Events

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?

Friday, January 26

8:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Atrium

Spend a day in Toronto with your ELI Peer Leaders! Tickets are $30+ tax to attend.

REGISTER FOR THE TORONTO BUS TRIP TODAY!

What can you expect?

• Transportation directly to the CN Tower in Toronto
• Transportation back to Renison at the end of the day
• A chance to explore Canada’s busiest city!
• Want ideas on what to do? Check out this website!

When and where?

Saturday, January 27

Meet in the Renison Atrium at 8:30am

Drop-off at the CN Tower at 10:00am

Pick-up at Nathan Philips Square at 7:00pm

Drop-off at Renison at 8:30pm

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?

Tuesday, January 30

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Link Student Lounge

Test your knowledge of Canada with this fun and interactive event!

What can you expect?

• Canadian themed snacks and prizes
• A chance to learn more about Canada
• Friendly competition between your friends and classmates

When and where?

Tuesday, January 30

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge (DFL)

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?

Wednesday, January 31

3:30pm – 4:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

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

What can you expect?

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

When & where?

Thursday, February 1

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

What can you expect?

Sip on a warm drink and chat with friends while you learn the knitting basics and make your very own sweater! Your co-op student, Izabell, will be there to support you through your knitting journey.

This event is Bring Your Own Yarn. You will need 3 to 5 balls of #4 medium weight yarn, 100g each. Knitting needles, drinks and snacks will be provided.

If you have any questions, please stop by Room 0209.

When & where?

Thursday, February 1, Thursday, February 15, Thursday, February 29

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Cafeteria

Cheer on the Kitchener Rangers in the exclusive Renison section at the Kitchener Auditorium!

What can you expect?

• Bus transportation from Renison to the Kitchener Auditorium (and back!)
• Great seats to watch the Kitchener Rangers take on the Guelph Storm
• A chance to experience a cherished Canadian pastime (HOCKEY!)

When & where?

Friday, February 2

5:45pm – 10:00pm

Meet in the Atrium at 5:45pm

TICKETS ARE $32+TAX! PURCHASE TICKETS ON SHOPIFY.

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 & where?

Saturday, February 3

8:15am – 9:00pm

Meet in the Atrium at 8:15am

TICKETS ARE $30+TAX! PURCHASE TICKETS ON SHOPIFY.              

Watch a fun TV show with your Peer Leaders and find the idioms and phrases that Canadians often use! It’s a great chance to test your English skills in a relaxing setting with friends!

What can you expect?

• One episode of a fun TV show
• A conversation with friends and peer leaders
• SNACKS!

When & where?

Monday, February 5

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge