SDS

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

What can you expect?

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

When and where?

Wednesday, November 13

6:00pm – 9:00pm

Renison Atrium

All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!

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?

Thursday, November 7, 14, 21, 28

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Join us for a group session! Bring your questions, or come to just study with your peers. Everyone enrolled in SOC101R is welcome (not exclusive to SDS students) Coffee and snacks will be provided!

What can you expect?

• Peer leaders available to answer questions
• A better understanding of the course materials
• A chance to work together as a group to feel confident in your SOC 101R knowledge

When and where?

Monday, October 21

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Join Renison and the University of Waterloo as we "scare away hunger" by trick-or-treating for canned goods and non-perishable food items.

What can you expect?

• Join a team with your friends and receive a route in Waterloo
• Go door-to-door saying "trick-or-eat" and ask for donations for WUSA Food Support Services
• Dress in costume, or wear something warm to enjoy this fun and giving experience!

When and where?

Thursday, October 31

5:15pm - 7:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Join us for a group session! Bring your questions or come to just study with your peers. Everyone enrolled in PSYCH 101R is welcome (not exclusive to SDS students) Coffee and snacks will be provided!

What can you expect?

• Peer leaders available to answer questions
• A better understanding of the course materials
• A chance to work together as a group to feel confident in your PSYCH 101R skills

When and where?

Thursday, October 3 & Wednesday, October 30

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

SDS & BSW students are invited to enjoy some delicious pizza while taking time to mingle with their professors.

What can you expect?

• See your professors in a casual setting and get to know them
• Mingle with other students and make great connections

When and where?

Thursday, October 10

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Join us for a group session! Bring your questions or come to just study with your peers. Everyone enrolled in PSYCH 101R is welcome (not exclusive to SDS students). Coffee and snacks will be provided!

What can you expect?

• Peer leaders available to answer questions
• A better understanding of the course materials
• A chance to work together as a group to feel confident in your PSYCH 101R skills

When and where?

Thursday, October 3 & Wednesday, October 30

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Are you a Renison Registered student? Do you want to create and host your own events for the Renison community? Join us for this week’s Renison Academic Student Committee (RASC) Meeting!

What can you expect?

• Get to know other representatives on RASC
• Learn about upcoming events and how you can help
• Work as a team to plan future events and gain some valuable leadership experience

When and where?

Monday, September 30 & Monday, October 7, 22, & 29

9:00am – 10:00am

Dunker Family Lounge

Do you enjoy making miniature sculptures? Have you always wanted to learn how to create something with your hands? Join us for a fun afternoon of playing with clay!

What can you expect?

• Air-drying clay and painting materials provided
• Enjoy some snacks while you create
• A great chance to try something new with no stakes at all!

When and where?

Wednesday, October 2

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Renison Atrium

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED!

The Study Skills Workshop on September 30 has been postponed. Please keep an eye on @RenisonExperience on Instagram for the new date.

In the meantime, if you would like support in preparing for midterms and developing your study skills, there are many options available!

• Register for a One-on-one Meet-up with a member of the Student Experience and Housing team, a Residence Don, or your Peer Leaders
• Attend a workshop, drop-in, or make an appointment with an expert at the Writing and Communication Centre
• Find a Drop-in Tutoring Session for your course through UWaterloo Campus Housing
• Connect with a Peer Success Coach through the Student Success Office

We apologize for the inconvenience, but we look forward to seeing you at our Study Skills Workshop later this term!