Events

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-religious).
• A practice and tool to help calm the mind, sharpen focus, de-stress, and relax.
• An opportunity to learn and practice pausing and centering yourself when you need to.

When and where?

Every Tuesday and Thursday

Tuesday, October 1, 8, 22, & 29 in the Chapel of St Bede

Thursday, October 3, 10, 24, & 31 in the Multi-faith Prayer Space

12:00pm – 12:15pm

Want to gain some Canadian volunteer experience to enhance your resume? Join the ELI Student Leadership Team and work with your classmates to plan and facilitate a fun event for the Renison community!

What can you expect?

• Attend bi-weekly meetings to plan your event
• Learn about different leadership skills each week, like teamwork, communication, and organization
• Host an event 100% planned and created by the students, for the students!

When and where?

Thursday, October 3 & Thursday, October 24

4:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 1918

Haven’t signed up yet? Register on the ELI Student Leadership Team website!

Join us for a group session! Bring your questions or come to just study with your peers. Everyone enrolled in PSYCH 101R 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 PSYCH 101R skills

When and where?

Thursday, October 3 & Wednesday, October 30

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

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

The Moose Hide Campaign is an Indigenous-led grassroots movement dedicated to ending gender-based violence. This nation-wide movement is to spark change in taking action to end violence in our communities. An important element of the Moose Hide Campaign is the visibility of the moose hide pin. Wearing a moose hide pin signifies a commitment to honour, respect, and protect the women and children in our lives and to speak out against gender-based and domestic violence. The pin is a symbol of connection, concern, and solidarity.

What can you expect?

• A chance to learn about the Moose Hide Campaign and other Indigenous initiatives
• Reflection and information regarding Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People

When and where?

Monday, September 30

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Click here to learn about the ways the University of Waterloo honours the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People.

Autumn is here, and it's time to get cozy! Join dons and peer leaders for an evening of spooky stories, hot chocolate, and savoury treats over the fire!

What can you expect?

• Meats, cheeses, and crackers to enjoy around the fire
• Hot chocolate to keep you warm
• Music and dancing in the courtyard
• Fun outdoor games to choose from

When and where?

Friday, October 4

8:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Courtyard

Pumpkin patches are a great Canadian tradition in Autumn! Enjoy a corn maze, pick a pumpkin, and take loads of photos at Snyder’s Farm!

What can you expect?

• Bus transportation from Renison to Snyder's Farm and back
• A chance to explore Snyder's Farm with your friends

When and where?

Saturday, October 5

11:15am – 3:00pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

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

Learn about the importance of mental wellness for yourself and your peers!

What can you expect?

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

When and where?

Monday, October 7

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria