Events

SDS & BSW students are invited to enjoy some delicious pizza while taking time to mingle with their professors.

What can you expect?

• See your professors in a casual setting and get to know them
• Mingle with other students and make great connections

When and where?

Thursday, October 10

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Time to get those hearts pumping, Renison! Join your peer leaders to play a surprise team sport!

What can you expect?

• A surprise game of team sports with your friends
• The chance to move and relax after class
• Wear or bring athletic clothing and inside running shoes!

When and where?

Monday, October 28

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Join Renison and the University of Waterloo as we "scare away hunger" by trick-or-treating for canned goods and non-perishable food items.

What can you expect?

• Join a team with your friends and receive a route in Waterloo
• Go door-to-door saying "trick-or-eat" and ask for donations for WUSA Food Support Services
• Dress in costume, or wear something warm to enjoy this fun and giving experience!

When and where?

Thursday, October 31

5:15pm - 7:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Bring your energy, singing voice, and a list of your favourite songs to enjoy a night of karaoke with your peer leaders! Don’t want to sing? That’s okay! All are welcome to come out and enjoy the good vibes!

What can you expect?

• Snacks
• Singing
• Dancing
• FUN!

When and where?

Friday, November 1

8:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Atrium

Renison’s new president, Dr. Marc Jerry, will be facilitating a student-only session to help us better understand how you see Renison today, and how you would like to see it evolve and grow by 2028. Please join us!

What can you expect?

• Brainstorming and conversations in small groups
• A chance to share your thoughts and feelings about Renison’s current direction
• Free pizza for all participating students

When and where?

Tuesday, November 5

12:00pm – 12:50pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Register in advance if you can join us!

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.

Calling all Swifties! Time to get Bejewled by making some friendship bracelets. Make one with your name, favourite song title or whatever you want! 

What can you expect?

• Chill vibes between classes 
• A chance to connect with other Swifties and make new friends!
• All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity!

When and where?

Wednesday, November 6

11:30am - 1:00pm 

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, 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

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, November 6

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 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.