This past April 22 was the 55th Earth Day celebrated around the world, with billions of people participating in Earth Day activities. Including on campus, with the UW Sustainability Office Earth Day planting of 175 native trees and […]
In a significant step toward improving housing accessibility for graduate students, UW launched a new pilot program that guarantees on-campus housing for a select group of newly admitted PhD students (who are not currently or previously enrolled in any type […]
If you’ve walked past the Grad House recently and caught sight of a full-sized Holstein cow lounging near the entrance, don’t worry—you’re not hallucinating from too much coffee. That’s Siegler, our newest and most eye-catching […]
In Princess Mononoke (1997), Hayao Miyazaki crafts a masterful narrative focused on the fragile thread that binds humanity to the natural world. Set in Japan’s Muromachi period, the film unfolds like a myth unearthed […]
Have you ever considered how brands such as Zara, H&M, Uniqlo, and Shein are able to release new collections at such quick paces and low prices? The reality is that these brands have traded ethical practices for keeping […]
The final stretch of the term is here, and while exams and projects might be calling your name, that doesn’t mean your weekend has to be all stress and no fun! Take a well-deserved break with these exciting and affordable […]
This past week, just as they do every year, the clocks sprang forward an hour. Although daylight saving time does mean more opportunity to enjoy the sunshine and make the most of all the beautiful days ahead this […]
“Where do you see yourself in five years? How about in ten years?” Usually these future planning questions are directed at people, particularly youth, who are expected to be thinking about a personal life plan. “Where do you […]
Are you looking for ways to add more sustainable practices to your life? Consider these eight sustainable swaps to lower your consumption of new or disposable products, save money, and create a positive impact on our environment!
The Office of Indigenous Relations, University of Waterloo School of Architecture in Cambridge, and Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Centre (SOAHAC) will be hosting a social this evening on Feb. […]
