Events

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?

Monday, June 17

3:30pm – 5:00pm

Renison Atrium

Enjoy your lunch with your peer leaders and great conversations!

What can you expect?

• EFAS Peer Leaders joining you in the cafeteria
• Casual conversations and a great chance to ask questions
• Good company over the lunch break

When and where?

Tuesday, June 18

11:30am – 12:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

How well do you know Canada? Test your knowledge (and learn something new) in this interactive Canadian Trivia event!

What can you expect?

• Teamwork with other students
• Jeopardy-style event
• Try new Canadian snacks and win some Canadian-themed prizes!

When and where?

Tuesday, June 18

3:30pm – 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Join your residence dons for a unique experience in the cafeteria! Each event is a surprise planned by dons for the residence students and Renison community!

What can you expect?

• High energy event
• Snacks, games , and lots of fun!
• The chance to connect with the dons and residence community

When and where?

Every Wednesday in June

7:00pm – 9:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Bring your energy, singing voice, and a list of your favourite songs to enjoy a night of karaoke with your peer leaders! Don’t want to sing? That’s okay! All are welcome to come out and enjoy the good vibes!

What can you expect?

• Snacks
• Singing
• Dancing
• FUN!

When and where?

Thursday, June 20

8:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Renison is hosting a speech contest for Korean Language Learners!

What can you expect?

• Enjoy speeches shared by Korean Language Learners at Renison
• Experience a cultural exchange
• Cheer on your Reni-friends!

When and where?

Friday, June 21

3:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 2106

Join your peer leaders on a trip to enjoy the KW Multicultural Festival! This festival is a full day of cultural sharing, delicious food, and wonderful performances!

What can you expect?

• Take the ION from campus to Victoria Park
• Check out booths, try different foods, and watch live performances of different music, dance, and more on the main stage
• Learn about new cultures and traditions!

When and where?

Saturday, June 22

11:00am – 5:00pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Bring your WatCard to take the bus to Downtown Kitchener

Click this link to learn more about the festival.

Compete against your friends in this classic summer camp game!

What can you expect?

• Divide into two teams. Each team will receive one item which is their “Flag”
• Your team will have up to 10 minutes to hide your flag somewhere in Renison or outside (weather permitting)
• Once your flag is hidden, both teams will spend the rest of the time trying to find the other team’s flag
• First team to get possession of the other team’s flag wins!

When and where?

Monday, June 24

4:30pm – 5:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

It’s officially summer! That means plants and creativity galore! Join us to paint a plot and “adopt” a little succulent to take home!

What can you expect?

• Pots, plants, and painting supplies will be provided
• Bring your creativity to decorate your own little pot
• Select a plant and learn how to properly pot it with soil
• Take your new plant home 😊

When and where?

Tuesday, June 25

3:30pm – 5:00pm

Renison Atrium

Note: pots and plants are limited and will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

Curious about your new friends’ cultures? Join us in the Atrium as our EFAS students share details about their home country and traditions!

What can you expect?

• A drop-in event where you can visit peer’s tables and ask questions about their culture
• Try traditional foods and candies from other places
• Challenge your biases and come with an open-mind, ready to learn and engage!

When and where?

Wednesday, June 26

3:30pm – 4:30pm

Renison Atrium