Events

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?

Tuesday, December 3

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Tea Time with your Peer Leaders on Wednesday, December 11

Enjoy a nice cup of tea and snacks after class with your peer leaders. Connect, relax, and hangout after class!

What can you expect?

Snacks and drinks provided
Conversation and a chance to ask questions
A way to relax between exams

When and where?

Wednesday, December 11

3:00pm – 4:30pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Silent Reading Club on Tuesday, January 7 and 21

Do you love reading but can never find the time? We have the solution for you! Bring a book and get ready to get comfy in the Link Inclusion Lounge while you and a group of friends take a break to read!

What can you expect?

Independent reading with other book lovers
Warm beverages and light snacks to enjoy while you read
A chance to talk about your book (and all books) with other participants!

When and where?

Tuesday, January 7 and 21

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Neuro Night for Neurodivergent Students on Tuesday, January 7

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?

Tuesday, January 7

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 11:30 am - 1:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Wellness Wednesdays with the Renison Inclusion Coordinators

Keeping well in the winter is especially important! Join Renison's Inclusion Coordinators every Wednesday for a chance to engage with different wellness exercises and information!

What can you expect?

A new wellness practice or resource shared each week
An opportunity to drop-in and relax with your community
Ways to fill your wellness toolbox!

When and where?

Wednesday, January 8, 15, 22, and 29

11:30am - 1:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Learn to Chill every Thursday in January!

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

Drop-in Educational Workshop on Safe Dating Hosted by the Renison Inclusion Coordinators on Monday, January 13

BSW Link Inclusion Coordinators are hosting a drop-in booth to talk to students about the importance of safe dating!

What can you expect?

A booth in the cafeteria
Knowledgeable Link Inclusion Coordinators sharing information and handouts
A chance to ask questions and learn important and helpful information

When and where?

Monday, January 13

11:30am - 1:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Are you part of the Queer community? Come hangout with fellow 2SLGBTQIA+ students and allies and enjoy some delicious treats!

What can you expect?

Relax and meet other 2SLGBTQIA+ students and allies in a comfortable space.
All students are welcome to drop-in for as little or as long as they want.
Yummy treats provided!

When and where?

Monday, January 13

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 11:30 am - 1:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Wellness Wednesdays with the Renison Inclusion Coordinators

Keeping well in the winter is especially important! Join Renison's Inclusion Coordinators every Wednesday for a chance to engage with different wellness exercises and information!

What can you expect?

A new wellness practice or resource shared each week
An opportunity to drop-in and relax with your community
Ways to fill your wellness toolbox!

When and where?

Wednesday, January 8, 15, 22, and 29

11:30am - 1:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

ABC Chill for African, Black, and Caribbean Students on Wednesday, January 15

Calling all African, Black, and Caribbean students across Renison! Join Renison Don David for an hour of chill conversation, free food, and conversation as we get to know more people across the Renison community.

What can you expect?

Friendly conversation with other African, Black, and Caribbean students
A chance to build connections with others across Renison
Free food and a chance to de-stress away from the rest of the world!

When and where?

Wednesday, January 15

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Link Inclusion Lounge

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Silent Reading Club

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Neuro Night

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Wellness Wednesdays with the Renison Inclusion Coordinators

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Learn to Chill

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Drop-in Educational Workshop (Safe Dating) Hosted by the Renison Inclusion Coordinators

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Queer & Cozy

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