Welcome to Centre for Society, Technology and Values
The Centre for Society, Technology and Values (CSTV) is a uniquely UWaterloo interdisciplinary centre that sets out to explain and examine social aspects of technology and technological change.
CSTV was established in 1984 as an interdisciplinary teaching and research unit. Since 1991, it has been connected with the Department of Systems Design Engineering.
SYDE 730: AI & Society with Dr. Cameron Shelley
A look inSYDE CSTV
A Look inSYDE with Dr. Scott Campbell
A look inSYDE with Dr. Cameron Shelley
News
CSTV Film Series: Blade Runner
Come to the opening event in our new film series about technology and society. Blade Runner (1982), the Final Cut!
STV Courses: The Spring 2025 Tour!
Looking for an elective about technology and society to develop your critical thinking skills and give you a chance to reflect on the costs and benefits of technology? Then join our Spring 2025 tour!
Remember: all STV courses are open to everyone, and for engineers these are List A & C CSEs!
Call for Climate Adaptation Coop Research applications
Systems Design faculty members can apply for Cornfield/CSTV Climate Adaptation Coop Research Funding until the end of November. Email Scott Campbell if you have questions, or connect with Natasha Poley to apply.