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cneo24l	1	t3_2rc01r	t3_2rc01r	8pi	Very dependent on what kind of music you like to listen to...	2015-01-04T20:48:39	null	false	false	300
cnepusa	1	t3_2rcanp	t3_2rcanp	chxistine	As the other person said, it's not a class. People just talk about the research, and now and then you get the occasional co-op presentation, physclub elections, or maybe a powerpoint on grad school or the CAP exams. I'm gonna go out on a hunch and say 90% of the people in physics don't go to it. With that being said, I don't go it anymore lol but I add it every year anyways since it makes my list of courses in Jobmine look bigger ahahaha.	2015-01-04T21:43:38	2B Physics	false	false	301
cneomv7	1	t3_2rcvge	t3_2rcvge	[deleted]	Making your own food is cheaper than anything.	2015-01-04T21:06:07	null	false	false	302
cneodlc	1	t3_2rcut4	t3_2rcut4	AetherThought	You do know we have a "report" button for comments you think are inappropriate.	2015-01-04T20:58:14	3A Comp Eng	false	false	303
cneptu2	1	t3_2rc01r	t3_2rc01r	Stevethepinkeagle	102.1 out of Toronto is pretty good, 88.1 is selective. I think 107.1 and 107.7 work for rock/classic rock 97.3 (70's, 80's, 90's) works everywhere, along with 99.9 (pop) 95.7 is rock/country out of Barrie, works sometimes and a few more I saw an ad for a station across from Burrito Boyz, over the Wine Rack, at King/University. Can't remember what it was though... :/ Just play with the dial, the signal can be pretty crap (especially downtown) but it mostly works.	2015-01-04T21:42:46	Geo & Aviation	false	false	304
cnemhsb	1	t3_2rbsw0	t3_2rbsw0	sievernich	[socialpouch](http://socialpouch.com/) is worth giving a look. While they show a lot of UWaterloo specific events, it does show "open to the public" events too.	2015-01-04T20:01:07	null	false	false	305
cnepvnu	1	t3_2rb1zx	t3_2rb1zx	chosen-wun	Labs normally start second week. First week is check in Unless you are in Chem 360 6 hour lab on Monday :D	2015-01-04T21:44:25	null	false	false	306
cnemqvy	-1	t3_2rc01r	t3_2rc01r	honhonhonFRFR	spotify	2015-01-04T20:08:54	null	false	false	307
cnepx0t	-2	t3_2rcut4	t3_2rcut4	MyLifeIsAFacade	I'm glad to see a post like this, /r/mujuras, because you bring up a good point about the University of Waterloo community; it's bad. I don't know if its a result of the high number of enrolled students, or the type of students which apply, but it all feels cold and disconnected. Though what you're likely seeing is just people being assholes on the internet because they can get away with it, or 18 year old kids who have finally been let free and are discovering themselves (spoiler: they discover they're assholes).	2015-01-04T21:45:33	1B Honours Biology	false	false	308
cner3nn	10	t3_2rcut4	t1_cnepx0t	twofactorial	I think its foolish and unfair to many of Waterloo's students if you just make the assumption that the community is "bad" based off of reddit. Only a fraction of Waterloo's students use reddit ([~30k undergraduates] (https://uwaterloo.ca/about/who-we-are/waterloo-facts)). To further break it down, only a fraction of those who use this subreddit are "trolls". For you to come up with a ignorant statement like that is what tarnishes the community's reputation. I've worked in many orientation and university recruitment events, and I know for a fact that there are always students across all faculties that are lining up to volunteer to welcome first-year students and prospective students. I find it amazing how you can just label your school with negativity in such a short time (1A honours bio .. going into 1B?). Have you even gone out to meet people or make an effort to reach out to the community? Or is your community sitting at home in front of reddit? You may have had bad experiences with the school, but your time here has just begun. You have a long way to go. This university isn't perfect, but its far from "cold and disconnected". Sometimes you have to make an effort too.	2015-01-04T22:22:36	3B Statistics	false	false	309
cnerz4t	9	t3_2rcut4	t3_2rcut4	twofactorial	I understand your frustration, but there are bound to be trolls on forums and subreddits across the universities. I will have to say, each year the admission averages change based on demand for a particular program, as well as many other factors. It is near impossible for anyone to tell you an accurate % that will guarantee admission. If someone makes a "I have X% going into the first OUAC trasmission" thread, then they have to understand that in reality, the responses they are getting has a chance of being misleading/not accurate. The only people in the world that can tell you if you will be accepted or not is the Admissions officer that makes the decision. And even in the beginning of the year, the admissions officer cannot guarantee a place for anyone. I've worked at the University Fair for Waterloo three years in a row, and we are instructed not to give guarantees about anything. We have to stick to the guidebook, and thats the best we can do for you. With regard to "repeated high school courses", you can find that information [here](https://uwaterloo.ca/find-out-more/admissions/repeated-courses). Again, students are not admissions officers, and there is absolutely no way anyone can know how admission officers make their choices on who is in and who is out. Essentially, if you ask admissions questions to students, you're in the wrong place. Students do not decide who gets to go into what program; The admissions officers do. If you ask students about admissions, the best they can do is give you their experiences, and even then, there are so many cases, and a few outliers/trolls do not represent the entire population. Personally, I found that AMAs (you can find them on studentawards) were very useful. TLDR; I think if you want to ask students about Waterloo, or any other school, it should be about first-year experiences and program workload. IF you want to ask about admissions, you may be given misleading information, because students are not admissions officers. The internet is full of trolls, and I can understand your frustration. If you have any questions feel free to PM me I can try my best to help you, or direct you to help.	2015-01-04T22:49:42	3B Statistics	false	false	310
cnes2cq	3	t3_2rd75f	t3_2rd75f	twofactorial	https://uwaterloo.ca/learn-help/students/frequently-asked-questions > Courses are made available to students on the first day of classes. Access to courses from the previous term will be disabled on that day as well. >Some instructors may ask that a course be opened early and in that case, your instructor will likely send the class an email to let you know that this has occurred.	2015-01-04T22:52:35	3B Statistics	false	false	311
cness02	3	t3_2rcut4	t1_cner3nn	PPewt	There are a surprising amount of people here who go to class, avoid talking to anyone, go home the moment class is over, and then wonder why they can't meet anyone or find things to do.	2015-01-04T23:16:07	BCS	false	false	312
cnes7im	3	t3_2rculi	t3_2rculi	aqazwsx1	Only in Rush Hour movies.	2015-01-04T22:57:14	engineering	false	false	313
cneqf0u	3	t3_2rbtgt	t1_cnema6h	worldwise001	You can also use Skype to call actual phones; here are their rates: http://www.skype.com/en/rates/ .	2015-01-04T22:00:52	PhD CS (CrySP/IR)	false	false	314
cnes5oy	3	t3_2rc01r	t3_2rc01r	mygocarp	I mostly listen to CBC Radio one on 89.1. CBC Radio two on 90.7 is good for music.	2015-01-04T22:55:34	CS	false	false	315
cnesmhy	2	t3_2rcuss	t1_cnes62q	lolcatsswag	I don't think he got one, or if he did he doesn't have it anymore.	2015-01-04T23:10:58	4B Chemistry	false	false	316
cnes62q	2	t3_2rcuss	t3_2rcuss	aqazwsx1	oh shit my mom graduated in 1984 too Also, why don't you just ask your dad for his class photo...?	2015-01-04T22:55:55	engineering	false	false	317
cnets0j	2	t3_2rdcdl	t3_2rdcdl	Chris24	Yes, this is appearing incorrectly for some people (including me). http://www.reddit.com/r/uwaterloo/comments/2qzq96/fees_not_arranged_on_learn/	2015-01-04T23:50:51	4A CS	false	false	318
cnesce7	1	t3_2rd75f	t3_2rd75f	clockworks123	i've got the same situation...gonna have to play the waiting game -_-	2015-01-04T23:01:34	null	false	false	319
cner759	1	t3_2r9k5e	t1_cne9fys	beginner12345	The MLS fucking sucks	2015-01-04T22:25:35	null	false	false	320
