Events

Final exams are just around the corner, and we want to help you succeed! Join Peer Leader Rubee and Student Advisor A.J. for a chance to learn some great study tips to help you prepare for your final exams and assessments.

What can you expect?

• Peer leaders share their experiences and best tips for studying
• Connect with other students and learn some best practices
• Study snacks will be provided!

When and where?

Wednesday, November 13

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

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!

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

What can you expect?

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

When and where?

Wednesday, November 13

6:00pm – 9:00pm

Renison Atrium

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!

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 centring yourself when you need to.

When and where?

Every Tuesday and Thursday

Tuesday, November 5, 19, 26 in the Chapel of St Bede 

Thursday, November 7, 14, 21, 28 in the Multi-faith Prayer Space

12:00pm – 12:15pm

Note: Tuesday, November 12 will be held in the Dunker Family Lounge from 12:00pm - 1:00pm as a special collaboration session with RASC.

Do you have opinions on topics related to student well-being? Are there ways you think Renison can help advocate more for student wellness? Renison wants to hear from you and how we can continue to advocate for more support, resources, and initiatives for our student community.

What can you expect?

• Drop by to connect with members of Renison's Student Wellness & Advocacy Committee
• Share your opinions, what you need, and what you are hearing from other students
• Enjoy free pizza and soft drinks while you connect with others

When and where?

Thursday, November 14

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

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 in a comfortable and guided space
• A sense of community and gratitude at the end of each session

When and where?

Thursday, November 7, 14, 21, 28

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Test your knowledge in this fun trivia event hosted by your Renison Peer Leaders! Answer questions in teams about surprise themes and see who the Renison Trivia winner could be!

What can you expect?

• Pub-style snacks like onion rings and fries to munch on while you play
• Fun energy and playful competition among other Reni-friends
• Full bragging rights to anyone who answers the toughest questions correctly!

When and where?

Thursday, November 14

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Dunker Family 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!

Monday, November 4, 11, 18, 25

Wednesday, November 6, 13, 20, 27

Friday, November 8, 15, 22, 29

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

The Eras Tour is in Toronto, but we want to bring the fun to Renison! Be Fearless and get ready to Shake It Off during this Enchanted night!

What can you expect?

• Dance your heart out while enjoying the Eras Tour Movie
• Make and trade your friendship bracelets with all your Swiftie friends!
• Enjoy some Taylor Swift themed snacks

When and where?

Friday, November 15

8:00pm – 11:00pm

Renison Atrium

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!

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!

Monday, November 4, 11, 18, 25

Wednesday, November 6, 13, 20, 27

Friday, November 8, 15, 22, 29

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

A Living Library is an exciting chance to speak with a "Living Book" - a student from a country around the globe - and ask about their lived experiences in their home country! Register to be a Living Book, or to participate and "borrow" a book during the event!

What can you expect?

• Ask questions or share your culture with other students
• Engage in great discussions, challenge your biases, and expand your knowledge about other cultures
• Spend about 15-minutes with a book at a time and talk to as many volunteers as you would like!

When and where?

Monday, November 18

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Renison Atrium

Register to volunteer as a Living Book or pick your time slot for participation here!

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!