David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science

The Cheriton School of Computer Science is named for David R. Cheriton, who earned his PhD in Computer Science at the University of Waterloo in 1978. In 2005, Professor Cheriton made a transformational gift to the school that supports named chairs, faculty fellowships, and graduate scholarships.

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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Meet the 2025 Computer Science Schulich Leaders

Five outstanding first-year students are joining the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science through the Schulich Leader Scholarships program — Canada's most coveted undergraduate scholarships in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

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Friday, September 5, 2025

Spurring growth at Faire

Waterloo co-op students are making strides in the business and technology sector with transformative innovations.  

As more consumers choose to shop local, Waterloo students and alumni at Faire — an online wholesale platform connecting independent retailers with unique brands — are co-developing tools that strengthen local economies and empower small businesses to thrive. 

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Thursday, September 4, 2025

Shai Ben-David named 2025 Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada

Professor Shai Ben-David has been named a 2025 Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, the highest national recognition for researchers in the arts, humanities, social sciences and sciences.

He is among 102 individuals across Canada elected this year for their exceptional scholarly, scientific and artistic achievements.

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