cnerz9f	1	t3_2rcr17	t1_cnerb65	pentakillace	what are werehangers? or did you mean there "definitely were hangars for em"?	2015-01-04T22:49:48	null	false	false	321
cneqhgp	1	t3_2rcwb1	t1_cneq3zw	WHEEEEEEEEEW	I'll have a look, thanks!	2015-01-04T22:03:03	null	false	false	322
cnes4cs	1	t3_2rd75f	t1_cnes2cq	Sahib201	Thanks!	2015-01-04T22:54:20	null	false	false	323
cnewglz	15	t3_2rcuss	t1_cneulsa	TheSpektor	At Waterloo? Definitely not.	2015-01-05T01:40:23	Legalease	false	false	324
cneut1r	3	t3_2rculi	t3_2rculi	mercurycc	I am pretty sure you only get that in the states. None of the restaurants in Toronto gives out those boxes.	2015-01-05T00:28:40	BCS	false	false	325
cnewse0	1	t3_2r9k5e	t3_2r9k5e	gnoolretaw	it totally depends on the prof. my prof used it as lecture when I took it	2015-01-05T01:56:57	mathematics	false	false	326
cneuqj4	1	t3_2rc01r	t3_2rc01r	trivia1	88.3 CJIQ Tri-city Rock-Alternative was my station when I drove in Waterloo, but it's only going to be your thing if you like Rock-Alternative and don't mind students being the DJs (it's run out of Conestoga College).	2015-01-05T00:25:53	BCS from SJU alum	false	false	327
cneulho	1	t3_2rd75f	t3_2rd75f	shellderp	12:00 am. It's up now.	2015-01-05T00:20:22	CS 2015	false	false	328
cneytba	3	t3_2rcwb1	t3_2rcwb1	xtothel	The Bay at The Conestoga Mall has a time shop. It is right behind/in the watch section. Just walk straight when you enter the store.	2015-01-05T03:59:53	null	false	false	329
cnex897	2	t3_2rcut4	t3_2rcut4	goatss	That's because those questions are asked all the time. People who can't do a simple search are going to have a bad time with the internet folk.	2015-01-05T02:20:00	Dimension Breaker	false	false	330
cnf04pb	5	t3_2rdxmf	t3_2rdxmf	kirawr	If you're shipping with Canada Post, you might be able to ask to pick up at post office/ship to post office (Wal-Mart has this option). DHL/Purolator has pickup offices up near conestoga mall and Fedex is at waterloo plaza. UPS is in the middle of nowhere inaccessible via public transit in Kitchener somewhere iirc.	2015-01-05T05:48:32	4A BBA/BCS - Raincouverite	false	false	331
cneyybu	1	t3_2rdxmf	t3_2rdxmf	Tachyhydrite	Ive heard of people shipping it to the residences front desk. Dunno if true though. Send them an email	2015-01-05T04:10:45	null	false	false	332
cnf1tbj	4	t3_2rcuss	t3_2rcuss	pondering_stuff5	I would try asking the alumni office.They might have some idea where the old pictures go.	2015-01-05T07:56:12	4A arts	false	false	333
cnf1aop	3	t3_2r9ub7	t1_cndyiq2	yourmomismyotherride	"I think there are lots of people who would benefit from less hours of self-study rather than going to lectures" You mean more hours right? The fewer lectures you attend, the more self-study you need.	2015-01-05T07:20:51	null	false	false	334
cnf1phj	3	t3_2r9ub7	t1_cnf1aop	PPewt	Sorry, awkwardly worded. I mean to say that they'd need less time on their own than the amount of time is used in class to cover the same amount of material, but that the main hurdle for many people is making sure they commit even that much.	2015-01-05T07:49:15	BCS	false	false	335
cnf13jc	2	t3_2rcut4	t3_2rcut4	thegooseandthegander	i suggest you talk to your academic advisor.	2015-01-05T07:06:27	science	false	false	336
cnf1nuh	2	t3_2rdxmf	t1_cnf04pb	aelya31	Ups has pickups at their retail locations s last I checked.	2015-01-05T07:46:12	mathematics - alumni	false	false	337
cnf0l9q	1	t3_2rbsw0	t3_2rbsw0	BluberryMuffin	The UW Observatory offers [tours and star gazing](https://uwaterloo.ca/science/events/observatory-night) once a month. I went with my Astro class once, we got to see the rings of Saturn and a few other things. It was really freaking cool.	2015-01-05T06:26:55	4A CS	false	false	338
cnf0ck9	1	t3_2r5npj	t3_2r5npj	kirawr	If your with bell, go talk to their retention team, ask to be transferred when you call in. I got myself an equivalent student deal offer but no contract and isn't limited time offer It's very much like negotiating a cell phone contract. Do your research, bargain and see what you can get. Also, with the new crtc regulations, you don't need to give ISPs thirty days notice to cancel anymore so you can switch anytime. starts jan 15 2015, just off the top of my head, date may be wrong.	2015-01-05T06:06:55	4A BBA/BCS - Raincouverite	false	false	339
cnf1b6a	1	t3_2r4l1v	t3_2r4l1v	yourmomismyotherride	LOL	2015-01-05T07:21:51	null	false	false	340
cnf0v7t	1	t3_2rdxmf	t3_2rdxmf	isarl	You could rent a PO box. *: though some carriers (e.g. UPS) won't deliver to PO boxes.	2015-01-05T06:48:59	quasi-employed alumnus	false	false	341
cnf2zch	9	t3_2redf4	t3_2redf4	HorFinatOr	Perhaps the professor doesn't use learn for their courses? In any case, go to your first class and ask there; I'm sure your classmates will be wondering too.	2015-01-05T09:03:59	null	false	false	342
cnf38kp	6	t3_2rcvge	t3_2rcvge	annihilatron	you need to spend that meal plan money. if you're new, let me explain it (Unless this has changed) somebody (your parents, or you) put X amount of money into the V1 meal plan. Half that money has already been taken. You will now pay 50% of whatever listed price at V1. If you have money leftover at the end of the term on the meal plan it becomes flex dollars, so you lose half the money regardless to pay for the cafeteria staff. So eat in the cafeteria. Meal plans at the suites don't work this way, but IIRC all the traditional residences do. So eat in the cafeteria at least until you use up the meal plan dollars.	2015-01-05T09:16:40	TRON '12 [7 year degree!]	false	false	343
cnf43ct	3	t3_2rcwb1	t3_2rcwb1	yetanotherkevin	It's not the cheapest option, but there's a jewelery store in the Westmount Plaza (beside Marks Work Warehouse) that can do it. It's a 5 minute walk from the southwest corner of campus, across the street from an route 8 / 12 bus stop.	2015-01-05T09:54:49	null	false	false	344
cnf1wrk	3	t3_2rdxmf	t3_2rdxmf	AgentSQL	If you exclusively buy from Amazon, they have a relatively new service called [Pickup Points](http://www.amazon.ca/b?ie=UTF8&node=10126088011) where they deliver directly to a post office and you pick it up from there like a Bufferbox (you still need to show proof of ~~residence~~ identity like you would with a delivery notice).	2015-01-05T08:02:27	Alum (BCS '13) \| Staff @ Engineering Computing	false	false	345
cnf20wi	1	t3_2rdxmf	t3_2rdxmf	slvrdragn	mycourierdepot.com i think its called.	2015-01-05T08:09:43	null	false	false	346
cnf44an	1	t3_2redf4	t3_2redf4	twofactorial	I have the same issue with PMATH 340. I had class this morning and I asked the prof about the issue; He said he intends to use learn, but he didn't see his own course on learn either. Perhaps the issue will be sorted out in a few days; You should definitely approach your instructor about it in the first class	2015-01-05T09:55:56	3B Statistics	false	false	347
cnf1zav	0	t3_2qzq96	t3_2qzq96	yourmomismyotherride	They probably just hate you.	2015-01-05T08:06:53	null	false	false	348
cnf69aq	8	t3_2rdxmf	t3_2rdxmf	myhairisreallyonfire	I miss bufferbox.	2015-01-05T11:15:56	null	false	false	349
cnf6c3o	5	t3_2rdxmf	t3_2rdxmf	worldwise001	If you have a tracking number, you can call the courier while it is in transit to have them hold it at a pickup location instead of delivering to the house. I've done this a few times because my last place the building door was always locked and I didn't like waiting the extra 1-2 days for it to fail delivery.	2015-01-05T11:18:34	PhD CS (CrySP/IR)	false	false	350
cnf5r44	2	t3_2rcuss	t1_cnf1tbj	lolcatsswag	Do you know where that is?	2015-01-05T10:58:44	4B Chemistry	false	false	351
cnf6d9w	2	t3_2rc01r	t3_2rc01r	randomguy12	[91.5 The Beat](http://www.915thebeat.com/) plays Top 40. They're like Z103.5 and 99.9 Virgin Radio in Toronto.	2015-01-05T11:19:41	Alumni. Took dumps in every building on campus	false	false	352
cnf7km4	2	t3_2rbsw0	t1_cnf0l9q	kitcherloo	whoa! thanks	2015-01-05T11:58:19	null	false	false	353
cnf5w85	2	t3_2rcut4	t1_cneodlc	mr-agdgdgwngo	To be fair the mods don't do enough about it.	2015-01-05T11:03:43	Computator Engineerings	false	false	354
cnf4gqz	2	t3_2rcvge	t1_cnf38kp	twinnedcalcite	V1 spicy chicken wraps are one good thing to spend money on (unless they have changed them recently).	2015-01-05T10:10:30	engineering	false	false	355
