Events

GOALS students are invited to meet and interview students in the faculty of Environment at the University of Waterloo!

What can you expect?

• Learn more about the Faculty of Environment at Waterloo
• Network with other students and share your ideas about sustainability with one another

When and where?

Tuesday, October 1

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Are you an Environment Student who would like to volunteer for this event? Register here to get involved!

Do you enjoy making miniature sculptures? Have you always wanted to learn how to create something with your hands? Join us for a fun afternoon of playing with clay!

What can you expect?

• Air-drying clay and painting materials provided
• Enjoy some snacks while you create
• A great chance to try something new with no stakes at all!

When and where?

Wednesday, October 2

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Renison Atrium

Want to gain some Canadian volunteer experience to enhance your resume? Join the ELI Student Leadership Team and work with your classmates to plan and facilitate a fun event for the Renison community!

What can you expect?

• Attend bi-weekly meetings to plan your event
• Learn about different leadership skills each week, like teamwork, communication, and organization
• Host an event 100% planned and created by the students, for the students!

When and where?

Thursday, October 3 & Thursday, October 24

4:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 1918

Haven’t signed up yet? Register on the ELI Student Leadership Team website!

Autumn is here, and it's time to get cozy! Join dons and peer leaders for an evening of spooky stories, hot chocolate, and savoury treats over the fire!

What can you expect?

• Meats, cheeses, and crackers to enjoy around the fire
• Hot chocolate to keep you warm
• Music and dancing in the courtyard
• Fun outdoor games to choose from

When and where?

Friday, October 4

8:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Courtyard

Pumpkin patches are a great Canadian tradition in Autumn! Enjoy a corn maze, pick a pumpkin, and take loads of photos at Snyder’s Farm!

What can you expect?

• Bus transportation from Renison to Snyder's Farm and back
• A chance to explore Snyder's Farm with your friends

When and where?

Saturday, October 5

11:15am – 3:00pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

Get creative this week with a fun craft night hosted by your Renison Peer Leaders! Complete a craft as a group or do your own thing!

What can you expect?

• Painting, colouring, drawing, and more!
• A space to be creative and de-stress from your classes
• Art materials and snacks provided!

When and where?

Tuesday, October 8

6:30pm – 9:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Take a break from studying during lunch to feel like a kid again and make an adorable Thanksgiving craft and enjoy some yummy treats!

What can you expect?

• Learn about, or share, Canadian Thanksgiving traditions
• Get creative using Fall colours and elements in your art
• Enjoy some delicious October treats

When and where?

Thursday, October 10

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Autumn in Ontario is possibly the best time of year! Join your ELI Peer leaders to explore the changing colours of the leaves and enjoy that crisp fall air.

What can you expect?

• Pick-up a hot chocolate from the Atrium
• Walk along Ring Road up to Columbia Lake
• Enjoy an afternoon in the cool autumn air with lots of friends

When and where?

Monday, October 21

4:00pm – 5:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Do you love Bubble Tea? Join your Peer Leaders to learn how to make your own!

What can you expect?

• A great event with your peer leaders and friends
• Relaxed environment to practice English
• Enjoy bubble tea that you make yourself while you catch-up with your peers!

When and where?

Wednesday, October 23

4:00pm – 5:30pm

Renison Atrium

Want to gain some Canadian volunteer experience to enhance your resume? Join the ELI Student Leadership Team and work with your classmates to plan and facilitate a fun event for the Renison community!

What can you expect?

• Attend bi-weekly meetings to plan your event
• Learn about different leadership skills each week, like teamwork, communication, and organization
• Host an event 100% planned and created by the students, for the students!

When and where?

Thursday, October 3 & Thursday, October 24

4:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 1918

Haven’t signed up yet? Register on the ELI Student Leadership Team website!