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Toronto Bus Trip on August 31
Saturday, August 31, 2024 8:45 am - 8:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Toronto Bus Trip

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, August 31

8:45am – 8:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

Games Day on September 3
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Games Day

Make new friends while playing different board games and card games! Choose your favourite game, or try something new!

What can you expect?

  • Choose from a selection of board games to play with your friends
  • Enjoy a night of relaxing and having fun with your classmates!

When and where?

Tuesday, September 3

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Speed Friending on September 4
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Speed Friending

Starting a new term means making new friends! In this classic Renison event, you get to meet a new friend every 5-minutes! Exchange contact information, and get to know as many new Reni-friends as possible!

What can you expect?

  • Snacks for everyone
  • Conversation Starters at each table
  • A chance to break the ice and make new friends

When and where?

Wednesday, September 4

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Renison Cafeteria

NEW DATE: Karaoke Night September 6
Friday, September 6, 2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Karaoke Night

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, September 6

7:00pm – 9:00pm

Renison Atrium

Note: Due to chance of rain, Karaoke Night was moved to Friday, September 6 (previously Friday, September 13) in place of the Bonfire Party.

St Jacobs Farmers Market Bus Trip on September 7
Saturday, September 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

St Jacobs Farmers' Market

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, September 7

12:00pm – 3:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

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 on Renison’s Events Portal!

Tote Paint Night on September 9
Monday, September 9, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Tote Paint Night

Let's get creative, Renison! Decorate your own custom Renison tote bag with your friends, dons, and peer leaders!

What can you expect?

  • Renison branded tote bags (while supplies last)
  • Paint, markers, and all the decorative supplies you need!
  • Enjoy snacks, music, and community while you create!

When and where?

Monday, September 9

6:30pm – 8:30pm

Dunker Family Lounge

Sky Zone Trampoline Park Bus Trip - September 10
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Sky Zone Trampoline Park Bus Trip - September 10

Jump into the good times, Reni-Friends! Your peer leaders are taking you to Sky Zone Trampoline Park, one of the most fun places in Kitchener-Waterloo!

What can you expect?

  • A bus ride to Sky Zone from Renison and back
  • A new pair of trampoline socks
  • The chance to play and jump and really relax and unwind!

When and where?

Tuesday, September 10

4:00pm – 6:30pm

Meet in the Renison Atrium

Register on Renison’s Events Portal!

Mel's Breakfast Presented by RASC on September 11
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT (GMT -04:00)

Mel's Breakfast with RASC

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

Tips for applying to co-op and resume help workshop on September 11
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Tips for Applying to Co-op and Resume Help

Join A.J. Dixon, ELI Student Advisor, to learn how you can prepare yourself for co-op and create an effective resume.

What can you expect?

  • Co-op preparation strategies
  • Resume and cover letter writing tips

When and where?

Wednesday, September 11

4:00pm – 5:00pm

REN 0104

Drop-in Meditation with Chaplain Scott every Tuesday and Thursday in September
Thursday, September 12, 2024 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Drop-in Meditation

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-religous).
  • 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 in September 

12:00pm - 12:15pm

Tuesdays: Chapel of St. Bede

Thursdays: Multi-faith Prayer Space