In Memoriam

August 9, 2021

William Waters (1932-2021) championed Woodsworth College students.

For many years, William Waters, a member of the Woodsworth College donor community, was instrumental in ensuring the academic success of many students pursuing a path to degree studies via the College's Academic Bridging Program (ABP).

In establishing the William Waters Academic Bridging Award, Bill Waters saw an opportunity to make a difference: many students who over the years accessed secondary education by enrolling in the ABP received financial assistance and recognition through this award. Waters, a graduate of the former Division of Extension (which was later dissolved upon the founding of Woodsworth College), had been very familiar with degree studies at U of T as a mature student.

Bill Waters with Joe Desloges — Former Principal Joe Desloges with Bill Waters in the William and Phyllis Waters Lounge in the Woodsworth College Residence

The College will remain forever grateful for Bill Water's legacy of support. A tribute award has been established in his honour. Click here to make a contribution.

Read the full U of T Obituary here.