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.

Student Experience & Housing News

News

Monday, June 3, 2024

iBASE Peer Mentors Needed!

Renison ELI is looking for past iBASE Students to be iBASE Peer Mentors this summer! As an iBASE Peer Mentor, you can share your knowledge and expertise with a group of three current iBASE students as they navigate classes, living in Canada and Waterloo, and the transition into studies at the University of Waterloo.

Student Events

Events

Monday, July 29, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

iBASE Upper-Year Student Meet & Greet

iBASE students are invited to meet upper-year students in their faculty!

What can you expect?

  • Spend time with an upper-year student
  • Ask questions and learn about their experiences in their program
  • Learn about what you can expect as a UWaterloo student!

When and where?

Monday, July 29

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Renison Atrium

Monday, July 29, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Chapel Service

An Anglican Eucharist service presented by Chaplain Paul.

What can you expect?

  • Formal Anglican worship including bread and wine at 6:00pm
  • Followed by coffee and community discussion

When and where?

Every Monday following July 1

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 11:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Sustainability Fair Hosted by the ELI Student Leadership Team

The ELI Student Leadership Team has been hard at work preparing for the Sustainability Fair! Come out to support them by visiting their booths!

What can you expect?

  • Interactive learning about the UN’s Sustainability Goals
  • A chance to practice English
  • A fun event with games and treats!

When and where?

Tuesday, July 30

11:00am – 1:00pm

Renison Atrium