Events

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

Do you identify as a racialized student in our Renison or UWaterloo student 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, October 2

5:00pm – 6:00pm

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-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?

Every Tuesday and Thursday

Tuesday, October 1, 8, 22, & 29 in the Chapel of St Bede

Thursday, October 3, 10, 24, & 31 in the Multi-faith Prayer Space

12:00pm – 12:15pm

University can be stressful, and it can be easy to lose sight of your goals or forget to find time for relaxation and self-care. 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.

October workshops include:

• Writing gratitude notes
• Giving and receiving words of affirmation
• EFT Tapping Therapy
• Mindful Painting

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, October 3, 10, 24, & 31

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

A special bonus workshop will be held over Reading Week on Thursday, October 17.

Do you have questions about this workshop series? Email Rev. Scott McLeod at scott.mcleod@uwaterloo.ca for more information.

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, October 7, 21, & 29

Wednesday, October 2, 9, 23, & 30

Friday, October 4, 11, & 25

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede

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!

Are you a Renison Registered student? Do you want to create and host your own events for the Renison community? Join us for this week’s Renison Academic Student Committee (RASC) Meeting!

What can you expect?

• Get to know other representatives on RASC
• Learn about upcoming events and how you can help
• Work as a team to plan future events and gain some valuable leadership experience

When and where?

Monday, September 30 & Monday, October 7, 22, & 29

9:00am – 10:00am

Dunker Family Lounge

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

What can you expect?

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

When and where?

Monday, October 7

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

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, October 7, 21, & 29

Wednesday, October 2, 9, 23, & 30

Friday, October 4, 11, & 25

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Chapel of St. Bede