Events

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a midday 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, January 6, 13, 20, 27

Wednesday, January 8, 15, 22, 29

Friday, January 10, 17, 24, 31

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Welcome back, 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?

• A special dinner with all of Renison's residents and Student Experience and Housing Team!
• Make new friends, or connect with your floor!
• Enjoy short speeches and fun activities hosted by your dons!

When and where?

Wednesday, January 8

5:30pm - 7:00pm

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-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?

Tuesday, January 7, 14, 21, & 28 in the Chapel of St Bede

Thursday, January 9, 16, 23, & 30 in the Multi-Faith Prayer Space

12:00pm - 12:15pm

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.

What can you expect?

• Mini-lecture on each week's mindfulness practice content
• Interactive activities that allow you to practice gratitude and mindfulness
• A sense of community and gratitude at the end of each session

When and where?

Thursday, January 9, 16, 23, & 30

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Test your knowledge in this fun trivia event hosted by your Renison Peer Leaders! Answer questions in teams about surprise themes and see who the Renison Trivia winner could be!

What can you expect?

• Pub-style snacks like onion rings and fries to munch on while you play
• Fun energy and playful competition among Reni-friends
• Full bragging rights to anyone who answers the toughest questions correctly!

When and where?

Thursday, January 9

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Renison Atrium

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a midday 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, January 6, 13, 20, 27

Wednesday, January 8, 15, 22, 29

Friday, January 10, 17, 24, 31

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

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?

• Pick your go-to karaoke song and sing along with the music
• Cheer on your friends as they rock their favourite tunes
• Enjoy snacks, dancing, and a fun atmosphere with your Renison community!

When and where?

Friday, January 10

8:00pm - 10:00pm

Renison Atrium

Welcome back, Renison Residents! Whether you have lived in Renison before, or you are brand-new this term, we encourage you to attend your mandatory floor meeting!

What can you expect?

• Get to know your don and other floormates (there may be some new faces this term!)
• Learn about the policies and procedures at Renison
• Feel connected with your residence community!

When and where?

Saturday, January 11

9:30pm - 10:30pm (approx.)

Your Residence Floors

Talk to your don if you have any questions!

Are you a Renison Registered student? Do you want to create and host your own events for the Renison community? Join us for the first 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, January 6, 13, 20, & 27

9:00am - 10:00am

Dunker Family Lounge

BSW Link Inclusion Coordinators are hosting a drop-in booth to talk to students about the importance of safe dating!

What can you expect?

• A booth in the cafeteria
• Knowledgeable Link Inclusion Coordinators sharing information and handouts
• A chance to ask questions and learn important and helpful information

When and where?

Monday, January 13

11:30am - 1:00pm

Renison Cafeteria