Winter 2022 has been quite the exciting term for residence students! Due to the Omicron wave of the pandemic, we experienced a bit of a slow start. However, Student Council did everything we could to foster a warm, welcoming, and joyful environment for both new and returning students. Among other things, this included door decorating, online games nights, outdoor winter activities, and walk-a-mile in small groups. As restrictions eased, we hosted larger events such as Pi Day, a Bob Ross paint night, a games night, and the classic roommate challenge. Additionally, the Associate program has been exuberant this term as we can once again welcome Off-Campus Associates to Community Supper and into all areas of the building. Associates have also enjoyed multiple community-building campfires, a pizza lunch, and a BBQ potluck.
Similarly, the Larger Leadership Team (LLT)has been increasingly active. In recognition of the Ukraine crisis, Peace Society and Special Projects ran fundraisers which raised a total of $2,071 to support MCC’s relief efforts. Peace Society also organized a very successful clothing drive for oneROOF Youth Services in Kitchener, and Special Projects coordinated sign-making and transportation for a climate strike in Waterloo. The Athletic Reps ran a variety of activities, including capture the flag, rock climbing, and skating on the Grebel ice rink that they set up and maintained during the colder months. Divisions of LLT collaborated on events and initiatives, such as the Social Committee & QuAQ Coffee House, QuAQ issue of GrebelSpeaks, and FLOW and Gents Secret Siblings.
