Active Clubs

UW Builders Club invites all model kits enthusiasts – beginners and veterans alike - to share in the hobby of plastic model kit building, painting, and customization. This includes (but not limited to) mecha/Gundam or vehicle (e.g. cars, planes) model kits. Our goal is to build a community that can host build together sessions, tutorials, and workshops for members, and provide equipment and toolkits on loan or for purchase to serve the student community. Meetings occur weekly and everyone is...

We 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...

The UW Charity Knitting Circle is a club where students can knit, crochet, or do other fibre arts together in a relaxing, social environment. The club also has the goal of creating blankets together as members to donate to charity. Knitters and crocheters at any level of experience, including those who have never knit or crochet before, are welcome to join and either learn a new craft or develop their existing skills. Yarn and tools are provided.

The UW Chinese Instrumental Orchestra Club welcomes everyone who’s passionate about traditional Chinese music and wish to play classical Chinese instruments as part of the orchestra. The goal of playing and promoting Chinese music is expected to be achieved through bi-weekly rehearsals, bi-weekly sectional tutoring, and performances. Players at all levels are welcomed to join! Contact us through our email: uwchineseorchestra@gmail.com

UW Cuban Salsa club works closely with Laurier Salsa club and dedicates to spread the joy that Casino Rueda (Cuban Salsa) brings to all of us! Check out our Youtube videos showcasing our performances and our Twitter feed for more information!

UW Dhamaka is a club to bring together the community of Indian dancers and fuse Bollywood music and dance culture into the UW student body. The club aims to infuse the different cultural dance forms in Bollywood, such as bhangra, kathak, bolly-hop, and more.

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The UW Diabetes Association (UWDA) aims to raise awareness of diabetes and provide support for students living with diabetes. We aim to provide a network of support for students on campus because we acknowledge the challenges of managing diabetes while transitioning to university. Students living with diabetes can get the chance to meet other students and share common experiences or learn helpful management tips. All students are welcome for the opportunity to learn more about diabetes or...

Menstruation 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...

UW Kpop Club was created to bring kpop fans together and share our common interest in Korean popular culture. It will be a safe place to discuss and share kpop related topics. Members will be able to participate in events to express their interest in kpop and meet fellow kpop fans at the Unviersity of Waterloo.

The UW Management Consulting Club seeks to attract students and help them acquire the basic skills needed to succeed in pursuing opportunities in the consulting industry. Our club holds events that not only facilitate the networking process between UW students and recruiters at top consulting firms, but also prepare students to be successful in their interviews.