Residence

You’ve heard of dodgeball, but welcome to Renison’s Sock Dodgeball! See the cafeteria transformed into a sock dodgeball court! Not into dodgeball? No worries! Decorate some cookies and enjoy some chill vibes with your dons and other residents!

What can you expect?

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

When and where?

Friday, April 12

10:00pm – 11:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Power hour events are Renison Residence Exclusive events.

Dons are inviting you to the ultimate Capture the Flag experience! Find your floor’s flag hidden somewhere in Renison for a prize!

What can you expect?

• Enjoy the chance to relax and be loud during 23-hour quiet hours!
• Take a brain break from your exam preparations
• Friendly competition between floors and teams!

When and where?

Wednesday, April 10

10:00pm – 11:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Power hour events are Renison Residence Exclusive events.

Kick off exam season with a bonfire party hosted by your residence dons!

What can you expect?

• Marshmallows, sticks and goodies to roast
• A fun bonfire with music and good vibes
• A chance to relax between your studies before 23-hour quiet hours begin

When and where?

Monday, April 8

8:00pm – 11:00pm

Renison Courtyard

Power hour events are Renison Residence Exclusive events.

Power up, Renison! Residents are invited to compete against their friends in games of Mario Kart!

What can you expect?

• Try out new tracks on the Nintendo Switch
• See which of your friends is the best Mario Kart racer!
• Friendly competition is welcome and encouraged!

When and where?

Sunday, April 7

Begins at 12:00pm

Moose Room

Get creative with Mason Jars! Join peer leaders to make your very own Kleenex holder out of a mason jar.

What can you expect?

• Mason jars and craft supplies are provided
• Design and decorate your own jar.
• Take your jar home and put it on display!

When and where?

Thursday, April 4

11:30am – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Join Student Advisor AJ for this incredibly helpful (and delicious!) workshop!

What can you expect?

• Learn different strategies for staying calm while writing tests
• Find new ways to keep well during exam season
• Did we mention free sushi?

When and where?

Thursday, April 4

4:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 1926

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?

Every Wednesday in April

7:00pm – 10:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Bring a water bottle, athletic clothes, and indoor running shoes to get active after class!

What can you expect?

• Walk to the CIF Field House to play soccer!
• Enjoy a friendly competition with friends and classmates

When and where?

Tuesday, April 2

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Meet in the Atrium at 4:00pm to walk to the CIF Field House

Find yourself some hidden treats around Renison! Be on the lookout for Easter eggs hidden all around the building – especially the giant golden egg full of treats and prizes!

What can you expect?

• Bring your own basket and your best vision!
• Any eggs you find, you get to keep!
• Let a don or a member of the SEAH team know if you’re the lucky student who finds the golden egg!

When and where?

Monday, April 1

All day

Around Renison

Do you have opinions on subjects related to student wellbeing? Are there ways you think Renison can help advocate more for student wellness?

Renison wants to hear from you and how we can continue to advocate for more supports, resources, and initiatives for our student community. Drop by to connect with members of Renison’s Student Advocacy & Wellness Committee to share your opinion on what you need. We’re listening!

When & Where

Friday, March 22

In-person Session

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dunker Family Lounge
(Did we mention free pizza and drinks?)

Virtual Session

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join on Zoom at uwaterloo.ca/renison-seah/events