Events

Renison residents are invited to mix and mingle! Whether you're living in a single room, or you have a roommate, join us for a chance to get to know the college and all your new friends!

What can you expect?

• Enjoy snacks and games with your roommate or new friends
• Create a roommate (or link mate) agreement to be sure that you know what each other needs for support
• Break the ice and get to know more about Renison!

When and where?

Monday, September 2

7:00pm – 9:00pm

Roommates: Cafeteria

Single Rooms: Dunker Family Lounge

Dance, mingle, and have fun at the Colleges Block Party! Meet students from Renison, St Jerome's, Conrad Grebel, and United at this fun cross-college event!

What can you expect?

• A fully DJ-ed dance party
• A chance to make new friends and learn more about the other colleges
• A great night to celebrate your arrival on campus

When and where?

Monday, September 2

10:00pm – 12:00am

St Jerome’s Parking Lot

NOTE: Must be first-year residence student and have your Waterloo Orientation wrist band

Students studying at Renison are invited to attend an informative Academic Orientation session, accompanied by a free breakfast, to learn all about studying at Renison!

What can you expect?

• An introduction to classes at Renison
• A chance to meet your classmates, instructors, and advisors
• Ask questions, and enjoy a delicious breakfast

When and where?

Tuesday, September 3

8:30am – 11:45am

Renison Cafeteria

Make new friends while playing different board games and card games! Choose your favourite game, or try something new!

What can you expect?

• Choose from a selection of board games to play with your friends
• Enjoy a night of relaxing and having fun with your classmates!

When and where?

Tuesday, September 3

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Did you know that each Renison floor hosts its own events? Join your don and floormates for a fun, surprise event!

What can you expect?

• Treats and games to get to know each other
• Learn about the ins-and-outs of Renison and living in Residence
• A chance to ask questions about your new home

When and where?

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

7:00pm – 8:00pm

Residence Floors

Get to know Renison and what to expect during your time in the BASE Program! Attend various workshops and information sessions, and some fun events in the evening!

What can you expect?

• WaterWHO Workshop
• BASE Orientation session
• Enjoy lunch with your Peer Leaders
• Campus Tour

When and where?

Wednesday, September 4

10:00am – 2:00pm

Various Locations

Please note: Math students will follow a slightly different schedule. Check your UWaterloo email to confirm your schedule!

Starting a new term means making new friends! In this classic Renison event, you get to meet a new friend every 5-minutes! Exchange contact information, and get to know as many new Reni-friends as possible!

What can you expect?

• Snacks for everyone
• Conversation Starters at each table
• A chance to break the ice and make new friends

When and where?

Wednesday, September 4

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Get to know Renison and what to expect during your time in the EFAS and GOALS Programs! Attend various workshops and information sessions, and some fun events in the evening!

What can you expect?

• Language placement testing
• EFAS and GOALS Orientation session
• Enjoy lunch with your Peer Leaders
• Homestay Orientation
• Campus Tour

When and where?

Thursday, September 5

9:00am – 4:00pm

Various Locations

Check your email for a full list of Orientation events and times!

Welcome to Renison, Reni-friends! College dinner is a tradition that Renison has held on to for years, and we cannot wait to share it with you! Residents are invited to join us for a special dinner created by Renison Food Services to celebrate the start of the term!

What can you expect?

• Dinner with all of Renison's residents and staff
• Personalize your own rock to leave your mark on Renison
• Rock ceremony hosted by Renison's President and Vice-Chancellor, Mark Jerry

When and where?

Thursday, September 5

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Join your ELI Student Advisor, AJ Dixon, to discover more about the geography, history, and culture of Canada! Learn more about everyday social interactions such as small talk and dining out, and what to do about culture shock!

What can you expect?

• Enjoy Canadian treats while you learn about Canadian culture and norms
• Participate in an interactive workshop session
• A chance to ask questions and further your knowledge about Canada

When and where?

Friday, September 6

3:00pm – 4:00pm

REN 1918