cnf4gyi	2	t3_2rcvge	t1_cneomv7	twinnedcalcite	You can make food in V1?	2015-01-05T10:10:44	engineering	false	false	356
cnf5cya	1	t3_2rbtgt	t3_2rbtgt	lordoffire	For talking to family: Skype, Google Hangouts, Viber, Tango, Line, Facebook Messenger Also, I find that (for my home country) it costs my family significantly less to call me on my cellphone than it costs me to call them. As for phone plans, don't bother with international calling, though international texting does come in very handy (just in case you can't use Whatsapp or something).	2015-01-05T10:44:35	4B CS/BU	false	false	357
cnf6anr	1	t3_2rdxmf	t1_cnf04pb	worldwise001	There is a UPS pickup location in Bridgeport plaza. I've had packages get redirected there before.	2015-01-05T11:17:15	PhD CS (CrySP/IR)	false	false	358
cnf779i	1	t3_2rc61t	t3_2rc61t	twinnedcalcite	You can change disciplines but you'll still have to repeat 1A. However, you'll definitely need to figure out why you failed in the first place.	2015-01-05T11:46:46	engineering	false	false	359
cnf7562	1	t3_2rb1zx	t3_2rb1zx	twinnedcalcite	On that note, if you are in earth science courses always assume you have lab on the first week. Unless it is before your first class.	2015-01-05T11:44:55	engineering	false	false	360
cnf9ryc	3	t3_2rcuss	t1_cnf5r44	leaffer81	Alumni office is in PAS if i'm not wrong.	2015-01-05T13:05:21	null	false	false	361
cnf9ub7	3	t3_2rf30j	t3_2rf30j	sievernich	You can ask the course instructor for an override, as they'll need to make special accommodations for you to your midterm. May not let you as it's an elective. Edit: Pointed about by SidusKnight. It is only for CS courses that you have to ask your advisor. Non-CS electives can be done through the course instructor.	2015-01-05T13:07:18	null	false	false	362
cnfar2o	2	t3_2rf1rg	t3_2rf1rg	abr71310	You can get a "To Whom This May Concern" letter from UWaterloo for (I think?) $10; it should confirm your "graduation", or at least that you've completed all degree requirements. I assume you mean TN Visa, right? H1B Lottery is rolling, and I don't think you qualify unless you have a degree in-hand, although I could be wrong. Good luck on your scenario, BTW -- I just graduated as well, and am looking for a job still :'(	2015-01-05T13:33:42	BCS '14 alum	false	false	363
cnfaush	2	t3_2rf4w8	t3_2rf4w8	abr71310	If you somehow get Parking Services to give you a UWP (or similar resident pass - I forget what the lot was for VeloCity, but I know people have gotten it in the past without being residents), you'll be able to park in those lots overnight and on weekends. VeloCity is Lot T - if you can somehow convince them you're part of a residence community (either because you're there a lot, or otherwise), I'm pretty sure you can just trade up your parking pass (return your current pass, buy new one) and voila. Unsure about if it's still allowed though - I know for a fact non-residents were able to get it as late as Fall 2013, but YMMV.	2015-01-05T13:36:36	BCS '14 alum	false	false	364
cnfbiz0	2	t3_2rcr17	t1_cnerz9f	abr71310	CIF Studio 1 has 150 lbs punching bags at the back; they also have places to hang them up. I know Muay Thai club uses these bags every once in a while. I'm not sure how to reserve them though -- the hangar things are already up and stay up year-round, AFAIK.	2015-01-05T13:55:31	BCS '14 alum	false	false	365
cnfave7	1	t3_2n3cyp	t1_cma18vc	Benjavi	How technical is it? I'm an ARBUS student looking for an interesting and useful elective. Is it pretty mathematical or not?	2015-01-05T13:37:05	null	false	false	366
cnf9rn9	1	t3_2rf4w8	t1_cnf9n3k	rocks_rawk	ah shit I didn't even think to check that. Okay, thanks!	2015-01-05T13:05:05	null	false	false	367
cnfb39m	1	t3_2rf30j	t1_cnf9ub7	SidusKnight	> You can ask your advisor for an override Isn't it one of the course instructors, not your advisor, that does that? Or am I thinking of tutorials?	2015-01-05T13:43:20	CS, CS, CS	false	false	368
cnfat7t	-1	t3_2qzq96	t1_cnb2ho9	SOFTBALLYEAH	how many times did your mother drop you as an infant? you seem like a very troubled piece of shit	2015-01-05T13:35:22	null	false	false	369
cnfek3h	5	t3_2rfm9e	t3_2rfm9e	goodyharrelson	There's new management that took over a couple months ago. I haven't noticed much of a difference in their menu or services since the switch. However, I did notice there was a slight increase in their prices.	2015-01-05T15:20:55	null	false	false	370
cnfc8cl	4	t3_2rcvge	t1_cnf4gqz	RebelliousBunny	But their calories and nutritional info are absurd .... I can't imagine having that for long....	2015-01-05T14:15:27	null	false	false	371
cnfdpnd	4	t3_2rf1rg	t3_2rf1rg	sethnis	CS alum here. I worked in the states for a few years. To get a TN1 Visa, the border officer need to see the original degree/diploma and a signed letter from your employer stating your work, salary, etc. These border rent-a-cops are trained to be assholes, so don't expect any leniency. They can denied you with any reasons. That being said, your best bet is to see if UW can print your diploma ASAP or work under the table for a while.	2015-01-05T14:56:50	cs-alum	false	false	372
cnfdyi2	1	t3_2rf4w8	t3_2rf4w8	Pamela-Handerson	I think St Jeromes is open for the weekends? Used to be.	2015-01-05T15:03:56	3B Mech Eng	false	false	373
cnffkl4	1	t3_2rcut4	t3_2rcut4	OccasionallyWeDie	It's inevitable that you'll see trolls or get trolly responses, especially if you're a high school student that asks about admission averages because it's really annoying. Ask someone how to get to point B from point A when there's a map right next to you, you may get an annoyed response but they'll help you out. Then ask that same person the same exact question almost every single day and they're bound to start getting frustrated and not help you out. That's what you're doing when you ask about admission averages/specific admission questions on this subreddit, when you have so many resources online that will answer your question. In addition, on sites like reddit where you can be anonymous, people will be trolls or behave like assholes when in reality they may not be anything like that.	2015-01-05T15:49:11	☆☆☆☆★	false	false	374
cnfcbfg	1	t3_2rcut4	t3_2rcut4	abr71310	First off: it's "affect", not "effect". I stared at that sentence for almost a minute before realizing it didn't make sense in its current form. Next, if you don't like the moderation, message the moderators. They're not perfect, but they're also not going to be on Reddit all day, every day. Expecting them to watch over this specific subreddit (let alone go on Reddit at all during normal day hours) would rob them of their other duties (I believe most of them are graduated and are working full-time). Your expectations are much too high if you think this needs to be a reality. Your examples are of only a tiny minority of an already tiny minority of Waterloo students that go on Reddit. Most of these people are already anti-social as is (why else would they go on Reddit?), and thus need to find ways to express frustration. These are then passed on to you, the newcomer, and the cycle continues. I apologize if this sounds harsh. I'm not necessarily anti-social, I just don't have a lot of friends back home in Toronto (where I'm from), so I'm on Reddit a lot more these days. If you need to talk to someone about a hard life at Waterloo, I'm probably a great resource to do that (I've seen, heard, and done a lot of crap). However, the first example you listed is actually correct. I have friends who, last year for admissions (2014), did not get an acceptance to Waterloo with a 95% average in high school amongst their top six courses (for the record, it was English (97), Adv. Func (95), Calculus (98), Data Management (92), Physics (97), and Chemistry (91)). This student did not write a stellar AIF, which is my best explanation for why they were not accepted, however there are definitely cases where this occurs. This student even wrote the CCC / Euclid, did decently (top 25%), and mentioned these in the AIF. The profile just wasn't strong enough, it seemed. Myself -- I had an 89% average for 2009 admission, and I got in. Anecdotally speaking (I served on the 2012 Mathematics Orientation Executive committee - we saw some hard facts about admission), the averages for admission have gone up, there's no denying that. Has it been as high as everyone's consensus is? Probably not, but that still doesn't mean you can entirely ignore the admission averages and other deliverables people are talking about. I wish you luck with your application; never fear asking questions here! -- Sure, there will be bad eggs, but for the most part people will genuinely try to help if you just ask for it! ^_^	2015-01-05T14:17:53	BCS '14 alum	false	false	375
