The Faculty of Arts offers a rich education across humanities, social sciences, and the fine, performing and media arts. Aligned with Waterloo’s strengths in work-integrated learning, our students thrive in co-op jobs, study abroad opportunities and entrepreneurship. Graduates make a difference across the world in fields such as education, business, government, health, culture and technology. Donor support plays a vital role in enhancing scholarships, research and community initiatives, and experiential opportunities, all of which empower students to achieve their education goals and enhance their preparedness for the workforce. Together, alumni and donors are making a real difference, helping students succeed and contributing to a better future for all.
“My Summer 2023 co-op term with the BlackNorth Initiative (BNI), a non-profit fighting anti-Black systemic racism in Canada, was an unforgettable experience. It was the most impactful of my four co-op terms. For the first time, I saw my work directly contribute to positive change within the organization and the communities they serve. This hands-on experience made me feel that my efforts truly mattered. Working with a non-profit was the best professional experience I’ve had, and I’m deeply grateful to those that made this opportunity possible for me and other co-op students.” - Gurkirat (AFM ‘24)
Many Waterloo students dream of careers that make a difference—but not-for-profit and non-profit organizations often lack the funds to hire a co-op student. Our Co-op for Social Good program gives Arts students the chance to develop future-ready skill sets and discover what it’s like to work in the non-profit sector, while non-profit organizations in our community benefit from our students’ entrepreneurial mindset and passion for humanity.
Give to the Faculty of Arts Co-Op for Social Good Fund
Personal connections and primary research still make all the difference in graduate education. Through the Faculty of Arts Connect 4 Success Fund, you enable our best and brightest graduate students to reach their full academic potential through travel to conferences, fieldwork and archival research, or specialized internships where they can develop invaluable new skills and form the professional relationships that will shape their future success.
Give to the Faculty of Arts Research and Travel Grants Fund
In an increasingly globalized world where geographic, economic and cultural borders are fluid, young people need skills to help them work across environments and cultures — that’s why the University of Waterloo offers many opportunities to study, work and grow abroad. But travel and living costs continue to rise, and your support gives them the chance to gain maturity, confidence and a new sense of self-reliance — and improved career prospects.
Give to the Faculty of Arts International Experience Awards Fund
The Faculty of Arts Longhouse Labs Project will help answer the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s call to ensure equitable Indigenous contributions to the cultural life of our country. This project will create opportunities for emerging Indigenous visual artists to assume leadership roles in both art and education by providing meaningful eight-month-long residencies, mentorship and exhibition opportunities at the University of Waterloo.
Give to the Faculty of Arts Longhouse Labs Fund
When you choose to give to the area of greatest need, you give the Faculty of Arts the flexibility to address new opportunities and tackle challenges as they arise. Your gifts may support initiatives such as introducing new student learning experiences and technology, addressing infrastructure needs or building up scholarships and awards to help us attract and retain outstanding students and faculty.
Give to the Faculty of Arts (Area of Greatest Need)
Without financial aid many students can’t afford to pursue higher education and realize their potential. This fund helps us attract and retain talented students, providing the support they need to successfully complete their degrees and ensure a bright future, whether they use their newfound skills in the private or public sector or continue their path in academia as researchers and educators.
Give to the Faculty of Arts Scholarships Fund