Welcome to Mathematics
The University of Waterloo's Faculty of Mathematics has the largest concentration of mathematical and computer science talent in the world. Perhaps the best testimony to Waterloo's standing and exceptional reputation is the quality and many achievements of the Faculty's teachers, researchers, alumni and students. With more than 8,000 graduate and undergraduate students, 240 full-time professors, and 500 courses in mathematics, statistics and computer science, the Faculty is a powerhouse of discovery and innovation.
News
- June 16, 2017Spring Convocation 2017
Congratulations to today's graduates and honorees!
From the University of Waterloo Daily Bulletin:
Today, graduating students in the Faculty of Mathematics will receive their degrees. Follow along with the Convocation livestream.
- June 6, 2017Rudi Chen wins the Jessie W. H. Zou Memorial Award
The sixth annual Jessie W.H. Zou Memorial Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research has been awarded to graduating student Rudi Chen.
Rudi was nominated by Professor Peter van Beek, with whom he worked as an NSERC undergraduate research assistant. He is completing Bachelor of Computer Science degree.
- May 19, 2017Researchers recieve Early Researcher Awards
Eighteen University of Waterloo researchers have received Early Researcher Awards worth $2.5 million. The announcement is part of larger investment by the Province of Ontario aimed at advancing Ontario’s competitive edge. Two of those researchers are members of the Faculty of Mathematics.
Each researcher will receive $140,000 over five years plus an additional $50,000 from the University.
Events
- July 18, 2017Math/CS Alumni Networking Reception in San Francisco
The Faculty of Mathematics is hosting a networking reception for all Math/CS alumni living in the San Francisco area in honor of the Faculty's 50th Anniversary!
Join us and your fellow alumni on Tuesday, July 18th for drinks and appetizers at The Hidden Vine.
- July 20, 2017Math 101
Math 101 is a one-day, free program for all incoming Math undergraduate students and their parents or family members.
- July 26 to 27, 201750th Anniversary - Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science Conference
Visit the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science 50th anniversary site for details.