cnfdv5k	1	t3_2rcvge	t3_2rcvge	sethnis	Math C&D on the third floor of the Math building.	2015-01-05T15:01:15	cs-alum	false	false	376
cnfe4vf	1	t3_2rf30j	t1_cnfb39m	sievernich	My mistake, was thinking of CS courses. Yes, the course instructor can override for you.	2015-01-05T15:08:57	null	false	false	377
cnfgg0n	11	t3_2rforl	t3_2rforl	topolopa	You go to the Electives Selection Office @ Needles Hall (NH3073) - Ask for Feridun he's a friend.	2015-01-05T16:13:26	CO/CS	false	false	378
cnfgvgs	9	t3_2rcuss	t1_cnf9ryc	GSODT	> PAS Good luck OP	2015-01-05T16:25:13	CS alumni	false	false	379
cnfghds	3	t3_2rf1rg	t3_2rf1rg	JodoYodo	If your hiring company did not provide any immigration support, I highly suggest speaking to an immigration lawyer. The process can be quite a pain and it's easy to be turned away if you're not prepared.	2015-01-05T16:14:27	MMath Alumni	false	false	380
cnfh6w4	2	t3_2rfx2b	t3_2rfx2b	grapeape25	http://www.ihaveaplan.ca/rte/en/UniversityofWaterlooundergraduatestudentsFEDS_ChangeofCoverage_OptOuts	2015-01-05T16:36:27	SoftEng 2015	false	false	381
cnfjdaz	2	t3_2rcr17	t1_cnfbiz0	pentakillace	thanks so much for this info you probably saved me a few kilos of weight :P	2015-01-05T17:38:19	null	false	false	382
cnfiyux	2	t3_2rcuss	t1_cnepsx8	uwnoob	dude OP's dad probably boned your dad	2015-01-05T17:26:41	engineering	false	false	383
cnfj16m	2	t3_2rcut4	t1_cner3nn	MyLifeIsAFacade	I agree, its foolish to base the community off of reddit, which is why I didn't. I was basing it off of my experiences thus far with the campus itself and the students enrolled. My only point connecting reddit and the waterloo community was that of the few trolls /r/mujuras has encountered, most are likely a result of young, stupid kids or the affect of anonymity. I then took the opportunity to elaborate on how I've experienced the community thus far. And sure, you are right, perhaps it is a bit rash of me to come to a conclusion so early in my studies. I will definitely concede that. However, I will not be told I'm not "trying". I do get involved in the activities and make an effort to contribute. I'll agree with you again: those who volunteer for orientation week and run the science-whatever (Sci-Eye? I can't remember) are fantastic and I appreciate their services. I suppose my opinion stems from the fact that I'm nearly a decade older than my classmates, and as a result have difficulty identifying with them. Our goals, while similar, are approached entirely differently. In short, I have little patience for their attitudes, which is a fault of mine, not theirs. My main gripe is just the complete lack of respect and responsibility I see between the students and the university. I was part of the class last term that sent the whole "lets mass email the dean of science - we have to fight for our right to good marks" bullshit. It was infuriating, primarily because half the class did poorly as a result of them not taking the course seriously. This was my during my first term, and as a result soured my opinion of a lot of students. Also, unrelated and perhaps trivial to many, the campus is a mess. I feel that is a result of students not caring. Trash everywhere all the time, filling classrooms and labs. It's just frustrating. I apologize if you took my opinion as me negatively labelling the school (I pretty much was). It was unfair of me, you're right. In honesty, I think University of Waterloo is a fantastic school academically and filled with great professors and motivated students. You are absolutely right, there is a community and it's great. I've met fantastic people in my time there. If /r/mujuras is still reading (if anyone is still reading), its worth investing time into. Edit: Edits.	2015-01-05T17:28:33	1B Honours Biology	false	false	384
cnfjhau	1	t3_2rf30j	t1_cnf9ub7	synthlove	Thanks for the info	2015-01-05T17:41:29	null	false	false	385
cnfgw9g	0	t3_2rcuss	t1_cnewglz	GSODT	12 upvotes Damn, you guys aren't fucking?	2015-01-05T16:25:56	CS alumni	false	false	386
cnfmnme	16	t3_2rg9ss	t3_2rg9ss	sh4d3	I'd ask to use their washroom and piss all over the toilets and take a crap in the sinks. Seriously. There is nothing you can do but to contact CECA and hope you can land a job so you can meet the minimum requirements. It'll probably mess up your next coop job opportunity if you only have past coop jobs on your resume and nothing that makes you stand out.	2015-01-05T19:15:35	null	false	false	387
cnfmxfw	13	t3_2rgawe	t3_2rgawe	uwquestion	ARE YOU NOT INTO TRAINS?	2015-01-05T19:23:51	null	false	false	388
cnfmsqy	12	t3_2rg9ss	t1_cnfmnme	AetherThought	The kid's in 1A, too, that makes me so mad. There's a very real possibility he's gonna fail his first work term, and lessen his chances at the next one, just because the employer decided that they didn't want extra hires at the last minute.	2015-01-05T19:20:01	3A Comp Eng	false	false	389
cnfljbq	10	t3_2rgawe	t3_2rgawe	mich4elp	CS452	2015-01-05T18:41:25	CS	false	false	390
cnfn2jt	9	t3_2rgawe	t3_2rgawe	randomguy12	Trains. Fucking trains. Take the fucking trains course!	2015-01-05T19:28:11	Alumni. Took dumps in every building on campus	false	false	391
cnfn79i	9	t3_2rg9ss	t3_2rg9ss	randomguy12	Tell your friend to inform their CECA contact immediately about this. They could find theirs by logging into Jobmine and selecting "Student Profile". Phone them first, if they don't pick up, email with high importance.	2015-01-05T19:32:03	Alumni. Took dumps in every building on campus	false	false	392
cnfmoax	8	t3_2rgawe	t3_2rgawe	sh4d3	I heard real-time is real interesting and easy. Do CS452	2015-01-05T19:16:12	null	false	false	393
cnfmltr	8	t3_2rg9ss	t3_2rg9ss	axyjo	Use some connections and weasel my way back into an old job. Exactly what you said.	2015-01-05T19:13:59	2T COMPE	false	false	394
cnfml2p	6	t3_2rgfk5	t3_2rgfk5	thegooseandthegander	math 137 is math 127 + math 10	2015-01-05T19:13:20	science	false	false	395
cnfnbrp	6	t3_2rg9ss	t1_cnfmsqy	sh4d3	Tell him not to worry about getting a job or getting a crappy job (unless it's 8 month coop term then he's fucked). He can really take advantage of the situation and help himself in his next coop term to land a good job. If he lands a job it'll most likely be something he doesn't like to do (who does in their first coop). It'll probably be 9-5 and not require extra work time so he should make use of the free time to work on a project of his own so that he can have something to present in interviews for next term. If he's really lucky he can even use work time to work on things that'll benefit him if the job doesn't require a lot of effort. Now when he get's interviews in his next coop term he can present the project(s) (I suggest doing 1 large project rather than 2-3 small simple projects). He can also highlight the problems he encountered in finding out his job was cancelled and how he is a motivated student (chose to do a project instead of playing games for 4 months). It's not too bad for him since he is a 1st year student and most people don't even get jobs that are useful for later terms. If he was an upper year student this could have really hurt him so I'd tell him to take it easy and make sure to do something that'll benefit him for next coop term.	2015-01-05T19:35:48	null	false	false	396
cnfn091	5	t3_2rgawe	t3_2rgawe	y3046308	my other courses are rec280 and geog 101. I don't know workloads of these courses yet	2015-01-05T19:26:14	null	false	false	397
cnfm4hr	5	t3_2rfray	t3_2rfray	ubermatt	I've seen this posted so many times with bridges and tunnels missing, so I created a corrected version [Here](http://i.imgur.com/oBqFSrb.jpg)	2015-01-05T18:59:15	engineering	false	false	398
cnflmz8	4	t3_2rforl	t3_2rforl	ArtisticD	You just drop the elective on quest and then enroll in the one you want...make sure there is space in the other class before you drop the first one (and that it fits your schedule).	2015-01-05T18:44:26	Honours PoliSci	false	false	399

