Events

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

REN 0104

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

Are you part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community? Come out and meet with other fellow members in a relaxing environment and learn about the resources available around campus! Allies welcome!

What can you expect?

• Conversations with peers and staff
• A chance to connect with other members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies
• Snacks and light refreshments

When and where?

Thursday, September 12

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

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

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Join us for a trip to one of the Natural Wonders of the World!

What can you expect?

• Bus transportation from Renison to Niagara Falls (and back!)
• A chance to freely explore Niagara Falls for the day

When and where?

Saturday, September 14

8:45am – 9:45pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

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

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Do you identify as a Chinese student? Come join us for a fun Chinese student hangout to connect with other Chinese students at Renison and University of Waterloo!

What can you expect?

• Conversations  with other Chinese students and Renison staff
• Enjoy Chinese snacks and a chance to share your experiences
• Friendship and community building with your peers

When and where?

Monday, September 16

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a worship service in the Anglican Tradition. Everyone is welcome!

What can you expect?

• Participate in the Eucharist, also known as the Lord's Supper or Communion.
• A full Anglican service and a chance to develop a sense of community.

When and where?

Every Monday

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Chapel of St. Bede