Events

Winter is here, and we want to celebrate the start of the season with you and the City of Waterloo! Join your peer leaders for a walk to Waterloo Park to experience the Wonders of Winter Lights, horse and carriage rides, hot drinks, and great times!

What can you expect?

• Walk from Renison or take the ION to Waterloo Park
• Take photos with friends and see interesting light displays at the park
• Enjoy horse and carriage rides around the park and purchase warm drinks to make the experience even more magical!

When and where?

Saturday, November 30

6:00pm – 9:00pm

Meet in the Atrium to walk to Waterloo Park

All November long, if you bring a non-perishable food item or donation for WUSA Food Support Services to any Renison event, you will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 Mel’s Diner Gift Cards!

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?

• Snacks
• Singing
• Dancing
• FUN!

When and where?

Thursday, December 5

7:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Atrium

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, free coffee, and a great atmosphere!

When and where?

Thursday, January 16

12:30pm - 1:30pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Make academic success one of your New Year's resolutions and join us for our "New Year, New Term, New Start" Workshop. In this workshop, we will set goals for our academic success and learn strategies for staying organized, managing time well, and studying effectively.

What can you expect?

• Learn tips for staying on top of your assignments and finding time in your schedule to study
• Find a way to create a schedule that you can actually stick to
• Identify resources and supports available to help you succeed!

When and where?

Thursday, January 16

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Attending this workshop counts as a stamp towards the Renison Stamp Rally Challenge. Pick up your stamp card from Moose Tracks before the event.

Toronto is one of Canada's largest cities! With lots of fun attractions and delicious food, there are no limits to what you can do! Join your peer leaders for a day of exploring and enjoying this city!

What can you expect?

• Bus transportation from Renison to Toronto (and back!) for just $35 + tax!
• A chance to freely explore Toronto for the day

When and where?

Saturday, January 18

8:15am - 8:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register in advance using Renison's Online Events Portal.

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

SDS and BSW students are invited to enjoy some delicious poutine while taking time to mingle with their professors.