Events

University can be stressful, and it can be easy to lose sight of your goals or forget to find time for relaxation and self-care. 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.

October workshops include:

• Writing gratitude notes
• Giving and receiving words of affirmation
• EFT Tapping Therapy
• Mindful Painting

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, October 3, 10, 24, & 31

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

A special bonus workshop will be held over Reading Week on Thursday, October 17.

Do you have questions about this workshop series? Email Rev. Scott McLeod at scott.mcleod@uwaterloo.ca for more information.

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a mid-day prayer in the Anglican Tradition. It is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and contemplate, where all are welcome to participate.

What can you expect?

• A short prayer led by Scott
• A chance to step back from the day and reflect

When and where?

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday!

Monday, October 7, 21, & 29

Wednesday, October 2, 9, 23, & 30

Friday, October 4, 11, & 25

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

National Coming Out Day is a day that supports all 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals sharing their identities with the world. Coming out on this day is not a requirement, and whether you are ready or not (or a supportive ally), Renison will be hosting a booth to share resources and support for all community members.

What can you expect?

• Handouts, flyers, and knowledgeable staff who are happy to answer questions
• A chance to learn about 2SLGBTQIA+ initiatives, support, and advocacy in Renison and the Waterloo Region
• A space to chat with trusted members of the Renison community about sexuality, gender, and personal identity

When and where?

Friday, October 11

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

The Glow Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity and SPECTRUM offer support for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals both on-campus and in the Waterloo Region. 

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a worship service in the Anglican Tradition. Everyone is welcome!

What can you expect?

• Participate in the Eucharist, also known as the Lord's Supper or Communion.
• A full Anglican service and a chance to develop a sense of community.

When and where?

Monday, October 7, 14, 21, & 29

6:00pm – 8:00pm

Chapel of St Bede

Staying at Renison for Thanksgiving? Don’t eat dinner alone! All residence students staying at Renison are invited to enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner and enjoy the holiday together!

What can you expect?

• Join your don, peer leaders, and friends for a lovely dinner together
• Dress up if you like to, and enjoy some Thanksgiving staples, including pumpkin pie!

When and where?

Monday, October 14

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

University can be stressful, and it can be easy to lose sight of your goals or forget to find time for relaxation and self-care. 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.

October workshops include:

• Writing gratitude notes
• Giving and receiving words of affirmation
• EFT Tapping Therapy
• Mindful Painting

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, October 3, 10, 24, & 31

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

A special bonus workshop will be held over Reading Week on Thursday, October 17.

Do you have questions about this workshop series? Email Rev. Scott McLeod at scott.mcleod@uwaterloo.ca for more information.

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

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a mid-day prayer in the Anglican Tradition. It is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and contemplate, where all are welcome to participate.

What can you expect?

• A short prayer led by Scott
• A chance to step back from the day and reflect

When and where?

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday!

Monday, October 7, 21, & 29

Wednesday, October 2, 9, 23, & 30

Friday, October 4, 11, & 25

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Autumn in Ontario is possibly the best time of year! Join your ELI Peer leaders to explore the changing colours of the leaves and enjoy that crisp fall air.

What can you expect?

• Pick-up a hot chocolate from the Atrium
• Walk along Ring Road up to Columbia Lake
• Enjoy an afternoon in the cool autumn air with lots of friends

When and where?

Monday, October 21

4:00pm – 5:30pm

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 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