Events

Bring your love of music to the DFL to jam with other Renison residents!

What can you expect?

• Singing, guitars, drums, pianos – any instrument you have available!
• Casual drop-in to play some songs and make new friends
• All levels are welcome!

When and where?

Every Wednesday in April

7:00pm – 10:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Join other mature students for a chance to relax between classes for snacks and good conversation!

What can you expect?

• Friendly conversation with other mature students and Renison staff
• A chance to create a community
• Yummy snacks and a great atmosphere

When and where?

Thursday, July 11

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Link Student Lounge

Classes are in session, which means our Renison Academic Student Committee is back up and running! Join your RASC representatives for a delicious free breakfast from our friends at Mel's Diner!

What can you expect?

• Free breakfast food served by RASC representatives
• Coffee, tea, water, and juice also provided
• Make friends while you enjoy a delicious meal
• Did we mention this is FREE?

When and where?

Wednesday, September 11

10:00am – 11:00am

Renison Atrium

Are you a Renison Registered student? Do you want to create and host your own events for the Renison community? Join us for the first 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?

Thursday, September 19

11:30am - 12:30pm

Dunker Family Lounge

REGISTER HERE: https://uwaterloo.ca/renison-student-experience/leadership/renison-academic-student-committee

Toronto is one of Canada's largest cities! With lots of fun attractions and delicious food, there are no limits to what you can do! Join your peer leaders for a day of exploring and enjoying this city!

What can you expect?

• Bus transportation from Renison to Toronto (and back!)
• A chance to freely explore Toronto for the day

When and where?

Saturday, September 21

8:15am – 8:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register in advance on Renison’s Events Portal!

Relax between classes and spend some time with your Renison Academic Student Council!

What can you expect?

• Good snacks
• Great company
• A chance to connect with your RASC reps!

When and where?

Monday, September 23

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Renison Atrium

Managing your time well is an essential component of academic success. Join A.J. Dixon, ELI Student Advisor, to learn some tips and strategies to help you better manage your time.

What can you expect?

• Learn how to organize your schedule, plan for large assignments, and avoid procrastination. Develop strategies to help you complete your coursework and achieve academic success.

When and where?

Wednesday, September 25

4:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 2918

One of the joys of summer is the chance to watch movies under the stars. Join dons and peer leaders for an outdoor movie experience!

What can you expect?

• As a group, you’ll select a movie from options provided by your student leaders
• Enjoy popcorn and snacks outside
• Please bring a blanket or chair to sit on for the movie!

When and where?

Friday, September 27

8:30pm – 10:30pm

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!

Join other mature students for a chance to relax between classes for snacks and good conversation!

What can you expect?

• Friendly conversation with other mature students and Renison staff
• A chance to create a community
• Yummy snacks and a great atmosphere

When and where?

Thursday, October 10

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Link Inclusion Lounge