cneo24l

1

t3_2rc01r

8pi

Very dependent on what kind of music you like to listen to...

2015-01-04T20:48:39

null

false

300

cnepusa

1

t3_2rcanp

chxistine

As the other person said, it's not a class. People just talk about the research, and now and then you get the occasional co-op presentation, physclub elections, or maybe a powerpoint on grad school or the CAP exams. I'm gonna go out on a hunch and say 90% of the people in physics don't go to it. With that being said, I don't go it anymore lol but I add it every year anyways since it makes my list of courses in Jobmine look bigger ahahaha.

2015-01-04T21:43:38

2B Physics

false

301

cneomv7

1

t3_2rcvge

[deleted]

Making your own food is cheaper than anything.

2015-01-04T21:06:07

null

false

302

cneodlc

1

t3_2rcut4

AetherThought

You do know we have a "report" button for comments you think are inappropriate.

2015-01-04T20:58:14

3A Comp Eng

false

303

cneptu2

1

t3_2rc01r

Stevethepinkeagle

102.1 out of Toronto is pretty good, 88.1 is selective. I think 107.1 and 107.7 work for rock/classic rock 97.3 (70's, 80's, 90's) works everywhere, along with 99.9 (pop) 95.7 is rock/country out of Barrie, works sometimes and a few more I saw an ad for a station across from Burrito Boyz, over the Wine Rack, at King/University. Can't remember what it was though... :/ Just play with the dial, the signal can be pretty crap (especially downtown) but it mostly works.

2015-01-04T21:42:46

Geo & Aviation

false

304

cnemhsb

1

t3_2rbsw0

sievernich

[socialpouch](http://socialpouch.com/) is worth giving a look. While they show a lot of UWaterloo specific events, it does show "open to the public" events too.

2015-01-04T20:01:07

null

false

305

cnepvnu

1

t3_2rb1zx

chosen-wun

Labs normally start second week. First week is check in Unless you are in Chem 360 6 hour lab on Monday :D

2015-01-04T21:44:25

null

false

306

cnemqvy

-1

t3_2rc01r

honhonhonFRFR

spotify

2015-01-04T20:08:54

null

false

307

cnepx0t

-2

t3_2rcut4

MyLifeIsAFacade

I'm glad to see a post like this, /r/mujuras, because you bring up a good point about the University of Waterloo community; it's bad. I don't know if its a result of the high number of enrolled students, or the type of students which apply, but it all feels cold and disconnected. Though what you're likely seeing is just people being assholes on the internet because they can get away with it, or 18 year old kids who have finally been let free and are discovering themselves (spoiler: they discover they're assholes).

2015-01-04T21:45:33

1B Honours Biology

false

308

cner3nn

10

t3_2rcut4

t1_cnepx0t

twofactorial

I think its foolish and unfair to many of Waterloo's students if you just make the assumption that the community is "bad" based off of reddit. Only a fraction of Waterloo's students use reddit ([~30k undergraduates] (https://uwaterloo.ca/about/who-we-are/waterloo-facts)). To further break it down, only a fraction of those who use this subreddit are "trolls". For you to come up with a ignorant statement like that is what tarnishes the community's reputation. I've worked in many orientation and university recruitment events, and I know for a fact that there are always students across all faculties that are lining up to volunteer to welcome first-year students and prospective students. I find it amazing how you can just label your school with negativity in such a short time (1A honours bio .. going into 1B?). Have you even gone out to meet people or make an effort to reach out to the community? Or is your community sitting at home in front of reddit? You may have had bad experiences with the school, but your time here has just begun. You have a long way to go. This university isn't perfect, but its far from "cold and disconnected". Sometimes you have to make an effort too.

2015-01-04T22:22:36

3B Statistics

false

309

cnerz4t

9

t3_2rcut4

twofactorial

I understand your frustration, but there are bound to be trolls on forums and subreddits across the universities. I will have to say, each year the admission averages change based on demand for a particular program, as well as many other factors. It is near impossible for anyone to tell you an accurate % that will guarantee admission. If someone makes a "I have X% going into the first OUAC trasmission" thread, then they have to understand that in reality, the responses they are getting has a chance of being misleading/not accurate. The only people in the world that can tell you if you will be accepted or not is the Admissions officer that makes the decision. And even in the beginning of the year, the admissions officer cannot guarantee a place for anyone. I've worked at the University Fair for Waterloo three years in a row, and we are instructed not to give guarantees about anything. We have to stick to the guidebook, and thats the best we can do for you. With regard to "repeated high school courses", you can find that information [here](https://uwaterloo.ca/find-out-more/admissions/repeated-courses). Again, students are not admissions officers, and there is absolutely no way anyone can know how admission officers make their choices on who is in and who is out. Essentially, if you ask admissions questions to students, you're in the wrong place. Students do not decide who gets to go into what program; The admissions officers do. If you ask students about admissions, the best they can do is give you their experiences, and even then, there are so many cases, and a few outliers/trolls do not represent the entire population. Personally, I found that AMAs (you can find them on studentawards) were very useful. **TLDR; I think if you want to ask students about Waterloo, or any other school, it should be about first-year experiences and program workload. IF you want to ask about admissions, you may be given misleading information, because students are not admissions officers. The internet is full of trolls, and I can understand your frustration.** If you have any questions feel free to PM me I can try my best to help you, or direct you to help.

2015-01-04T22:49:42

3B Statistics

false

310

cnes2cq

3

t3_2rd75f

twofactorial

https://uwaterloo.ca/learn-help/students/frequently-asked-questions > Courses are made available to students on the first day of classes. Access to courses from the previous term will be disabled on that day as well. >Some instructors may ask that a course be opened early and in that case, your instructor will likely send the class an email to let you know that this has occurred.

2015-01-04T22:52:35

3B Statistics

false

311

cness02

3

t3_2rcut4

t1_cner3nn

PPewt

There are a surprising amount of people here who go to class, avoid talking to anyone, go home the moment class is over, and then wonder why they can't meet anyone or find things to do.

2015-01-04T23:16:07

BCS

false

312

cnes7im

3

t3_2rculi

aqazwsx1

Only in Rush Hour movies.

2015-01-04T22:57:14

engineering

false

313

cneqf0u

3

t3_2rbtgt

t1_cnema6h

worldwise001

You can also use Skype to call actual phones; here are their rates: http://www.skype.com/en/rates/ .

2015-01-04T22:00:52

PhD CS (CrySP/IR)

false

314

cnes5oy

3

t3_2rc01r

mygocarp

I mostly listen to CBC Radio one on 89.1. CBC Radio two on 90.7 is good for music.

2015-01-04T22:55:34

CS

false

315

cnesmhy

2

t3_2rcuss

t1_cnes62q

lolcatsswag

I don't think he got one, or if he did he doesn't have it anymore.

2015-01-04T23:10:58

4B Chemistry

false

316

cnes62q

2

t3_2rcuss

aqazwsx1

oh shit my mom graduated in 1984 too Also, why don't you just ask your dad for his class photo...?

