Residence

Welcome back, Renison Residents! Whether you have lived in Renison before, or you are brand-new this term, we encourage you to attend your mandatory floor meeting!

What can you expect?

• Get to know your don and other floormates (there may be some new faces this term!)
• Learn about the policies and procedures at Renison
• Feel connected with your residence community!

When and where?

Saturday, January 11

9:30pm - 10:30pm (approx.)

Your Residence Floors

Talk to your don if you have any questions!

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

Welcome back, Reni-friends! College dinner is a tradition that Renison has held on to for years, and we cannot wait to share it with you! Residents are invited to join us for a special dinner created by Renison Food Services to celebrate the start of the term!

What can you expect?

• A special dinner with all of Renison's residents and Student Experience and Housing Team!
• Make new friends, or connect with your floor!
• Enjoy short speeches and fun activities hosted by your dons!

When and where?

Wednesday, January 8

5:30pm - 7:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

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

Shake Night is a fun, interactive event where you create your own milkshake, choosing from a variety of ice creams and toppings. It's the perfect opportunity to experiment with flavours, share creative combinations, and enjoy a sweet treat with your Reni-family.

What can you expect?

• Delicious toppings and ice creams to choose from
• A chance to try making a new combination of milkshake
• Fun times and laughs with other Renison residents!

When and where?

Thursday, December 12

9:00pm - 10:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

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.

Get ready for the holidays by making some cute and fun holiday crafts with your friends, floormates, dons and peer leaders. All are welcome to take a fun and creative break from studying in this holiday craft night power hour!

What can you expect?

• Painting, colouring, drawing, and more!
• A space to be creative and de-stress from your exams
• Art materials and snacks provided!

When and where?

Monday, December 16

9:00pm – 10:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Join your Peer Leaders, Dons and friends to take a break from studying to play Hide-and-Seek! Find your best hiding spot in Renison to see if you are the best hider in Renison! Don’t get caught by the seeker!

What can you expect?

• Take a break from studying and be a kid again in a giant game of hide-and-seek
• Make alliances or play solo as you try not to get caught!

When and where?

Saturday, December 14

9:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Join your Peer Leaders and dons for a fun evening of dancing and music! Just Dance is a popular video game where you try and copy the dancer in the video the best you can.

What can you expect?

• Dance to some of your favourite songs (or some old classics)
• See who has the best moves and highest energy
• A chance to get active and be social while you take a break from studying!

When and where?

Tuesday, December 10

9:00pm - 10:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

You’ve heard of dodgeball, but welcome to Renison’s Sock Dodgeball! See the cafeteria transformed into a sock dodgeball court!

What can you expect?

• Socks are provided (please do not bring your own!)
• Enjoy some laughs and relaxing energy around Renison during exams

When and where?

Sunday, December 8

9:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Cafeteria