Residence

Will you be living in Renison Residence this Fall? Join Renison's Housing Manager, Jen Burton, and Student Experience Coordinator, Stefany Kraft to learn how you can get Renison Ready! 

Join us for a trip to one of the Natural Wonders of the World!

What can you expect?

• Bus transportation from Renison to Niagara Falls (and back!)
• A chance to freely explore Niagara Falls for the day
• $35 to attend (bus only)

When and where?

Sunday, June 29

8:30am-10:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

Never tried Salsa dancing before? Or are you a pro? Come join us at the Uptown Waterloo Square to dance and have fun! No partner required.

What to expect?

• Salsa dancing to let loose 
• Music and a good time!
• No partner required, just come and have fun!

When and Where?

Thursday, July 3

6:30-9:00pm

Meet in Renison atrium to take GRT ion to Uptown Waterloo Public Square

Attention thrill seekers and adrenaline fans! Renison is going to Canada’s Wonderland, and you’re invited!

What can you expect?

• Bus transportation to Ontario’s largest theme park, Canada’s Wonderland and back to Renison
• Admission to the park
• $115 to attend

When and where?

Saturday, July 5

8:15am – 9:00pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

Join your residence dons for a unique experience in the cafeteria! Each event is a surprise planned by dons for the residence students and Renison community!

What you can expect? 

• High energy event

• Snacks, games, and lots of fun!

• The chance to connect with the dons and residence community

When and where?

Monday, July 7

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Meet in the cafeteria 

Join your residence dons for a unique experience in the cafeteria! Each event is a surprise planned by dons for the residence students and Renison community!

What you can expect? 

• High energy event

• Snacks, games, and lots of fun!

• The chance to connect with the dons and residence community

When and where?

Wednesday, July 2

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Meet in the cafeteria 

Celebrate Canada Day with your peer leaders in Waterloo Park! Enjoy games and vendors! Stick around until 10:00pm to see a colourful drone show!

What can you expect?

• Booths with vendors and food
• Live music and performances by local artists
• A fun evening in the park with your peer leaders!

When and where?

Tuesday, July 1

5:00pm – 10:00pm

Meet in the Atrium to walk to Waterloo Park

In this classic Renison event, you get to meet a new friend every 5-minutes! Exchange contact information, and get to know as many new Reni-friends as possible!

What can you expect?

• Snacks for everyone
• Conversation Starters at each table
• A chance to break the ice and make new friends

When and where?

Monday, June 30

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Celebrate the end of June with the classic Renison Bonfire Party! 

What can you expect?

• Make new friends
• Roast marshmallows and hot dogs over the fire
• Play games, dance, and have fun!

When and where?

Friday, June 27

8:00pm – 11:00pm

Renison Courtyard