2015-01-04T22:55:55

engineering

false

317

cnets0j

2

t3_2rdcdl

Chris24

Yes, this is appearing incorrectly for some people (including me). http://www.reddit.com/r/uwaterloo/comments/2qzq96/fees_not_arranged_on_learn/

2015-01-04T23:50:51

4A CS

false

318

cnesce7

1

t3_2rd75f

clockworks123

i've got the same situation...gonna have to play the waiting game -_-

2015-01-04T23:01:34

null

false

319

cner759

1

t3_2r9k5e

t1_cne9fys

beginner12345

The MLS fucking sucks

2015-01-04T22:25:35

null

false

320

cnerz9f

1

t3_2rcr17

t1_cnerb65

pentakillace

what are werehangers? or did you mean there "definitely were hangars for em"?

2015-01-04T22:49:48

null

false

321

cneqhgp

1

t3_2rcwb1

t1_cneq3zw

WHEEEEEEEEEW

I'll have a look, thanks!

2015-01-04T22:03:03

null

false

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cnes4cs

1

t3_2rd75f

t1_cnes2cq

Sahib201

Thanks!

2015-01-04T22:54:20

null

false

323

cnewglz

15

t3_2rcuss

t1_cneulsa

TheSpektor

At Waterloo? Definitely not.

2015-01-05T01:40:23

Legalease

false

324

cneut1r

3

t3_2rculi

mercurycc

I am pretty sure you only get that in the states. None of the restaurants in Toronto gives out those boxes.

2015-01-05T00:28:40

BCS

false

325

cnewse0

1

t3_2r9k5e

gnoolretaw

it totally depends on the prof. my prof used it as lecture when I took it

2015-01-05T01:56:57

mathematics

false

326

cneuqj4

1

t3_2rc01r

trivia1

88.3 CJIQ Tri-city Rock-Alternative was my station when I drove in Waterloo, but it's only going to be your thing if you like Rock-Alternative and don't mind students being the DJs (it's run out of Conestoga College).

2015-01-05T00:25:53

BCS from SJU alum

false

327

cneulho

1

t3_2rd75f

shellderp

12:00 am. It's up now.

2015-01-05T00:20:22

CS 2015

false

328

cneytba

3

t3_2rcwb1

xtothel

The Bay at The Conestoga Mall has a time shop. It is right behind/in the watch section. Just walk straight when you enter the store.

2015-01-05T03:59:53

null

false

329

cnex897

2

t3_2rcut4

goatss

That's because those questions are asked **all the time**. People who can't do a simple search are going to have a bad time with the internet folk.

2015-01-05T02:20:00

Dimension Breaker

false

330

cnf04pb

5

t3_2rdxmf

kirawr

If you're shipping with Canada Post, you might be able to ask to pick up at post office/ship to post office (Wal-Mart has this option). DHL/Purolator has pickup offices up near conestoga mall and Fedex is at waterloo plaza. UPS is in the middle of nowhere inaccessible via public transit in Kitchener somewhere iirc.

2015-01-05T05:48:32

4A BBA/BCS - Raincouverite

false

331

cneyybu

1

t3_2rdxmf

Tachyhydrite

Ive heard of people shipping it to the residences front desk. Dunno if true though. Send them an email

2015-01-05T04:10:45

null

false

332

cnf1tbj

4

t3_2rcuss

pondering_stuff5

I would try asking the alumni office.They might have some idea where the old pictures go.

2015-01-05T07:56:12

4A arts

false

333

cnf1aop

3

t3_2r9ub7

t1_cndyiq2

yourmomismyotherride

"I think there are lots of people who would benefit from less hours of self-study rather than going to lectures" You mean **more hours** right? The fewer lectures you attend, the more self-study you need.

2015-01-05T07:20:51

null

false

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cnf1phj

3

t3_2r9ub7

t1_cnf1aop

PPewt

Sorry, awkwardly worded. I mean to say that they'd need less time on their own than the amount of time is used in class to cover the same amount of material, but that the main hurdle for many people is making sure they commit even that much.

2015-01-05T07:49:15

BCS

false

335

cnf13jc

2

t3_2rcut4

thegooseandthegander

i suggest you talk to your academic advisor.

2015-01-05T07:06:27

science

false

336

cnf1nuh

2

t3_2rdxmf

t1_cnf04pb

aelya31

Ups has pickups at their retail locations s last I checked.

2015-01-05T07:46:12

mathematics - alumni

false

337

cnf0l9q

1

t3_2rbsw0

BluberryMuffin

The UW Observatory offers [tours and star gazing](https://uwaterloo.ca/science/events/observatory-night) once a month. I went with my Astro class once, we got to see the rings of Saturn and a few other things. It was really freaking cool.

2015-01-05T06:26:55

4A CS

false

338

cnf0ck9

1

t3_2r5npj

kirawr

If your with bell, go talk to their retention team, ask to be transferred when you call in. I got myself an equivalent student deal offer but no contract and isn't limited time offer It's very much like negotiating a cell phone contract. Do your research, bargain and see what you can get. Also, with the new crtc regulations, you don't need to give ISPs thirty days notice to cancel anymore so you can switch anytime. starts jan 15 2015, just off the top of my head, date may be wrong.

2015-01-05T06:06:55

4A BBA/BCS - Raincouverite

false

339

cnf1b6a

1

t3_2r4l1v

yourmomismyotherride

LOL

2015-01-05T07:21:51

null

false

340

cnf0v7t

1

t3_2rdxmf

isarl

You could rent a PO box. *: though some carriers (e.g. UPS) won't deliver to PO boxes.

2015-01-05T06:48:59

quasi-employed alumnus

false

341

cnf2zch

9

t3_2redf4

HorFinatOr

Perhaps the professor doesn't use learn for their courses? In any case, go to your first class and ask there; I'm sure your classmates will be wondering too.

2015-01-05T09:03:59

null

false

342

cnf38kp

6

t3_2rcvge

annihilatron

you need to spend that meal plan money. if you're new, let me explain it (Unless this has changed) somebody (your parents, or you) put X amount of money into the V1 meal plan. Half that money has already been taken. You will now pay 50% of whatever listed price at V1. If you have money leftover at the end of the term on the meal plan it becomes flex dollars, so you lose half the money regardless to pay for the cafeteria staff. So eat in the cafeteria. Meal plans at the suites don't work this way, but IIRC all the traditional residences do. So eat in the cafeteria at least until you use up the meal plan dollars.

2015-01-05T09:16:40

TRON '12 [7 year degree!]

false

343

cnf43ct

3

t3_2rcwb1

yetanotherkevin

It's not the cheapest option, but there's a jewelery store in the Westmount Plaza (beside Marks Work Warehouse) that can do it. It's a 5 minute walk from the southwest corner of campus, across the street from an route 8 / 12 bus stop.

2015-01-05T09:54:49

null

false

344

cnf1wrk

3

t3_2rdxmf

AgentSQL

If you exclusively buy from Amazon, they have a relatively new service called [Pickup Points](http://www.amazon.ca/b?ie=UTF8&node=10126088011) where they deliver directly to a post office and you pick it up from there like a Bufferbox (you still need to show proof of ~~residence~~ identity like you would with a delivery notice).

2015-01-05T08:02:27

Alum (BCS '13) | Staff @ Engineering Computing

false

345

cnf20wi

1

t3_2rdxmf

slvrdragn

mycourierdepot.com i think its called.

2015-01-05T08:09:43

null

false

346

cnf44an

1

t3_2redf4

twofactorial

I have the same issue with PMATH 340. I had class this morning and I asked the prof about the issue; He said he intends to use learn, but he didn't see his own course on learn either. Perhaps the issue will be sorted out in a few days; You should definitely approach your instructor about it in the first class

2015-01-05T09:55:56

3B Statistics

false

347

cnf1zav

0

t3_2qzq96

yourmomismyotherride

They probably just hate you.

2015-01-05T08:06:53

null

false

348

cnf69aq

8

t3_2rdxmf

myhairisreallyonfire

I miss bufferbox.

2015-01-05T11:15:56

null

false

349

cnf6c3o

5

t3_2rdxmf

worldwise001

If you have a tracking number, you can call the courier while it is in transit to have them hold it at a pickup location instead of delivering to the house. I've done this a few times because my last place the building door was always locked and I didn't like waiting the extra 1-2 days for it to fail delivery.

2015-01-05T11:18:34

PhD CS (CrySP/IR)

false

350

cnf5r44

2

t3_2rcuss

t1_cnf1tbj

lolcatsswag

Do you know where that is?

2015-01-05T10:58:44

4B Chemistry

false

351

cnf6d9w

2

t3_2rc01r

randomguy12

[91.5 The Beat](http://www.915thebeat.com/) plays Top 40. They're like Z103.5 and 99.9 Virgin Radio in Toronto.

