Events

Peer Health Education are hosting a drop-in booth to talk to students about the importance of practicing Safe Sex!

What can you expect?

• A booth in the Cafeteria
• Knowledgeable representatives from Peer Health Education sharing information and handouts
• A chance to ask questions and learn important and helpful information

When and where?

Tuesday, September 17

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Take some time to relax and re-center with a guided meditation by Chaplain Rev. Scott McLeod.

What can you expect?

• A simple breathing meditation (non-religous).
• A practice and tool to help calm the mind, sharpen focus, de-stress, and relax.
• An opportunity to learn and practice pausing and centring yourself when you need to.

When and where?

Every Tuesday and Thursday in September 

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Tuesdays: Chapel of St. Bede

Thursdays: Multi-faith Prayer Space

Want to learn more about Japan? Join Peer Yoshi on an interactive "trip" to Japan to see some beautiful sights and learn more about Japanese culture!

What can you expect?

• Travel tips and ideas for Japan
• Japanese snacks
• A fun way to experience Japan from the comfort of your seat!

When and where?

Tuesday, September 17

4:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 3106

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a mid-day prayer in the Anglican Tradition. It is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and contemplate, where all are welcome to participate.

What can you expect?

• A short prayer led by Scott
• A chance to step back from the day and reflect

When and where?

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Join us to paint a pot and “adopt” a little succulent to take home! Even enjoy some delicious ice cream while you paint!

What can you expect?

• Pots, plants, and art supplies will be provided
• Bring your creativity to decorate your own little pot
• Take your new plant home!

When and where?

Wednesday, September 18

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Renison Atrium

Note: pots, plants, and ice cream are limited and will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

Are you a Renison Registered student? Do you want to create and host your own events for the Renison community? Join us for the first Renison Academic Student Committee (RASC) Meeting!

What can you expect?

• Get to know other representatives on RASC
• Learn about upcoming events and how you can help
• Work as a team to plan future events and gain some valuable leadership experience

When and where?

Thursday, September 19

11:30am - 12:30pm

Dunker Family Lounge

REGISTER HERE: https://uwaterloo.ca/renison-student-experience/leadership/renison-academic-student-committee

Take some time to relax and re-center with a guided meditation by Chaplain Rev. Scott McLeod.

What can you expect?

• A simple breathing meditation (non-religous).
• A practice and tool to help calm the mind, sharpen focus, de-stress, and relax.
• An opportunity to learn and practice pausing and centring yourself when you need to.

When and where?

Every Tuesday and Thursday in September 

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Tuesdays: Chapel of St. Bede

Thursdays: Multi-faith Prayer Space

Want to gain some Canadian volunteer experience to enhance your resume? Join the ELI Student Leadership Team and work with your classmates to plan and facilitate a fun event for the Renison community!

What can you expect?

• Attend bi-weekly meetings to plan your event
• Learn about different leadership skills each week, like teamwork, communication, and organization
• Host an event 100% planned and created by the students, for the students!

When and where?

Thursday, September 19

4:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 1918

Register on the ELI Student Leadership Website!

Whether you're a five-star chef, or just learning how to boil water, all Renison residents are invited to compete with their floor in this year's Cooking With Tim: Floor Cooking Challenge!

What can you expect?

• All materials will be provided.
• Residence floors will compete to see who is the best at cooking.
• The winning floor after each challenge gets a special prize!

When and where?

Thursday, September 19

7:30pm – 8:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a mid-day prayer in the Anglican Tradition. It is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and contemplate, where all are welcome to participate.

What can you expect?

• A short prayer led by Scott
• A chance to step back from the day and reflect

When and where?

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede