UW Indian Connection

The University of Waterloo’s Indian Connection (UWIC) is a student run association that aims to celebrate India by promoting Indian culture at the University of Waterloo.

History
Started in February 2008 by a group of friends who wanted to bring some of their cultural heritage to their university experience, the University of Waterloo's Indian Connection (UWIC) has grown from a small club to a massive team of students all working together to keep their heritage and traditions alive. UWIC strives to provide a friendly environment for all students of Indian origin and promotes awareness about Indian tradition, music, art and dance forms by conducting events all year round across campus.

Organization
Being a Federation of Students club, members of the club need not be of Indian descent.

UWIC is organized into teams based on different aspects of event coordination, including:
 * Marketing – includes graphic design and social media/website maintenance
 * Mentorship – fostering a friendly and welcoming environment for our new and International students
 * Sponsorship – dealing with local businesses in the community to aid with the running of various on-campus events
 * Operations – focuses on upcoming events throughout the term
 * Internal Communications – administration for the club
 * External Communications – liaison with the Federation of Students, etc.
 * Sports – small sports events for club members and public to participate in

Events
Past events of the UWIC include:
 * Semi-formals
 * Club nights (including a guest performance by Sweta Shubram)
 * Holi Hangama
 * Games night (carrom, dumb charades, anthakshari, etc.)
 * Kabaddi tournament
 * Desi-style BBQ
 * Desi Flash Mob
 * Garba and Bhangra night
 * KW Multicultural Festival (dance and singing performances)
 * Broadcast World Cup games in SLC Great Hall (India vs Sri Lanka, India vs Pakistan, etc.)
 * Showing of Satyameva Jayate episodes in SLC Great Hall

Other Clubs
Occasionally, UWIC collaborates with other clubs such as:
 * No Strings Attached (Desi Acapella)
 * Pakistani Students Association
 * Afghan Students Association
 * Bangladesi Students Association
 * Waterloo-Laurier Ismali Students Association

Other Services
UWIC has prepared a mentorship package for those who are living on their own for the first time. It discusses topics such as where to do laundry, to how to use a WatCard, and what happens during exam time. They are available by contacting the club via email.