Residence

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?

• Pick your go-to karaoke song and sing along with the music
• Cheer on your friends as they rock their favourite tunes
• Enjoy snacks, dancing, and a fun atmosphere with your Renison community!

When and where?

Friday, January 10

8:00pm - 10:00pm

Renison Atrium

Mandatory Check-in Meetings will be held for Renison residents all week! Attend your meeting and share your experiences with your don or peer leader!

What can you expect?

• A 15-minute one-on-one meeting with your residence don or peer leader
• Share your experiences, ask for help, or just chat about the term!
• A great chance to share feedback, find helpful resources, and feel connected.

When and where?

January 27 - 31

9:30pm - 10:30pm

Various Locations

Check your UWaterloo email for your Check-in Meeting time. If you have any questions, ask your don or speak to a member of the Student Experience and Housing Team. 

"Pet" your stress away by joining us for a therapeutic hour of interactive activity with sweet therapy dogs! It has been proven that spending time with dogs helps to enhance your mood, social skills, memory stimulation, and so much more! (And they're really cute!)

What can you expect?

• Dogs and their handlers will be available for the lunch hour
• Drop-in and spend some time snuggling some happy pups
• A nice break from your classes and the stress of the term; guaranteed to leave you in a better mood for the afternoon!

When and where?

Thursday, January 30

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Chinese Student Hangout is hosting a dumpling making event! Come out and learn how to make your own dumplings while enjoying some great conversations with other Chinese students!

What can you expect?

• Build a community and connections with other Chinese students
• Make your own dumplings and share them with friends!
• Enjoy some time relaxing with your Chinese peers!

When and where?

Tuesday, January 28

Begins at 5:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Do you spend hours scrolling through social media? Do you spend more time gaming than studying? Join us for this helpful workshop if you want to take back control of your life and use your time more productively. Student Advisor A.J. will show you some tools and strategies you can use to achieve a healthy balance between screen time and "real time". Snacks will be served!

What can you expect?

• A helpful workshop to learn about developing healthy habits
• Delicious snacks to enjoy while you learn
• Some great information and practical ways to decrease your screen usage

When and where?

Monday, January 27

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Attending this workshop counts as a stamp towards the Renison Stamp Rally Challenge. Pick up your stamp card from Moose Tracks before the event.

Show off your competitive side and play some fun board games with peer leaders!

What can you expect?

• Try new board games
• Make new friends
• Enjoy some snacks!

When and where?

Friday, January 24

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Whether you're a five-star chef, or just learning how to boil water, all Renison residents are invited to compete with their floor in this year's Cooking With Tim: Floor Cooking Challenge!

What can you expect?

• All materials will be provided.
• Residence floors compete to see who is the best at cooking!
• The winning floor after each challenge gets a special prize!

When and where?

Thursday, January 23

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Did you know that there are lots of different resources available to you on campus? Join us to learn about them!

What can you expect?

• Learn about resources available to support student mental health on and off campus
• Connect with peer leaders and Renison staff
• Learn more about what mental health and wellness means to you!

When and where?

Wednesday, January 22

11:30am – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Did you know that Reni Moose turns 66 years old this year? To celebrate, Reni wants all his Reni-friends to join him in the Atrium for some Carnival-themed birthday fun!

What can you expect?

• Carnival Games
• Photo booth (with the birthday moose!)
• Music
• Cake and snacks
• and more!

When and where?

Tuesday, January 14

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Renison Atrium

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