The great gaggle of Waterloo

Waterloo grad Rachel Jung crosses the stage this spring at convocation and leaves behind a gaggle of geese artwork  By Angelica Marie Sanchez University Relations Convocation is a time of immense pride for our graduands as they celebrate their accomplishments with family and friends. Rachel Jung (BA '23) will cross the stage this spring and receiving their Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Arts and Arts and Business. Jung has had several pieces of artwork featured across the Waterloo campus. The Department of Fine Arts proudly presents Epoch - the 49th Annual Senior Undergraduate Exhibition that was held during the winter 2023 term. Epoch features an exhibit of Jung's fourth-year artwork on display at the University of Waterloo Art Gallery located in East Campus Hall.  "It's really amazing that some of my designs get to be a part of such a special place," Jung says. As a multidisciplinary artist, Jung has also found purpose in creating art outside of class, where they worked as a digital designer for the Glow Centre and the Student Success Office. Jung plans on taking a break after convocation as they transition into this next part of their life. Feeling confident that they can count on the skills and competence that they have developed as a Waterloo student to help them navigate the next chapter of their career.  "I definitely feel that the university grind can pull us into this sense of having to be on top of our things and working all the time," Jung says when asked to share advice for other students trying to navigate university life.  "To me, taking a break and spending time for myself, whether that be therapy or sleeping or even making a meal, has been really crucial," Jung says.