Exciting News: Lennart Nacke Named University Research Chair

Exciting News: Lennart Nacke Named University Research Chair

Exciting News: Lennart Nacke Named University Research Chair

We are thrilled to announce that Lennart Nacke, head of our group at the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business, has been appointed as a University Research Chair, effective July 1, 2024. This prestigious designation is awarded to recognize exceptional achievement and pre-eminence in specific fields of knowledge. As highlighted by James W.E. Rush, Vice-President, Academic and Provost, the University of Waterloo’s esteemed reputation is significantly enhanced by the quality of its professors and their scholarly accomplishments. Nacke's leadership and significant contributions to the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) are a testament to the high standards upheld by the University. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Nacke on this remarkable achievement!

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