2015-01-05T11:19:41

Alumni. Took dumps in every building on campus

false

352

cnf7km4

2

t3_2rbsw0

t1_cnf0l9q

kitcherloo

whoa! thanks

2015-01-05T11:58:19

null

false

353

cnf5w85

2

t3_2rcut4

t1_cneodlc

mr-agdgdgwngo

To be fair the mods don't do enough about it.

2015-01-05T11:03:43

Computator Engineerings

false

354

cnf4gqz

2

t3_2rcvge

t1_cnf38kp

twinnedcalcite

V1 spicy chicken wraps are one good thing to spend money on (unless they have changed them recently).

2015-01-05T10:10:30

engineering

false

355

cnf4gyi

2

t3_2rcvge

t1_cneomv7

twinnedcalcite

You can make food in V1?

2015-01-05T10:10:44

engineering

false

356

cnf5cya

1

t3_2rbtgt

lordoffire

For talking to family: Skype, Google Hangouts, Viber, Tango, Line, Facebook Messenger Also, I find that (for my home country) it costs my family significantly less to call me on my cellphone than it costs me to call them. As for phone plans, don't bother with international calling, though international texting does come in very handy (just in case you can't use Whatsapp or something).

2015-01-05T10:44:35

4B CS/BU

false

357

cnf6anr

1

t3_2rdxmf

t1_cnf04pb

worldwise001

There is a UPS pickup location in Bridgeport plaza. I've had packages get redirected there before.

2015-01-05T11:17:15

PhD CS (CrySP/IR)

false

358

cnf779i

1

t3_2rc61t

twinnedcalcite

You can change disciplines but you'll still have to repeat 1A. However, you'll definitely need to figure out why you failed in the first place.

2015-01-05T11:46:46

engineering

false

359

cnf7562

1

t3_2rb1zx

twinnedcalcite

On that note, if you are in earth science courses always assume you have lab on the first week. Unless it is before your first class.

2015-01-05T11:44:55

engineering

false

360

cnf9ryc

3

t3_2rcuss

t1_cnf5r44

leaffer81

Alumni office is in PAS if i'm not wrong.

2015-01-05T13:05:21

null

false

361

cnf9ub7

3

t3_2rf30j

sievernich

You can ask the course instructor for an override, as they'll need to make special accommodations for you to your midterm. May not let you as it's an elective. **Edit**: Pointed about by SidusKnight. It is only for CS courses that you have to ask your advisor. Non-CS electives can be done through the course instructor.

2015-01-05T13:07:18

null

false

362

cnfar2o

2

t3_2rf1rg

abr71310

You can get a "To Whom This May Concern" letter from UWaterloo for (I think?) $10; it should confirm your "graduation", or at least that you've completed all degree requirements. I assume you mean TN Visa, right? H1B Lottery is rolling, and I don't think you qualify unless you have a degree in-hand, although I could be wrong. Good luck on your scenario, BTW -- I just graduated as well, and am looking for a job still :'(

2015-01-05T13:33:42

BCS '14 alum

false

363

cnfaush

2

t3_2rf4w8

abr71310

If you somehow get Parking Services to give you a UWP (or similar resident pass - I forget what the lot was for VeloCity, but I know people have gotten it in the past without being residents), you'll be able to park in those lots overnight and on weekends. VeloCity is Lot T - if you can somehow convince them you're part of a residence community (either because you're there a lot, or otherwise), I'm pretty sure you can just trade up your parking pass (return your current pass, buy new one) and voila. Unsure about if it's still allowed though - I know for a fact non-residents were able to get it as late as Fall 2013, but YMMV.

2015-01-05T13:36:36

BCS '14 alum

false

364

cnfbiz0

2

t3_2rcr17

t1_cnerz9f

abr71310

CIF Studio 1 has 150 lbs punching bags at the back; they also have places to hang them up. I know Muay Thai club uses these bags every once in a while. I'm not sure how to reserve them though -- the hangar things are already up and stay up year-round, AFAIK.

2015-01-05T13:55:31

BCS '14 alum

false

365

cnfave7

1

t3_2n3cyp

t1_cma18vc

Benjavi

How technical is it? I'm an ARBUS student looking for an interesting and useful elective. Is it pretty mathematical or not?

2015-01-05T13:37:05

null

false

366

cnf9rn9

1

t3_2rf4w8

t1_cnf9n3k

rocks_rawk

ah shit I didn't even think to check that. Okay, thanks!

2015-01-05T13:05:05

null

false

367

cnfb39m

1

t3_2rf30j

t1_cnf9ub7

SidusKnight

> You can ask your advisor for an override Isn't it one of the course instructors, not your advisor, that does that? Or am I thinking of tutorials?

2015-01-05T13:43:20

CS, CS, CS

false

368

cnfat7t

-1

t3_2qzq96

t1_cnb2ho9

SOFTBALLYEAH

how many times did your mother drop you as an infant? you seem like a very troubled piece of shit

2015-01-05T13:35:22

null

false

369

cnfek3h

5

t3_2rfm9e

goodyharrelson

There's new management that took over a couple months ago. I haven't noticed much of a difference in their menu or services since the switch. However, I did notice there was a slight increase in their prices.

2015-01-05T15:20:55

null

false

370

cnfc8cl

4

t3_2rcvge

t1_cnf4gqz

RebelliousBunny

But their calories and nutritional info are absurd .... I can't imagine having that for long....

2015-01-05T14:15:27

null

false

371

cnfdpnd

4

t3_2rf1rg

sethnis

CS alum here. I worked in the states for a few years. To get a TN1 Visa, the border officer need to see the original degree/diploma and a signed letter from your employer stating your work, salary, etc. These border rent-a-cops are trained to be assholes, so don't expect any leniency. They can denied you with any reasons. That being said, your best bet is to see if UW can print your diploma ASAP or work under the table for a while.

2015-01-05T14:56:50

cs-alum

false

372

cnfdyi2

1

t3_2rf4w8

Pamela-Handerson

I think St Jeromes is open for the weekends? Used to be.

2015-01-05T15:03:56

3B Mech Eng

false

373

cnffkl4

1

t3_2rcut4

OccasionallyWeDie

It's inevitable that you'll see trolls or get trolly responses, **especially** if you're a high school student that asks about admission averages because it's really annoying. Ask someone how to get to point B from point A when there's a map right next to you, you may get an annoyed response but they'll help you out. Then ask that same person the same exact question almost every single day and they're bound to start getting frustrated and not help you out. That's what you're doing when you ask about admission averages/specific admission questions on this subreddit, when you have so many resources online that will answer your question. In addition, on sites like reddit where you can be anonymous, people will be trolls or behave like assholes when in reality they may not be anything like that.

2015-01-05T15:49:11

☆☆☆☆★

false

374

cnfcbfg

1

t3_2rcut4

abr71310

First off: it's "affect", not "effect". I stared at that sentence for almost a minute before realizing it didn't make sense in its current form. Next, if you don't like the moderation, message the moderators. They're not perfect, but they're also not going to be on Reddit all day, every day. Expecting them to watch over this specific subreddit (let alone go on Reddit at all during normal day hours) would rob them of their other duties (I believe most of them are graduated and are working full-time). Your expectations are much too high if you think this needs to be a reality. Your examples are of only a tiny minority of an already tiny minority of Waterloo students that go on Reddit. Most of these people are already anti-social as is (why else would they go on Reddit?), and thus need to find ways to express frustration. These are then passed on to you, the newcomer, and the cycle continues. I apologize if this sounds harsh. I'm not necessarily anti-social, I just don't have a lot of friends back home in Toronto (where I'm from), so I'm on Reddit a lot more these days. If you need to talk to someone about a hard life at Waterloo, I'm probably a great resource to do that (I've seen, heard, and done a lot of crap). However, the first example you listed is actually correct. I have friends who, last year for admissions (2014), did not get an acceptance to Waterloo with a 95% average in high school amongst their top six courses (for the record, it was English (97), Adv. Func (95), Calculus (98), Data Management (92), Physics (97), and Chemistry (91)). This student did not write a stellar AIF, which is my best explanation for why they were not accepted, however there are definitely cases where this occurs. This student even wrote the CCC / Euclid, did decently (top 25%), and mentioned these in the AIF. The profile just wasn't strong enough, it seemed. Myself -- I had an 89% average for 2009 admission, and I got in. Anecdotally speaking (I served on the 2012 Mathematics Orientation Executive committee - we saw some hard facts about admission), the averages for admission **have** gone up, there's no denying that. Has it been as high as everyone's consensus is? *Probably not*, but that still doesn't mean you can entirely ignore the admission averages and other deliverables people are talking about. I wish you luck with your application; never fear asking questions here! -- Sure, there will be bad eggs, but for the most part people will genuinely try to help if you just ask for it! ^_^

2015-01-05T14:17:53

BCS '14 alum

false

375

cnfdv5k

1

t3_2rcvge

sethnis

Math C&D on the third floor of the Math building.

