University of Waterloo Faculty of Health

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Building a healthier world 🖤💛 (formerly Applied Health Sciences) #UWaterlooHealth

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Welcome to the Faculty of Health at the University of Waterloo. Check here to keep up to date on news and events in the Faculty, ask questions about our programs, and connect with the UWaterloo Health community. The Faculty of Health specializes in the prevention of illness and injury, and the optimization of health and well-being throughout the lifespan, at work and at leisure. Transdisciplinary teaching and research activities encompass the full scope of research-to-practice-to-policy and aim to enhance all aspects of quality of life at the individual, community and population levels. Our Faculty is comprised of three academic units: School of Public Health Sciences, Kinesiology and Health Sciences, and Recreation and Leisure Studies, and is home to approximately 400 full- and part-time graduate and 1,700 undergraduate students. The Faculty offers BA, BSc, BPH, MA, MPH, MHI, MHE, MSc and PhD degrees, including an online degrees in Public Health, Health Informatics, and Health Evaluation; and collaborative PhD programs in Aging, Health and Well-being, and in Work and Health. Our 10,000+ alumni work in the public, private and voluntary/non-profit sectors and are regarded for their innovative, evidence-based approaches to health promotion and disease prevention.

Website: https://uwaterloo.ca/health/
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Company size: 201-500 employees
Headquarters: Waterloo, Ontario

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Join us for an important conversation on First Nations health and the future of health care. The Hallman Lecture welcomes Dr. Cornelia (Nel) Wieman for a discussion on First Nations health, health system transformation and creating more culturally safe and equitable health care. The lecture takes place, Tuesday, October 6 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Optometry 1129. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g7i2xRJs
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Congratulations to Dr. Steve Mock, Associate Professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, on receiving the 2026 Faculty of Health Teaching Award! Recognized for his thoughtful and inclusive approach to teaching, Mock creates meaningful learning experiences that support students from diverse academic backgrounds. Learn more about this recognition: https://lnkd.in/dHhhbjSf
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Five years ago today, on September 27, 2021, we unveiled two #ElderWisdom benches on the University of Waterloo campus, a generous gift from our friends at Schlegel Villages. Even as COVID protocols kept our gathering small and outdoors, the message behind the benches was expansive: our communities are stronger when we make time and space to listen to the wisdom of our elders. The benches are part of the Green Bench campaign, launched by Schlegel Villages in 2015 to celebrate the knowledge, stories, and lived experiences of older adults. This anniversary feels especially poignant following the recent passing of Dr. Ron Schlegel. To me, the Green Bench is now also a reminder of Ron himself, a gentle giant whose life reflected a remarkable commitment to family, community, and service to others. His example reminds us that preparing for our future selves is not simply about growing older. It is about how we live today, the relationships we nurture, the communities we strengthen, and the wisdom we leave for those who follow. #ElderWisdom #GreenBench #Community #HealthyAging Schlegel Villages Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) Vivek Goel University of Waterloo Faculty of Health University of Waterloo
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Congratulations to our Spring 2026 Faculty of Health Teaching Assistant Award recipients! • Hua-Bin Lin, Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences • Raquel Watkis, School of Public Health Sciences •David Pulgarin-Mesa, Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies Thank you for your commitment to supporting students and creating meaningful learning experiences. Congratulations to all three recipients on this well-deserved recognition! School of Public Health Sciences
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Were you at Homecoming 2026? This year we brought back the Kinesiology class of 1976 along with the Kinesiology and Health Studies classes of 2006 to reconnect and create more memories. Together with classmates, they were able to explore the new areas of campus, hear from Dean Lili Liu for a 'then, now and next' update on the Faculty and, of course, enjoy some good food, good laughs and memories. Some friendships have stayed close. Others haven’t crossed paths in years. Reunions offer an opportunity to gather again, share stories and see where life has taken one another over the years. Are you thinking about a reunion for your class? Reach out to Katelyn Gordner (Doerbecker) to begin planning your day. University of Waterloo Alumni School of Public Health Sciences
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The Faculty of Health remembers and honours friend and visionary Dr. Ron Schlegel, who passed away this week. A former professor in the Faculty, Schlegel helped establish a health studies department and contributed to the development of master’s and doctoral programs. In 2005, he received an Honorary Doctorate from the University in recognition of his contributions and leadership. He remained a tireless advocate for elder care, later founding Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA), and creating joint research chairs, five of which are currently based in UWaterloo Health. His vision and generosity have shaped the way we age in Canada, and his legacy will continue through this valued partnership. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g2gDsP5a School of Public Health Sciences University of Waterloo Alumni
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Join us for an important conversation on First Nations health and the future of health care. The Hallman Lecture welcomes Dr. Cornelia (Nel) Wieman for a discussion on First Nations health, health system transformation and creating more culturally safe and equitable health care. The lecture takes place, Tuesday, October 6 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Optometry 1129. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g7i2xRJs
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What a great way to start University of Waterloo Homecoming! Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s Faculty of Health Fun Run. It was wonderful to see students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends come together for a morning of movement, connection and community. A special thank you to our volunteers and sponsors for helping make this year’s Fun Run possible. We are already looking forward to next year! University of Waterloo Alumni Lili Liu #UWaterlooHomecoming #UWaterloo #FunRun
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How do Black women in Canada experience and manage multiple chronic health conditions, and does stress and race-based trauma impact the distribution and onset of multimorbidity among Black women? These are the questions driving the research of Raquel Watkins, a PhD Candidate in the Aging, Health, and Well-being program in the School of Public Health Sciences, under the supervision of Dr. Samantha Meyer. Raquel's dissertation examines the complex landscape of multimorbidity among Black women using a three-stage mixed-methods approach. Her research begins by establishing an international baseline through a systematic review, then explores the lived experiences of Black women in Canada through qualitative interviews and culminates in a pan-Canadian survey examining disease onset and the relationships between perceived stress, race-based traumatic stress, and multimorbidity. By addressing critical gaps in health data and amplifying the voices of Black women, her work contributes to a deeper understanding of health equity, chronic disease prevention, and healthy aging. The findings have the potential to inform more culturally responsive healthcare practices and policies, while supporting earlier interventions and equity-driven health management strategies. Learn more about Raquel's research and academic journey: https://lnkd.in/g-5WZnBV
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It's almost go-time for the Faculty of Health Fun Run! Join us on Saturday, September 19, for a morning of walking, running and having fun together! Choose between 2.5 or 5 kilometres around Ring Road and enjoy a great morning with members of the Waterloo community. Then head over to the other Homecoming activities! Haven’t signed up yet? There’s still time! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gDmV-GEg University of Waterloo University of Waterloo Alumni University of Waterloo Recreation and Leisure Studies School of Public Health Sciences
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