Welcome to Renison Student Experience and Housing
Get involved in our vibrant student community!
At Renison University College, we strive to have a dynamic student experience where everyone belongs.
Our Renison community includes degree students studying in our Social Development Studies program, School of Social Work, Culture and Language Studies courses, as well as our credit-free courses and English Language Institute. We are also proud to have our own Renison Residence, which is centrally located on the University of Waterloo campus and is home each term to more than residents from all six of Waterloo's faculties.
Renison's residence has become known for its small, intimate, and family-like community of residents making it an ideal place for incoming students adjusting to university life. Come and be a part of the family!
Joining our close-knit community means benefiting from outstanding opportunities for learning and scholarship through an interactive and inclusive environment. Students in residence live in truly a multicultural environment, where they will develop awareness, knowledge and skills for a globalized world.
What does Renison Student Experience & Housing do?
Renison's Student Experience and Housing helps our students in many ways!
Access Support
Being part of a smaller community within a larger community is an awesome thing about being at Renison. One-on-one meet-ups and connecting with our team is one example! Your Renison student leaders are here to support you, too!
Get involved
With our events and workshops, student volunteer opportunities, student leadership committee opportunities, there's so many ways to be part of our community!
Feel at home
If you lived at Renison, you would be home by now. Our Renison Residence is home to 214 students at any given time, with wrap-around support to help you adjust to your new surroundings.
Build experience
Whether you're a Peer Leader, Residence Don, Connection Desk Assistant, or a Programs Assistant, there are many paid leadership opportunities at Renison to help you build your skills.
Find your way
The University of Waterloo can feel like a city within itself! Our Moose Tracks Connection Desk is here to help you with any questions you have about life at Renison and Waterloo -- as well as a place to find a tasty snack.
Student Experience & Housing News
News
Renison to host events for International Education Week 2024!
International Education Week is coming up quickly! Check out all the great events Renison will be hosting next week!
Renison is hiring for Winter 2025!
Renison is hiring this Winter for part-time student staff job opportunities!
Embrace November with your Renison community!
Your Renison community cares about you and November is a time to embrace your community with our many events and workshops happening!
Student Events
Events
Mid-Day Prayer
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!
Monday, November 4, 11, 18, 25
Wednesday, November 6, 13, 20, 27
Friday, November 8, 15, 22, 29
12:00pm - 12:15pm
Chapel of St. Bede
Study Skills Workshop: Preparing for Finals
Final exams are just around the corner, and we want to help you succeed! Join Peer Leader Rubee and Student Advisor A.J. for a chance to learn some great study tips to help you prepare for your final exams and assessments.
What can you expect?
- Peer leaders share their experiences and best tips for studying
- Connect with other students and learn some best practices
- Study snacks will be provided!
When and where?
Wednesday, November 13
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Dunker Family Lounge
All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!
Board Game Night
Show off your competitive side and play some fun board games with peer leaders!
What can you expect?
- Try different board games
- Make new friends
- Enjoy some snacks!
When and where?
Wednesday, November 13
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Renison Atrium