Events

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Take a break from studying during lunch to feel like a kid again and make an adorable Thanksgiving craft and enjoy some yummy treats!

What can you expect?

• Learn about, or share, Canadian Thanksgiving traditions
• Get creative using Fall colours and elements in your art
• Enjoy some delicious October treats

When and where?

Thursday, October 10

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Join other mature students for a chance to relax between classes for snacks and good conversation!

What can you expect?

• Friendly conversation with other mature students and Renison staff
• A chance to create a community
• Yummy snacks and a great atmosphere

When and where?

Thursday, October 10

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

The University of Waterloo is home to the brand-new International Student Experience Centre (IEC). Join us for a visit to learn more about the supports available to international students!

What can you expect?

• Informative presentation about Immigration Consulting and International Student Experience
• Enjoy treats and a tour of the new space
• Ask questions, network, and get to know the different teams in IEC!

When and where?

Thursday, October 10

4:30pm – 6:00pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium to walk to Needles Hall (First Floor)

SDS & BSW students are invited to enjoy some delicious pizza while taking time to mingle with their professors.

What can you expect?

• See your professors in a casual setting and get to know them
• Mingle with other students and make great connections

When and where?

Thursday, October 10

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Dunker Family Lounge

University can be stressful, and it can be easy to lose sight of your goals or forget to find time for relaxation and self-care. Join Peer Leader Rubee and Chaplain Scott for an interactive workshop series to help you feel grounded each week. With a focus on gratitude, you will complete a series of workshops that introduce mindfulness practices and techniques.

October workshops include:

• Writing gratitude notes
• Giving and receiving words of affirmation
• EFT Tapping Therapy
• Mindful Painting

What can you expect?

• Mini-lecture on each week's mindfulness practice content
• Interactive activities that allow you to practice gratitude and mindfulness in a comfortable and guided space
• A sense of community and gratitude at the end of each session

When and where?

Thursday, October 3, 10, 24, & 31

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

A special bonus workshop will be held over Reading Week on Thursday, October 17.

Do you have questions about this workshop series? Email Rev. Scott McLeod at scott.mcleod@uwaterloo.ca for more information.

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, October 7, 21, & 29

Wednesday, October 2, 9, 23, & 30

Friday, October 4, 11, & 25

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

National Coming Out Day is a day that supports all 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals sharing their identities with the world. Coming out on this day is not a requirement, and whether you are ready or not (or a supportive ally), Renison will be hosting a booth to share resources and support for all community members.

What can you expect?

• Handouts, flyers, and knowledgeable staff who are happy to answer questions
• A chance to learn about 2SLGBTQIA+ initiatives, support, and advocacy in Renison and the Waterloo Region
• A space to chat with trusted members of the Renison community about sexuality, gender, and personal identity

When and where?

Friday, October 11

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

The Glow Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity and SPECTRUM offer support for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals both on-campus and in the Waterloo Region. 

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a worship service in the Anglican Tradition. Everyone is welcome!

What can you expect?

• Participate in the Eucharist, also known as the Lord's Supper or Communion.
• A full Anglican service and a chance to develop a sense of community.

When and where?

Monday, October 7, 14, 21, & 29

6:00pm – 8:00pm

Chapel of St Bede

Staying at Renison for Thanksgiving? Don’t eat dinner alone! All residence students staying at Renison are invited to enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner and enjoy the holiday together!

What can you expect?

• Join your don, peer leaders, and friends for a lovely dinner together
• Dress up if you like to, and enjoy some Thanksgiving staples, including pumpkin pie!

When and where?

Monday, October 14

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

University can be stressful, and it can be easy to lose sight of your goals or forget to find time for relaxation and self-care. Join Peer Leader Rubee and Chaplain Scott for an interactive workshop series to help you feel grounded each week. With a focus on gratitude, you will complete a series of workshops that introduce mindfulness practices and techniques.

October workshops include:

• Writing gratitude notes
• Giving and receiving words of affirmation
• EFT Tapping Therapy
• Mindful Painting

What can you expect?

• Mini-lecture on each week's mindfulness practice content
• Interactive activities that allow you to practice gratitude and mindfulness in a comfortable and guided space
• A sense of community and gratitude at the end of each session

When and where?

Thursday, October 3, 10, 24, & 31

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

A special bonus workshop will be held over Reading Week on Thursday, October 17.

Do you have questions about this workshop series? Email Rev. Scott McLeod at scott.mcleod@uwaterloo.ca for more information.