What is the ELI Student Leadership Team?
The ELI Student Leadership Team is a committee comprised of students studying in Renison's Bridge to Academic Success in English (BASE) and English for Academic Success (EFAS) programs. The team meets bi-weekly each term to create an educational and community-building event for Renison and UWaterloo students.
The ELI Student Leadership team is designed to help its members practise their English language skills, develop leadership skills through teamwork and collaboration, and gain Canadian volunteer experience.
Our Goals
The goals of the ELI Student Leadership Team include:
- Provide an opportunity for students studying in the BASE and EFAS programs to gain Canadian volunteer experience by completing a total of 20+ volunteer hours in one term.
- Develop English language confidence and skills in students studying in Renison's English Language Institute programs.
- Contribute to the student experience by hosting fun and education events developed and facilitated by students.
- Foster an environment of growth for BASE and EFAS students to improve on their leadership, collaboration, teamwork, and communication skills.
- Build a strong, inclusive community of student leadership within the ELI Leadership team.
Have a question about the ELI Student Leadership Team?
Contact Allison Marlowe, Student Experience Coordinator at asmarlowe@uwaterloo.ca or in-person in office REN 0209.
Past Events
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International Education Week (China and the Globe, Japan and the Globe, South Korea and the Globe)
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Random Act of Kindness Day
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Sustainability Fair
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International Fair
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East Asian Fun Day
News
World Happiness Day
On March 20, the ELI Student Leadership Team hosted Renison's first-ever World Happiness Day event! The team developed fun programming to spread happiness and kindness to the Renison community.
iBASE Leadership Team
During the Summer term, students completing the iBASE program can join the iBASE Leadership Team. Through this team, iBASE students work together over the course of seven weeks to plan and execute an event for the Renison community. Together, they complete seven Leadership workshops that help enhance their experience as future University of Waterloo students.
If you are interested in joining the iBASE Leadership Team or have any questions, please reach out to Allison Marlowe at asmarlowe@uwaterloo.ca.
ELI Student Leadership Team Photo Gallery
China and the Globe - November 2023
China and the Globe - November 2023
Japan and the Globe - November 2023
Japan and the Globe - November 2023
South Korea and the Globe - November 2023
South Korea and the Globe - November 2023
South Korea and the Globe - November 2023
International Fair - November 2019
International Fair - November 2019
International Fair - November 2019
International Fair - November 2018
International Fair - November 2018
ELI Leadership Team Meeting - Fall 208
ELI Leadership Team Meeting - Fall 2018
Random Act of Kindness Day - November 2018
Random Act of Kindness Day - November 2018
Random Act of Kindness Day - November 2017
Art Event - March 2018
Join the ELI Student Leadership Team!
The ELI Student Leadership Team is a volunteer opportunity that will allow BASE and EFAS students to build their communication, leadership and teamwork skills through the active planning, coordination and execution of an on-campus event for the University of Waterloo community.
This student leadership opportunity is designed for students who will be studying on campus for Spring 2024 in the EFAS (English For Academic Success) and BASE (Bridge to Academic Success in English) programs.
Opportunities for Growth & Development
Students who participate in the program will have the chance to:
- Build volunteer experience through participation
- Receive a letter of recognition for their involvement in the initiative
- Strengthen their oral skills by communicating with native English speakers
- Gain project management experience and build time management and organization skills by helping to organize a large in-person campus event
- Feel more connected to the UWaterloo community through active civic engagement
Requirements
To participate in the ELI Student Leadership Team, students will be required to:
- Be a registered student in the EFAS or BASE programs
- Serve as a positive ambassador and role model for Renison University College
- Attend 6-7 planning meetings throughout the term for a minimum of 1 hour
- Attend the large on-campus event coordinated by the volunteer team
- Be an active participant during the regular planning meetings and event and work to use English only during these meetings
Questions?
If you have questions about this student leadership opportunity, please contact:
Allison Marlowe
Student Experience Coordinator, Student Experience & Housing
asmarlowe@uwaterloo.ca
Office: Room 0209A