Renison's Learning Skills team wants to ensure you know how to access all the University of Waterloo supports available to help you be successful.
No one's academic journey looks the same. We are here to help you build a path to success in your studies!
Our Learning Skills team can help with:
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Building effective learning and study strategies
- Note-taking and reading skills
- Exam and test preparation
- Time management
- Organization skills
- Juggling school and your well-being
- Direct you to University of Waterloo services, including learning support and tutorial services
In-person and Virtual Learning Skills Support Drop-in Times
Drop-in learning support session times for the week of December 1 - 5
- Monday, Dec. 1 from 2:30pm to 3:30pm with Andrew in the Renison Library
- Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 4:00pm to 5:00pm with Rubee in the Renison Library
- Wednesday, Dec. 3 from 2:30pm to 3:30pm with Andrew in the Renison Library
- Thursday, Dec. 4 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm with Diya on Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 259 419 448 423 84; Passcode: Zk7az2aR)
Meet our Learning Skills team!
Diya Drabu
Student Experience Peer Leader (Online Learners & Mature Students)
Diya (she/her) is our Student Experience Peer Leader for mature students and online learners! Studying in the Sexuality, Relationships, and Families (SRF) program. Diya's role is to help students navigate the systems, programs, and processes at the University of Waterloo that may be confusing as a mature student or online learner, and she is here to help build a welcoming community for mature students and online learners.
A common challenge for many new mature students and online learners is building effective learning skills and study strategies with an already very busy schedule. Plus, Diya absolutely loves learning about people's experiences, cultures, and stories! In her free time, she loves learning new languages, dance, calligraphy, and henna designs!
Meet with Diya about:
- How to navigate the University of Waterloo websites (Quest, Portal, LEARN, Email, etc.)
- Adjusting to life as a mature student or online student and building more effective time management strategies
- Accessing University of Waterloo support services and what's available for you
- Confronting imposter syndrome and finding ways to feel like you belong in your classes (because you do!)
Rubee Kung
Learning Skills Peer Leader
Rubee (she/her) is a Learning Skills Peer Leader who is here to support all students registered in at least one course at Renison and/or living in Renison Residence! As a Learning Skills Peer Leader, Rubee can help you adjust your study strategies from high school and refine them for the new study environment that is university. Rubee loves understanding how the brain works, and enjoys working with students in developing real-life learning strategies that can help you to stay organized with your tests and assignments, while balancing that with your well-being and maintaining positive mental health.
Meet with Rubee about:
- Strengthening your study strategies (time management, note-taking, textbook reading)
- How to access the many learning supports, tutorial centres, and supports at the University of Waterloo
- How to juggle your well-being while building effective skills for your classes
Andrew Dixon
Learning Skills Advisor
Andrew completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Victoria with bachelor's degrees in Education and Arts. As a Learning Skills Advisor, Andrew is here to support all students during their academic journey. Andrew can help you with:
- Building effective learning strategies and study habits
- Time management strategies so you can keep track of tests, assignments, and appointments
- Effective note-taking skills and getting the most out of your courses
- Preparing for tests and quizzes and reducing test anxiety
- Navigating the University of Waterloo campus services, including tutoring and learning support resources
Learning Skills & Study Help Sessions
Virtual Glide Certificate Info Session
Ready to level up your global skills? Join this quick 30-minute info session to discover the GLIDE (Global Learning, Intercultural Development, and Engagement) certificate offered by the University of Waterloo!
Learning Skills Team Open House
We're Open! Visit our Learning Skills Team Open House on January 8!
You're invited to join us for our Learning Skills Team Open House in the Lusi Wong Library.
This past Fall, Renison Student Experience and Housing rolled out its Learning Skills Team and their services in the Lusi Wong Library for students to access.
Now, we'd like to welcome all students, staff, and faculty, to come meet our friendly faces at our Learning Skills Team Open House!
Save the date in your calendars! Drop by on Thursday, January 8 from 11:30am to 1:00pm in the Lusi Wong Library for refreshments and treats.
Chat with Andrew, Rubee, and Diya, and learn how the workshops, meet-ups, and drop-in services that are provided out of the Library can help you thrive in your studies.
In the meantime, visit the Learning Skills Support webpage to learn how we're here to support all students.
New Year, New Term, New Start Workshop
It's a New Year and a New Term, which means it's a great time for a New Start when it comes to your studies! Join Peer Leader Rubee for this informative virtual workshop where you can learn about tools, methods & resources to set you up for success this Winter!
How to use A.I. Effectively Workshop
Join Nela Maluckov, Curriculum Manager for Renison's School of Global Engagement and Education, along with Peer Leader Rubee Kung, for this workshop that explores the ways you can use Artificial Intelligence (AI) effectively when studying.
Finding your Flow Virtual Workshop
This 1-hour interactive workshop supports online and mature students in exploring what balance truly means while managing school, work, and life.
Helpful resources
We want you to know about some helpful quick links and resources to ensure you thrive as a student!
