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Korean Speech Contest on June 21
Friday, June 21, 2024 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

2024 Korean Speech Contest

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

KW Multicultural Festival on June 22
Saturday, June 22, 2024 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Visit to the KW Multicultural Festival

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.

Capture the Flag on June 24
Monday, June 24, 2024 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Capture the Flag

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

Paint and Plant on June 25
Tuesday, June 25, 2024 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Paint and Plant

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.

Culture Share on June 26
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Culture Share

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

Let's Play Soccer on June 29
Saturday, June 29, 2024 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Let's Play Soccer

Let’s get active, Renison! Show off your soccer skills and play a couple of games with your friends!

What can you expect?

  • Walk together from Renison to Columbia Ice Fields
  • Create teams and play soccer!

When and where?

Saturday, June 29

3:00pm – 5:00pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium to walk to CIF

Please bring indoor running shoes, athletic clothes, and a water bottle!

Canada Day Community Picnic on July 1
Monday, July 1, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Canada Day Community Picnic

Celebrate Canada Day with your peer leaders in Waterloo Park! Enjoy games and vendors! Stick around until 10:00pm to see a colourful drone show!

What can you expect?

  • Booths with vendors and food
  • Live music and performances by local artists
  • A fun evening in the park with your peer leaders!

When and where?

Monday, July 1

6:30pm – 8:30pm

Meet in the Atrium to walk to Waterloo Park

Speed Friending on July 2
Tuesday, July 2, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Speed Friending

Starting a new term means making new friends! Join us for this classic Renison event!

What can you expect?

  • Snacks
  • Conversation Starters at each table
  • The chance to talk to a new friend every 5 minutes
  • You can ask your new friends for their contact information to stay in touch after the event!

When and where?

Tuesday, July 2

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Surprise Event Hosted by Peer Leaders Every Thursday in July
Thursday, July 4, 2024 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Surprise Event Hosted by your Peer Leaders

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?

Every Thursday in July

3:30pm – 5:00pm

Renison Atrium

Global Dance Party on July 5
Friday, July 5, 2024 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Global Dance Party

Put your dancing shoes on and get ready to enjoy Renison’s iconic Global Dance Party! With music from all around the world, bright lights, and dancing, it’s an event you won’t want to miss!

This month, we have a special guest performance by J-Pop artist, SEIGETSU!

What can you expect?

  • Dancing
  • Neon lights
  • Music
  • Snacks
  • The best time of your life!

When and where?

Friday, July 5

8:30pm – 10:30pm

Renison Atrium