Events

Join us for a trip to one of the Natural Wonders of the World!

What can you expect?

• Bus transportation from Renison to Niagara Falls (and back!)
• A chance to freely explore Niagara Falls for the day

When and where?

Saturday, September 14

8:45am – 9:45pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

Happy Sunday, Reni-friends! Join your dons for a delicious frozen treat as you create your own ice cream sundae!

What can you expect?

• Ice cream, cones, bowls, and toppings galore!
• A chance to check-in with other friends and your dons to talk about your first few weeks in Renison
• Chat with friends and relax before the week begins!

When and where?

Sunday, September 15

7:00pm – 8:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

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

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Your peer leaders have planned a surprise event just for you! Come out and enjoy the fun!

What can you expect?

• A great event with your peer leaders and friends
• Relaxed environment to practice English
• A unique opportunity, unlike any other event this month!

When and where?

Thursday, September 12

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Do you identify as a Chinese student? Come join us for a fun Chinese student hangout to connect with other Chinese students at Renison and University of Waterloo!

What can you expect?

• Conversations  with other Chinese students and Renison staff
• Enjoy Chinese snacks and a chance to share your experiences
• Friendship and community building with your peers

When and where?

Monday, September 16

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

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?

Every Monday

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Are you living in Renison Residence? Do you want to create and host your own events for the Renison Residence community? Join us for the first Renisix Student Committee Meeting!

What can you expect?

• Get to know other representatives on Renisix
• 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 16

10:00pm – 11:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

REGISTER HERE: https://uwaterloo.ca/renison-student-experience/renisix

Peer Health Education are hosting a drop-in booth to talk to students about the importance of practicing Safe Sex!

What can you expect?

• A booth in the Cafeteria
• Knowledgeable representatives from Peer Health Education sharing information and handouts
• A chance to ask questions and learn important and helpful information

When and where?

Tuesday, September 17

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Take some time to relax and re-center with a guided meditation by Chaplain Rev. Scott McLeod.

What can you expect?

• A simple breathing meditation (non-religous).
• A practice and tool to help calm the mind, sharpen focus, de-stress, and relax.
• An opportunity to learn and practice pausing and centring yourself when you need to.

When and where?

Every Tuesday and Thursday in September 

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Tuesdays: Chapel of St. Bede

Thursdays: Multi-faith Prayer Space

Want to learn more about Japan? Join Peer Yoshi on an interactive "trip" to Japan to see some beautiful sights and learn more about Japanese culture!

What can you expect?

• Travel tips and ideas for Japan
• Japanese snacks
• A fun way to experience Japan from the comfort of your seat!

When and where?

Tuesday, September 17

4:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 3106