Active Clubs
Amnesty International
Last Active TermAmnesty International is a non-profit organization that operates worldwide with over 8 million members around the world. This club will advocate for the protection of individuals and is focused on the promotion of human rights. UW’s amnesty international chapter strives to provide awareness to students, faculty, and alumni about the human rights violations that occur globally. By being a member, you would actively be working to take a stand against the abuse to one's freedom.
Debate Society, UW (Debating Association)
Last Active TermOur purpose is to hone our skills for competitive debate, within the CUSID (Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate) and beyond. We do this through lessons on improving debate and public speaking, attending/hosting intercollegiate debate tournaments, socials and other events.
Greek Council (formerly FSA)
Last Active TermUWaterloo Greek Council is an umbrella organization that collectively represents all the Fraternities and Sororities at UWaterloo. Greek Life is a community where we strive to improve our school and community by hosting philanthropic events and supporting school events. Strong bonds and lifelong friendships also formed within individual chapters and the Greek community in general. Come out to a Greek Council meeting and see what it's all about!
Mock Trial Club
Last Active TermWant to be part of a real-life Suits cast? Join our club today! We host and participate in mock trial court simulations, both recreationally and competitively. Come out and meet others interested in law, no matter your program. No experience is necessary!
North African Student Association
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Whether you're from North Africa ( Morocco, Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Mauritania ) or have roots in the region, or are simply passionate about exploring diverse cultures, NASA welcomes you. Join our community and be part of a dynamic group that celebrates the beauty of North Africa while fostering unity and understanding.
SOCH Mental Health UW
Last Active TermSOCH Mental Health UW is a chapter of the SOCH Mental Health organization. In Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, the word SOCH means "to think" or "a thought". The founders of the SOCH Mental Health Organization brought this word to represent their mission as they believe to combat the stigma around mental health, we must change the way our community "thinks" about mental health. The mission of UW SOCH is to empower the community members of our university environment to recognize and accept mental...
Socialist Fightback Club at Waterloo University
Last Active TermThe Socialist Fightback Club serves as a base for socialist politics on the UW campus. Education on questions of theory, history, economy, philosophy, on contemporary issues and movements are regular discussed and debated in the club, often through our publications, discussion groups and public events. In the past year, for example, we have held discussions on the topic of the economic crisis, the need to organize, the Oka Crisis, and on the basic tenets of socialist theory.
UW Book Club
Last Active TermA social club for people to gather and discuss various literary works of the written format, both fiction and non-fiction. And can include a variety of topics that include (but is not limited to): Science, science fiction, fantasy, suspense/thriller, romance, self-help, business/technology, etc
UW Canadian Association for Global Health (UW CAGH)
Last Active TermWe are the University of Waterloo Student Chapter of the Canadian Association for Global Health (UW CAGH). We represent a student-led initiative designed to foster research and networking in global health among University of Waterloo students across all disciplines. Our goal is to engage with students interested in global health research or who may be considering a career in the field of global health, to open opportunities for professional development.
UW CAGH runs termly general member...
UW EmpowerCycle
Last Active TermMenstruation is often stigmatized across diverse cultures and communities and is associated with negative connotations. UW Empower Cycle is an organization that is committed to uplifting and empowering marginalized women in period poverty, which is a crucial public health concern. Period poverty refers to the inability of women to access menstrual products due to financial constraints. It is estimated that Canadian women spend up to $6,000 in their lifetime on menstrual hygiene products. At...