Throughout 2022, the University of Waterloo set out to answer: What do we aspire to be known for by our 100th anniversary in 2057? As the University launches Waterloo at 100, this latest edition of our ENVision newsletter shares the stories of how Environment embodies the shared values outlined in the new strategic vision. With stories that highlight the accomplishments of our new and seasoned alumni as well as our faculty and doctoral researchers, Environment continues to be a community of curious, collaborative, and innovative problem-solvers and leaders. Keep reading to learn more.
In the coming months, I look forward to speaking with our alumni and broader community at our upcoming events and engagement opportunities about your aspirations for Waterloo and the Faculty. Thank you for staying connected and please share your thoughts with us.
“You don’t have to be perfect; you just have to work hard at something you love.” That’s the secret behind Paramvir Singh’s success. The new graduate earned his Bachelor of Environmental Studies (BES) this June and graduated at the top of his class, receiving the Alumni Gold Medal for outstanding academic achievement in the Faculty of Environment as well as the Departmental Award for distinguished academic achievement in Geomatics.
Waterloo grad Dr. Raphael Anammasiya Ayambire returned to recognize and encourage the Faculty of Environment’s class of ’23 in his convocation address.
Alumni Carly, Cody, Stuart, Anthony, Humberto and Deirdre reflect on their experiences as student-athletes and how a new Environment Student-Athlete Award, generously supported by lead alumni donor Derek Coleman, will help cultivate current students’ passion for sport and shape their lives.
Kris Kolenc (BES ’16) breaks down the environmental and social factors that make a commercial building sustainable, and shares exciting career opportunities in this field.
ENV alumni flooded campus to enjoy a lecture from Dean Bruce Frayne, meet with old friends, celebrate milestone anniversaries and see how our institution has changed.
Waterloo researchers completed the first comprehensive analysis of e-waste in Canada and found that electronic waste has tripled and is steadily growing.
Waterloo researchers analyzed the effects of Canada’s carbon price regime on the economy.
CLASS NOTES
Wondering what your classmates have been up to? Find out who’s been promoted, who’s launched a new project, who’s published a book and who’s started a family. Catch up, then submit an update of your own for next issue’s Class Notes.
