Events

Visit the St Jacobs Farmers’ Market with your peer leaders.

What can you expect?

• Shopping at various stalls
• Walking around the market and learning about Waterloo culture
• Baked goods, souvenirs, and lots of produce!

When and where?

Saturday, September 7

12:00pm – 3:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Please note that many vendors only take cash. There is an ATM at the market, but we recommend bringing at least $20 if you plan to make any purchases.

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

Let's get creative, Renison! Decorate your own custom Renison tote bag with your friends, dons, and peer leaders!

What can you expect?

• Renison branded tote bags (while supplies last)
• Paint, markers, and all the decorative supplies you need!
• Enjoy snacks, music, and community while you create!

When and where?

Monday, September 9

6:30pm – 8:30pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Calling all Warrior Athletes! Join your WALC Peer Leader, Daneka to make a delicious smoothie and catch-up after a busy day of classes and practice!

What can you expect?

• Loads of fruit and add-ins for your smoothies
• Good conversation and a chance to connect
• A relaxing atmosphere to sit and unwind

When and where?

Monday, September 9

8:00pm – 9:00pm

Renison Atrium

Jump into the good times, Reni-Friends! Your peer leaders are taking you to Sky Zone Trampoline Park, one of the most fun places in Kitchener-Waterloo!

What can you expect?

• A bus ride to Sky Zone from Renison and back
• A new pair of trampoline socks
• The chance to play and jump and really relax and unwind!

When and where?

Tuesday, September 10

4:00pm – 6:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

Are you a part of a Living Learning Community at Renison? Come out and meet other members of the SDS, WALC, and BASE LLCs and enjoy some sushi and great conversation!

What can you expect?

• A wide array of sushi for all to enjoy
• Conversation and activities led by your peer leaders
• A chance to connect and unwind after your first week of classes

When and where?

Tuesday, September 10

7:30pm – 9:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Classes are in session, which means our Renison Academic Student Committee is back up and running! Join your RASC representatives for a delicious free breakfast from our friends at Mel's Diner!

What can you expect?

• Free breakfast food served by RASC representatives
• Coffee, tea, water, and juice also provided
• Make friends while you enjoy a delicious meal
• Did we mention this is FREE?

When and where?

Wednesday, September 11

10:00am – 11:00am

Renison Atrium

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?

Wednesday, September 11

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Join A.J. Dixon, ELI Student Advisor, to learn how you can prepare yourself for co-op and create an effective resume.

What can you expect?

• Co-op preparation strategies
• Resume and cover letter writing tips

When and where?

Wednesday, September 11

4:00pm – 5:00pm

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Join other mature students for a chance to relax between classes for snacks and good conversation!

What can you expect?

• Friendly conversation with other mature students and Renison staff
• A chance to create a community
• Yummy snacks and a great atmosphere

When and where?

Thursday, September 12

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

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