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.

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Our strategic direction is rooted in vision and strategy, guiding our decisions, priorities, and progress. Read more about our strategic direction through our Long Range Plan.

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 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.
A group of six people are gathered together in a lively indoor setting in Uptown Waterloo, where one person holds a microphone and the rest are laughing and cheering. The scene is vibrantly lit with colorful lights, creating an energetic and fun atmosphere perfect to explore Waterloo's nightlife.
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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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Students browsing Clubs and Societies Day, Student Life Centre, Waterloo
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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!

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

Who said Halloween lasts one night? 👻 We’re keeping the energy going all week 🧟‍♀️🧟‍♀️🧟‍♀️ Check out wusa.ca/boo or the link in our bio for our Halloween line up! 🖤🕸️
Still costume-less? 😱 Get inspired by our WUSA collection or find a fit at the Thrift Sidewalk Sale — October 23, 11AM–2PM, SLC Lower Atrium. Everything’s under $10! 🧡🎃
Stay strong. Stay unbothered. Stay lion 🦁 because you 🫵🏻 are a warrior 👑
🎉 We’re proud to share WUSA’s 2024–25 Impact Report — celebrating a year of incredible progress, collaboration, and student-driven change!   From launching Change Engine 💡 and bringing back Waterloo’s first major concert since 2006 🎶 to opening new student-run food spots 🍴 and finalizing our 2025–2030 Long-Range Plan, this year was all about growth and impact.   💛 Huge thanks to our 2024–25 Board of Directors for their leadership and dedication to empowering student voices! 📘 Want to dive deeper? Read the full report on our website — link in bio.
Join us for the Student Services Roundtable 🗣️ 📅 October 21 | 11 AM – 12:30 PM 📍 SLC Your WUSA Directors want to hear from YOU: ✨ What’s been most useful? ✨ What do you wish existed? ✨ What’s your vision for the future of student services? Help shape the next chapter of how WUSA supports you — and grab a slice while you’re at it! 🍕💛 link in bio for more information.
No chairs, geese, laptops, or coop students were harmed in the making of this video 🫣🫣🦆🪑👩‍🎓
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Send this to someone to open their phone for NO REASON😎
Reading week ➜ don’t know if I’ll read, but I’ll still have a week 🤪❤️‍🔥🫣🫩🫶🏻