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. 

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Students celebrating in the Great Hall

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.

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Student Events

Events

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

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

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!

Thursday, November 14, 2024 7:00 am - 8:00 am EST (GMT -05:00)

Hanshin University Virtual Information Session

Students at Hanshin University who are interested in the Winter 2025 English for Academic Success (EFAS) program are invited to a Virtual Information Session hosted by the Renison English Language Institute (ELI). 

What can you expect?

  • Meet members of the Renison ELI
  • Learn more about the EFAS Program, housing options, and airport transfers for your arrival
  • Ask your questions about EFAS, studying in Canada, residence, and more!

When and where?

Thursday, November 14

7:00am - 8:00am EST (9:00pm - 10:00pm KST)

Join Zoom Meeting
https://uwaterloo.zoom.us/j/95756782277?pwd=0GlBdILMtbFhqAXAZD3NhkxhIvUc4Q.1 

Meeting ID: 957 5678 2277
Passcode: Renison

 

Thursday, November 14, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Drop-in Meditation

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-religious).
  • 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

Tuesday, November 5, 19, 26 in the Chapel of St Bede 

Thursday, November 7, 14, 21, 28 in the Multi-faith Prayer Space

12:00pm – 12:15pm

Note: Tuesday, November 12 will be held in the Dunker Family Lounge from 12:00pm - 1:00pm as a special collaboration session with RASC.