In 2027, the Faculty of Mathematics turns 60. It’s a perfect opportunity for Mathies everywhere to don their finest pink ties, celebrate our storied past and look ahead to a bright future. Fittingly, it’s also the year our newest building, Mathematics 4 (M4), opens.
This stunning space will be the foundation for our next 60 years of discovery. It will give our students and researchers the tools they need to continue shaping technology and solving global challenges. With innovative classrooms and collaboration spaces, cutting edge labs for AI, quantum and cryptography, and a unique energy efficient server room, M4 will unlock our full innovation potential.
By making a gift on Giving Day to M4 and the Faculty of Mathematics, you can honour our past while powering the future.
Did you know that an AI query uses about 10x the electricity of a standard web search? Or that computing already consumes 5 percent of the world’s total daily electricity – and that’s only expected to grow?
Waterloo researchers and students are tackling this challenge head‑on. Recently, Dr. Martin Karsten, Professor in the Cheriton School of Computer Science, and Peter Kai (MMath ’23) created a simple 30‑line Linux modification that could reduce data‑centre energy consumption by up to 30%.
Math 4 will accelerate this momentum. It will feature the Green Room – an energy‑efficient server environment that will give researchers unprecedented insight into computing’s energy use and enable breakthroughs in sustainable computing.
Mathematics 4 (M4) will be a stunning five-story, 120,000-square-foot building that will feature dynamic classrooms and event space, state-of-the-art labs and an efficient server room that will spur advances in green computing.
The Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing (CEMC) seeks to increase interest, enjoyment, confidence, and ability in mathematics and computer science among learners and educators, from grades K to 12, in Canada and internationally.
The Entrepreneurship Fund develops the next generation of Waterloo founders by making possible dynamic entrepreneurship programming, including pitch competitions, hackathons, alumni talks, conferences and one-on-one mentorship.
Women in Mathematics (WiM) advocates for and supports women and gender minorities who are interested in studying mathematics and who seek careers in mathematics.
Women in Computer Science (WiCS) ensures talented young women and gender minorities entering into computer science studies have access to programming and strategic supports aimed to build a strong pipeline of future female leaders in this traditionally male-dominated field.
The General Fund allows the Faculty of Mathematics to address technology gaps, infrastructure needs, and to help us attract and retain outstanding students and faculty.