2015-01-05T15:01:15

cs-alum

false

376

cnfe4vf

1

t3_2rf30j

t1_cnfb39m

sievernich

My mistake, was thinking of CS courses. Yes, the course instructor can override for you.

2015-01-05T15:08:57

null

false

377

cnfgg0n

11

t3_2rforl

topolopa

You go to the Electives Selection Office @ Needles Hall (NH3073) - Ask for Feridun he's a friend.

2015-01-05T16:13:26

CO/CS

false

378

cnfgvgs

9

t3_2rcuss

t1_cnf9ryc

GSODT

> PAS Good luck OP

2015-01-05T16:25:13

CS alumni

false

379

cnfghds

3

t3_2rf1rg

JodoYodo

If your hiring company did not provide any immigration support, I highly suggest speaking to an immigration lawyer. The process can be quite a pain and it's easy to be turned away if you're not prepared.

2015-01-05T16:14:27

MMath Alumni

false

380

cnfh6w4

2

t3_2rfx2b

grapeape25

http://www.ihaveaplan.ca/rte/en/UniversityofWaterlooundergraduatestudentsFEDS_ChangeofCoverage_OptOuts

2015-01-05T16:36:27

SoftEng 2015

false

381

cnfjdaz

2

t3_2rcr17

t1_cnfbiz0

pentakillace

thanks so much for this info you probably saved me a few kilos of weight :P

2015-01-05T17:38:19

null

false

382

cnfiyux

2

t3_2rcuss

t1_cnepsx8

uwnoob

dude OP's dad probably boned your dad

2015-01-05T17:26:41

engineering

false

383

cnfj16m

2

t3_2rcut4

t1_cner3nn

MyLifeIsAFacade

I agree, its foolish to base the community off of reddit, which is why I didn't. I was basing it off of my experiences thus far with the campus itself and the students enrolled. My only point connecting reddit and the waterloo community was that of the few trolls /r/mujuras has encountered, most are likely a result of young, stupid kids or the affect of anonymity. I then took the opportunity to elaborate on how I've experienced the community thus far. And sure, you are right, perhaps it is a bit rash of me to come to a conclusion so early in my studies. I will definitely concede that. However, I will not be told I'm not "trying". I do get involved in the activities and make an effort to contribute. I'll agree with you again: those who volunteer for orientation week and run the science-whatever (Sci-Eye? I can't remember) are fantastic and I appreciate their services. I suppose my opinion stems from the fact that I'm nearly a decade older than my classmates, and as a result have difficulty identifying with them. Our goals, while similar, are approached entirely differently. In short, I have little patience for their attitudes, which is a fault of mine, not theirs. My main gripe is just the complete lack of respect and responsibility I see between the students and the university. I was part of the class last term that sent the whole "lets mass email the dean of science - we have to fight for our right to good marks" bullshit. It was infuriating, primarily because half the class did poorly as a result of them not taking the course seriously. This was my during my first term, and as a result soured my opinion of a lot of students. Also, unrelated and perhaps trivial to many, the campus is a mess. I feel that is a result of students not caring. Trash everywhere all the time, filling classrooms and labs. It's just frustrating. I apologize if you took my opinion as me negatively labelling the school (I pretty much was). It was unfair of me, you're right. In honesty, I think University of Waterloo is a fantastic school academically and filled with great professors and motivated students. You are absolutely right, there is a community and it's great. I've met fantastic people in my time there. If /r/mujuras is still reading (if anyone is still reading), its worth investing time into. Edit: Edits.

2015-01-05T17:28:33

1B Honours Biology

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384

cnfjhau

1

t3_2rf30j

t1_cnf9ub7

synthlove

Thanks for the info

2015-01-05T17:41:29

null

false

385

cnfgw9g

0

t3_2rcuss

t1_cnewglz

GSODT

12 upvotes Damn, you guys aren't fucking?

2015-01-05T16:25:56

CS alumni

false

386

cnfmnme

16

t3_2rg9ss

sh4d3

I'd ask to use their washroom and piss all over the toilets and take a crap in the sinks. Seriously. There is nothing you can do but to contact CECA and hope you can land a job so you can meet the minimum requirements. It'll probably mess up your next coop job opportunity if you only have past coop jobs on your resume and nothing that makes you stand out.

2015-01-05T19:15:35

null

false

387

cnfmxfw

13

t3_2rgawe

uwquestion

ARE YOU NOT INTO TRAINS?

2015-01-05T19:23:51

null

false

388

cnfmsqy

12

t3_2rg9ss

t1_cnfmnme

AetherThought

The kid's in 1A, too, that makes me so mad. There's a very real possibility he's gonna fail his first work term, and lessen his chances at the next one, just because the employer decided that they didn't want extra hires at the last minute.

2015-01-05T19:20:01

3A Comp Eng

false

389

cnfljbq

10

t3_2rgawe

mich4elp

CS452

2015-01-05T18:41:25

CS

false

390

cnfn2jt

9

t3_2rgawe

randomguy12

Trains. Fucking trains. Take the fucking trains course!

2015-01-05T19:28:11

Alumni. Took dumps in every building on campus

false

391

cnfn79i

9

t3_2rg9ss

randomguy12

Tell your friend to inform their CECA contact immediately about this. They could find theirs by logging into Jobmine and selecting "Student Profile". Phone them first, if they don't pick up, email with high importance.

2015-01-05T19:32:03

Alumni. Took dumps in every building on campus

false

392

cnfmoax

8

t3_2rgawe

sh4d3

I heard real-time is real interesting and easy. Do CS452

2015-01-05T19:16:12

null

false

393

cnfmltr

8

t3_2rg9ss

axyjo

Use some connections and weasel my way back into an old job. Exactly what you said.

2015-01-05T19:13:59

2T COMPE

false

394

cnfml2p

6

t3_2rgfk5

thegooseandthegander

math 137 is math 127 + math 10

2015-01-05T19:13:20

science

false

395

cnfnbrp

6

t3_2rg9ss

t1_cnfmsqy

sh4d3

Tell him not to worry about getting a job or getting a crappy job (unless it's 8 month coop term then he's fucked). He can really take advantage of the situation and help himself in his next coop term to land a good job. If he lands a job it'll most likely be something he doesn't like to do (who does in their first coop). It'll probably be 9-5 and not require extra work time so he should make use of the free time to work on a project of his own so that he can have something to present in interviews for next term. If he's really lucky he can even use work time to work on things that'll benefit him if the job doesn't require a lot of effort. Now when he get's interviews in his next coop term he can present the project(s) (I suggest doing 1 large project rather than 2-3 small simple projects). He can also highlight the problems he encountered in finding out his job was cancelled and how he is a motivated student (chose to do a project instead of playing games for 4 months). It's not too bad for him since he is a 1st year student and most people don't even get jobs that are useful for later terms. If he was an upper year student this could have really hurt him so I'd tell him to take it easy and make sure to do something that'll benefit him for next coop term.

2015-01-05T19:35:48

null

false

396

cnfn091

5

t3_2rgawe

y3046308

my other courses are rec280 and geog 101. I don't know workloads of these courses yet

2015-01-05T19:26:14

null

false

397

cnfm4hr

5

t3_2rfray

ubermatt

I've seen this posted so many times with bridges and tunnels missing, so I created a corrected version [Here](http://i.imgur.com/oBqFSrb.jpg)

2015-01-05T18:59:15

engineering

false

398

cnflmz8

4

t3_2rforl

ArtisticD

You just drop the elective on quest and then enroll in the one you want...make sure there is space in the other class before you drop the first one (and that it fits your schedule).

2015-01-05T18:44:26

Honours PoliSci

false

399