Events

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, May 24

8:00pm – 10:00pm

Renison Atrium

Learn to make kimbap with the Korean Culture Club!

What can you expect?

• Guidance on how to prepare and roll your own kimbap
• Learn about Korean culture through food
• Enjoy the kimbap that you prepare!

When and where?

Thursday, May 30

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Renison Atrium

Have you ever tried bowling with just 5 pins? Now’s your chance!

What can you expect?

• For just $35, you will get to bowl for 1-hour
• Bowling shoe rental and bus from Renison to Victoria Bowling Lanes included
• See how many strikes you can get!

When and where?

Thursday, May 30

8:15pm – 9:30pm

Meet in the Atrium

Register for the bus trip here: https://uwaterloo.ca/renison-student-experience/trips

Celebrate the end of your first month with the classic Renison Bonfire Party!

What can you expect?

• Make new friends
• Roast marshmallows and hot dogs over the fire
• Play games, dance, and have fun!

When and where?

Friday, May 31

8:00pm – 11:00pm

Renison Courtyard

Visit the St Jacobs Farmers’ Market with your peer leaders.

What can you expect?

• Shopping at various stalls
• Walking around the market and learning about Waterloo culture
• Baked goods, souvenirs, and lots of produce!

When and where?

Saturday, June 1

12:30pm – 3:30pm

Meet in the Atrium at 12:15pm

Please note that many vendors only take cash. There is an ATM at the market, but we recommend bringing at least $20 if you plan to make any purchases.

Register and pay for the bus trip here: https://uwaterloo.ca/renison-student-experience/trips

Starting a new term means making new friends! Join us for this classic Renison event!

What can you expect?

• Snacks
• Conversation Starters at each table
• The chance to talk to a new friend every 5 minutes
• You can ask you new friends for their contact information to stay in touch after the event!

When and where?

Monday, June 3

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Join your residence dons for a unique experience in the cafeteria! Each event is a surprise planned by dons for the residence students and Renison community!

What can you expect?

• High energy event
• Snacks, games , and lots of fun!
• The chance to connect with the dons and residence community

When and where?

Every Wednesday in June

7:00pm – 9:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

Join your peer leaders and Chef Tim to make your own delicious Beavertail treat!

What can you expect?

• Variety of toppings
• Pre-made deep-fried Beavertail dough
• The chance to enjoy a classic Canadian treat!

When and where?

Thursday, June 6

7:00pm – 8:30pm

Renison Cafeteria

Put your dancing shoes on and get ready to enjoy Renison’s iconic Neon Party! With music from all around the world, bright lights, and dancing, it’s an event you won’t want to miss!

What can you expect?

• Dancing
• Neon lights
• Music
• Snacks
• The best time of your life!

When and where?

Friday, June 7

8:30pm – 10:30pm

Renison Atrium

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?

Monday, June 10

Begins at 8:00pm

Renison Courtyard