A conversation with Professor Xiao Hu, where she discusses her database theory research and its applications to practical database systems, advice for aspiring computer scientists, and what excites her about joining the Cheriton School of Computer Science.
Sheng-Chieh (Jack) Lin, PhD candidate
David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science
Supervisor: Professor Jimmy Lin
Johann David Wentzel, PhD candidate
David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science
Supervisor: Professor Daniel Vogel
Ion Stoica
Professor, EECS Department, University of California at Berkeley
Director, Sky Computing Lab
Xiao Hu, Professor
David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science
Gaurav Sahu, PhD candidate
David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science
Supervisor: Professor Olga Vechtomova
Qiao Miao, Senior Lecturer
School of Computer Science, University of Auckland
Based on its program and research reputation, the Cheriton School of Computer Science has again been ranked number one in Canada in the 2025 Maclean’s university rankings. This marks the fifth consecutive year that CS at Waterloo has received this prestigious distinction.
Saber Malekmohammadi, PhD candidate
David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science
Supervisor: Professor Yaoliang Yu
For Kefan Cao, university has been about finding a balance between working hard and having fun.
Cao is this year’s recipient of the Faculty of Mathematics K.D. Fryer Gold Medal, an honour given to a student who exemplifies academic excellence, good citizenship and involvement in extracurricular activities. He graduates this Friday with a Bachelor of Computer Science degree.