News & Updates

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

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

Surviving and Thriving: How Do You Handle Mental Health? 🌟 Share your strategies and let's inspire each other! 💬
What are some of your winter essentials? ❄️☃️🌨️ Dive into the cozy chaos at @wusathrift before they close for the term on December 7th! 🧤🧣🧦#SnuggleSeason #WusaThrift"
Feeling stressed or just wanting some extra love and support? Join us for our Therapy Dogs event! 🐶❤️  Take a 🐾 paws 🐾 from your day on Friday, November 24th and visit the SLC Black & Gold Room from 12-1 pm to hang out with our paw-some friends on a mission to spread love and bring smiles.   Our furry friends will help wag your worries away while helping to reduce stress and anxiety. We’re sure you’ll have a paws-itive time. 🥰  We look forward to seeing you there! ➡️ This free event is open to all Waterloo undergrad students. Visit the 🔗 in our bio for details.   #uofwaterloo #uwaterloolife #wusatherapydogs
Are you passionate about quality of education, housing, affordability, or international student needs? Be the decision maker! Set the strategy of your student association, guide the financial, legal, and contractual affairs, and represent undergraduate students among stakeholders.   Run for a position on the 2024-2025 WUSA Board of Directors. These are 12-month positions. Hours per week vary between roles and an honorarium is available.   The 13 elected positions include:
11 Directors  
1 President
1 Vice President   The application takes a bit of work, and you need to have it in by Monday, January 15th at 11:59 pm. More details about the #yourWUSA General Election, including important dates, can be found in the link in our bio. 💻     Have any questions? Email cro@wusa.ca   #UWaterloo #UWaterlooLife
Join us on November 27-30 with #yourWUSA in collaboration with Recreation and Leisure Studies (Rec 120) in the SLC Great Hall as we highlight the importance of mental health with many free activities on campus. 🥰 We’ll be celebrating Wellness Week, a week-long of activities aimed at wellness and well-being. 🧘   Embrace the power of being you and wellness as you dive into a week of activities and fun! 😍 ➡️ Check out the full schedule in the 🔗 in bio.   Hope to see you there!     #uwaterloo #uwaterloolife #wusawellnessweek #selfcare
Need a break from your day? 🤔 Unleash your inner creativity and discover the power of art therapy. 🎨 This event of relaxation and creativity is designed just for you! Discover the power of art therapy to calm your mind and rejuvenate your spirit! 🤩   📅 Date: November 24th, 2023
🕰️ Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm  
📍 Venue: SLC Multi-purpose room   Participants will be able to engage in artmaking. 🖌️ All materials will be provided for your art exploration. This free drop-in event is open to all Waterloo undergraduate students.     The best memories are created when you’re in the company of friends, so don’t forget to bring a friend and unwind together! ➡️ Visit the 🔗 in bio for details.       #uofwaterloo #uwaterloolife #arttherapy #WUSAmindfulcreations
At WUSA, we're committed to ensuring that the voices and concerns of University of Waterloo students are front and center in our provincial advocacy efforts with @ousahome 🗣️   We invite you to be a part of the change! If you're passionate about addressing critical issues, we're looking for dedicated individuals to participate in focus group sessions on topics like Addressing Racism and Religious Discrimination, International Students and International Education, and Gender-Based and Sexual Violence Prevention and Response.   Those who attend the focus groups will also be paid $30 💸 in a gift card of their choice.   Your input will shape meaningful and impactful change. Join us in making a difference and advocating for a brighter future. 🌟   Visit the link in our bio to learn more!
At #yourWUSA our volunteers make a really large impact in the Waterloo community from our club executives, society executives, governance members, O-Team, and Welcome Week volunteers. 🙌 Thank you for making a difference in the lives of the Waterloo students and your commitment to our mission! 🙏❤️ #UWaterloo #UWaterloolife #volunteerappreciation
Meet the faces behind WUSA's Board!🌟 Our Board of Directors plays a crucial role in guiding our journey, overseeing financial, human resources, legal, and contractual matters. 📈 Get to know the different board members, including the President, Vice-President, and our at-large directors, elected annually every Winter. 🗳️   Curious about our plans? 📋 Check out our Annual Plan on the website to see what projects are in focus this year. 🌐 We're committed to transparency, with monthly meetings where we discuss progress, student advocacy, and more. 🗓️ All meetings are recorded, and you can find agendas and minutes on our site. 📹   Join us at our Roundtable event on November 14th to dive deeper into what the Board does, and chat with some of the members to learn more🗣️ #StudentGovernance #MakeADifference #GetInvolved