All Students

Monday, January 13, 2025 11:30 am - 1:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Drop-in Educational Workshop (Safe Dating) Hosted by the Renison Inclusion Coordinators

BSW Link Inclusion Coordinators are hosting a drop-in booth to talk to students about the importance of safe dating!

What can you expect?

  • A booth in the cafeteria
  • Knowledgeable Link Inclusion Coordinators sharing information and handouts
  • A chance to ask questions and learn important and helpful information

When and where?

Monday, January 13

11:30am - 1:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Thursday, January 9, 2025 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Renison's Monthly Trivia Night

Test your knowledge in this fun trivia event hosted by your Renison Peer Leaders! Answer questions in teams about surprise themes and see who the Renison Trivia winner could be!

What can you expect?

  • Pub-style snacks like onion rings and fries to munch on while you play
  • Fun energy and playful competition among Reni-friends
  • Full bragging rights to anyone who answers the toughest questions correctly!

When and where?

Thursday, January 9

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Renison Atrium

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Silent Reading Club

Do you love reading but can never find the time? We have the solution for you! Bring a book and get ready to get comfy in the Link Inclusion Lounge while you and a group of friends take a break to read!

What can you expect?

  • Independent reading with other book lovers
  • Warm beverages and light snacks to enjoy while you read
  • A chance to talk about your book (and all books) with other participants!

When and where?

Tuesday, January 7 and 21

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00) Tuesday, December 17, 2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Music Jam

Bring your love of music to the DFL to jam with other Renison residents!

What can you expect?

  • Singing, guitars, drums, pianos – any instrument you have available!
  • Casual drop-in to play some songs and make new friends
  • All levels are welcome!

When and where?

Tuesday, December 3, 10, & 17 

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Please note that Renison will be closed for the holidays as of Friday, December 20 until Tuesday, January 2. Music Jam will reconvene in the new year.

Thursday, December 5, 2024 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Karaoke Night

Bring your energy, singing voice, and a list of your favourite songs to enjoy a night of karaoke with your peer leaders! Don’t want to sing? That’s okay! All are welcome to come out and enjoy the good vibes!

What can you expect?

  • Snacks
  • Singing
  • Dancing
  • FUN!

When and where?

Thursday, December 5

7:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Atrium

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Learn to Chill

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.

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?

Tuesday, December 3

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Monday, December 2, 2024 11:00 am - 1:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Holiday Tree Decorating

The holidays are right around the corner! Join your peer leaders to get our Atrium tree decorated and ready for festivities!

What can you expect?

  • Ornaments for you to personalize and decorate
  • Holiday songs and talking about holiday traditions while you work
  • Enjoy some festive treats and friendship as you get creative!

When and where?

Monday, December 2

11:00am – 1:00pm

Renison Atrium

Monday, December 9, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00) Monday, December 16, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Anglican Chapel Service

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, December 2, 9, 16

6:00pm – 9:00pm

Chapel of St Bede

Please note: Renison will be closed as of 12:00pm on Friday, December 20. Chapel services will reconvene as of January 6.

Thursday, November 28, 2024 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Let's Write Together

The Writing and Communication Centre is coming to Renison! Students are encouraged to drop-in and access writing support, get helpful resources to take home, or even ask some quick questions!

What can you expect?

  • Knowledgeable WCC staff members offering writing support
  • A chance to get help with starting, editing, or finishing an assignment, presentation, or job application
  • Learning about the great services that the University of Waterloo offers to all students

When and where?

Thursday, November 28

Between 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Self-Compassion Booth with Peer Health Education

Learn about the importance of self-compassion through this booth with our friends from Peer Health Education!

What can you expect?

  • A booth in the Cafeteria
  • Knowledgeable representatives from Peer Health Education will share information and handouts
  • A chance to ask questions and learn important and helpful information

When and where

Wednesday, November 27

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria