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Wednesday, January 22, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Mid-Day Prayer with Chaplain Scott

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a midday 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!

Monday, January 6, 13, 20, 27

Wednesday, January 8, 15, 22, 29

Friday, January 10, 17, 24, 31

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

International Student Conversations: Painting the Blues - Coping with Winter

Are you an international student wanting to gather in a community with other international students as you unpack your experiences living in Canada? Recognizing that the third Monday in January, often referred to as "Blue Monday," can feel like a tough day, this session aims to lift your spirits, spark creativity, and provide tools to brighten your winter. Join the International Student Experience (ISE) team for a creative and supportive discussion-based session!

What can you expect?

  • A chance to share your experiences with winter in Canada
  • Discuss possible tips and strategies to stay warm and motivated
  • Express yourself through painting or drawing
  • Light food and refreshments starting at 3pm!

When and where?

Wednesday, January 22

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Global Lounge in the International Experience Centre (Needles Hall)

Register on Portal to reserve your spot in advance!

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Racialized Student Hangout

Do you identify as a Black, Indigenous, or Racialized student in our Renison or Waterloo community? Drop in to connect with other racialized students in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Snacks will be provided!

What can you expect?

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

When and where?

Wednesday, January 22

4:30pm - 5:30pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Thursday, January 23, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Drop-in Meditation with Chaplain Scott

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-religious).
  • A practice and tool to help calm the mind, sharpen focus, de-stress, and relax.
  • An opportunity to learn and practice pausing and centering yourself when you need to.

When and where?

Tuesday, January 7, 14, 21, & 28 in the Chapel of St Bede

Thursday, January 9, 16, 23, & 30 in the Multi-Faith Prayer Space

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Thursday, January 23, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Learn to Chill

Join Peer Leader Rubee and Chaplain Scott for an interactive workshop series to help you feel grounded each week. With a focus on gratitude, you will complete a series of workshops that introduce mindfulness practices and techniques.

What can you expect?

  • Mini-lecture on each week's mindfulness practice content
  • Interactive activities that allow you to practice gratitude and mindfulness
  • A sense of community and gratitude at the end of each session

When and where?

Thursday, January 9, 16, 23, & 30

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Thursday, January 23, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Neuro Night

Do you identify as a neuro-diverse student? Come join us for Neuro Night, where you will be able to connect with other neurodiverse students in a relaxed and safe environment and learn about resources around campus!

What can you expect?

  • Great conversation in good company
  • A chance to share your experiences as a neurodiverse student at UWaterloo
  • A supportive network with individuals like you!

When and where?

Thursday, January 23

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Friday, January 24, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Mid-Day Prayer with Chaplain Scott

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a midday 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!

Monday, January 6, 13, 20, 27

Wednesday, January 8, 15, 22, 29

Friday, January 10, 17, 24, 31

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

Friday, January 24, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Board Games Night

Show off your competitive side and play some fun board games with peer leaders!

What can you expect?

  • Try new board games
  • Make new friends
  • Enjoy some snacks!

When and where?

Friday, January 24

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Monday, January 27, 2025 - Friday, January 31, 2025 (all day)

Consent Week

Consent week is an opportunity for campus community members to engage in conversations, activities, and events focused on consent, in an effort to build a #ConsentCulture. Join events hosted by the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO) to learn more about consent, rejection, and setting clear boundaries.

What can you expect?

  • Various informative and interactive events and activities across campus
  • A chance to ask questions and learn with an open-mind
  • Identify resources and response initiatives available across campus.

When and where?

January 27 - 31

Various times and locations across campus

For more information and a full list of events, visit the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office website.

Monday, January 27, 2025 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Mid-Day Prayer with Chaplain Scott

Join our Chaplain, Rev. Scott McLeod, for a midday 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!

Monday, January 6, 13, 20, 27

Wednesday, January 8, 15, 22, 29

Friday, January 10, 17, 24, 31

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede