Hello and welcome to the Waterloo Engineering community! My name is Pallavi Hukerikar and I will be your First Year Commissioner with the Engineering Society this fall. My directors and I are excited to be running some great events to help you adjust to university and learn more about all the great aspects of the Engineering faculty.
Our First Year Mentoring Program links first year students with upper years in the same program. Throughout the term there will be numerous events for you to interact with your mentor and other mentees. Mentors are there to answer any questions you may have and to guide you along during your first year.
The numerous events run by the Engineering Society would not be possible without our wonderful directors. Directors plan and run events such as Coffeehouses, EngPlay (engineering play), snowboarding trips, and so many more! Our First Year Directorship Mentoring program matches incoming students with our existing fall directors so that first year students can get the opportunity to learn what it’s like to be an Engineering Society director.
The First Year Engineering Leadership Conference (FYELC) is a two-day conference that will be held at the University of Waterloo on October 2nd and 3rd. Delegates will get the chance to meet other first years while attending sessions designed to help you adapt to university life, network with industry leaders, and learn about the coop process.
This year we will also be having a University 101 workshop to pass along a lot of tips about school, coop, and everyday life.
Throughout the term you can find out more about all these events by reading our First Year Newsletter. It’s a great way to stay in the loop with the Engineering Society. You can also find out about these events under the First Year tab on the Engineering Society website here: engsoc.uwaterloo.ca/events/first-year, where you can also sign up for our mailing list.
Going to university is a huge step in your life and I hope to provide with you with the guidance you need to succeed. If you have any questions or comments feel free to send me an email at firstyear@engsoc.uwaterloo.ca. Again, welcome to Waterloo, and I wish you the best of luck with your first year!
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