Renison students value feeling safe, supported, and included in our community.
Our Link Inclusion Lounge is a space that invites all students to be who they are and to express themselves freely.
Our Principles of Inclusion encourage:
- We recognize that all members of our community have unique needs
- We are curious and lead collaboratively
- We focus on the strength of every individual without assumptions
- We encourage inclusion by navigating each interaction with respect, civility, and compassion
- We respect everyone’s right to express and present themselves relative to their religion, culture, race, ability, ethnic background, sexual identity, and gender identity
Why a Link Inclusion Lounge?
In Winter 2024, the Student Experience and Housing team conducted consultation sessions with our Renison student community, focusing on students from equity-deserving communities. Feedback from these sessions highlighted the value of a space of inclusion where all students, including students from equity-deserving communities, can come to connect and access support.
We welcome you to visit our Renison: A road map for student belonging webpage to learn more about the history and process that has led to our Link Inclusion Lounge space.
Meet our Inclusion Coordinators!
- Facilitate events and opportunities to reinforce a welcoming and inclusive community for all students at Renison, including equity-deserving students
- Provide peer support for students navigating student life as an equity-deserving student and assist with connecting students to campus and community services and resources
Our Inclusion Coordinator roles are not available in July and August. Come back in September to meet our 2026-2027 Inclusion Coordinator team!
Visit our One-one-one Meet-ups page to learn more about the teams available to support you this summer.
Link Inclusion Lounge Upcoming Events
Link Inclusion Lounge News
My time at Renison: Inclusion Coordinator-style
Over the past 10 months, I had the opportunity to complete my social work placement at Renison University College as Inclusion Coordinator. In this role, I was given the freedom to shape the placement to my learning needs. Renison supported me as much as I supported Renison. This supportive environment set the stage for my future career endeavours.
Renison Pride Flag-raising Celebration on June 1
Pride Month begins June 1, and Renison University College will once again be raising both the Pride flag and the Trans flag on our flagpoles.
Renison recognized for innovation excellence in student affairs
Students know that Renison University College is a great place to belong, but now, this sentiment is being recognized across the country.
Walk with us on Moose Hide Campaign Day on May 15
Moose Hide Campaign Day is Thursday, May 15. All members of the Renison and University of Waterloo community, including employees, are welcome to join us for a Moose Hide Campaign Day Walk on the University of Waterloo campus.
Link Inclusion Lounge Event Gallery
Helpful resources
We want you to know about some helpful quick links and resources to check out if you're an equity-deserving student at Renison!