Volunteer with Renison for Fall Open House on Saturday, November 14!
Fall Open House welcomes prospective students and their families, friends, and partners to our campus. Be a part of this amazing day and impact someone's future by signing up to be a volunteer. Let's show them what being part of the Renison community is all about!
When: Saturday, November 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Where: Renison University College and the University of Waterloo
Why should I do this?
If it's your first time volunteering at the event, you will receive:
- Renison name tag
- Exclusive Renison t-shirt
- And if you volunteer the entire day: Complementary lunch
In addition, volunteering at the Open House is...
- A great way to build your communication skills and customer service skills
- A fun way to make friends with other University of Waterloo and Renison students
- A chance to build your resumé with professional volunteer experience!
Open House Volunteer Positions Available
1. University College Tent Volunteers
- Be stationed outside and available to provide directions for visitors to the University Colleges during the event.
- Encouraging visitors on main campus to walk across the bridge to visit Renison, St. Jerome's University, United College, and Conrad Grebel University College.
- Engage with students and be a warm, friendly face to represent Renison.
2. Greeters, Runners, and Floaters
- Be a friendly first face for students when they arrive at Renison.
- Be available at different entrances around Renison to help visitors locate the Dunker Family Lounge for registration and campus tours.
- Offer directional support if needed to direct prospective students to sessions, etc.
- Assist with restocking booths and supplies when necessary.
3. Booth Volunteers at Renison
- Help as a volunteer to promote:
- Social Development Studies
- School of Social Work
- Double Degree Program (Social Development Studies & School of Social Work)
- Culture & Language Studies (showcasing Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Studies in Islamic and Arab Cultures)
- Renison International Programs
- Student Experience & Housing
- Student Leadership Opportunities at Renison
- Be a volunteer who is already knowledgeable and has an association with one of these areas prior to the event.
- Answer questions related to the respective department or opportunity at Renison.
- Connect students with print materials or business cards should they be interested in following up to learn more.
- Encourage visitors to go on a tour if they haven’t done so already at Renison.
Note: Volunteers should have an association with or knowledge of their booth prior to the event.
4. Booth Volunteers Around Campus
We are looking for eager volunteers who can host booths throughout campus to represent Renison and our programs.
In Student Life Centre:
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Renison University College Booth
- Speak to living in residence on campus, including the community and culture at Renison. Share information about living in residence.
- Answer questions about living in residence and talk about the meal plans that are available in the different residences.
- Connect students with the print materials on Residence.
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BASE (Bridge to Academic Success in English) Booth
- Speak to the community and culture at Renison. Share information about BASE programming.
- Be a volunteer who is already knowledgeable and has an association with the BASE programs.
- Share experiences, offer insights, answer questions about the BASE program.
- Encourage students to visit Renison and go on a tour.
- Connect students with print materials or business cards should they be interested in a follow-up.
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IP / Summer Programs / Future Ready Booth
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Speak to the community and culture at Renison. Share information about IP programming (EFAS / EFS / GOALS / GEAR / Future Ready).
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Be a volunteer who is already knowledgeable and has an association with the IP programs.
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Share experiences, offer insights, and answer questions about the IP programs.
- Encourage students to visit Renison and go on a tour.
- Connect students with print materials or business cards should they be interested in a follow-up.
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In Hagey Hall:
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Renison University College Booth
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Speak to SDS, BSW, and Double Degree programs, including the community and culture at Renison. Share information about academic programs.
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Answer questions about the programs, and talk about the resources that are available to the students in the academic programs,
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Connect students with the print materials on SDS, BSW, Double Degree.
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Encourage students to visit Renison and go on a tour.
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In Mathematics 3:
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Renison University College Booth
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Speak to (new) AEXIOM program, including the community and culture at Renison. Share information about this new program.
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Answer questions about the program, and talk about the resources that are available to students in this new program.
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Connect students with the print materials on SDS, BSW, Double Degree.
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Encourage students to visit Renison and go on a tour.
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5. Registration Table Volunteers
- Help visitors register for Renison tours.
- Hand out event guides and Renison event materials to visitors.
- Distribute swag as a reward to visitors for registering at the event.
6. Reni Moose Mascot Volunteer and Handlers
- Serve as the Reni Moose mascot in the costume, and serve as a handler to help direct Reni Moose to various venues throughout the College.
- Engage with prospective students and show Renison spirit by taking photos with visitors.
- As a handler, support Reni Moose and ensuring they take frequent breaks throughout the day.
Will I receive training?
Yes! There will be a general volunteer training!
General Volunteer Training
This is a great opportunity to meet you fellow volunteers and to learn more about your roles, responsibilities, overall event logistics, and other important information.
Reminder: Volunteers without a pre-existing volunteer t-shirt, lanyard, or name-tag will be provided with one during training.
- Monday, November 9: 3:00pm - 4:00pm, REN 2104
- Monday, November 10: 3:00pm - 4:00pm, REN 2104
- Wednesday, November 11: 5:00pm - 6:00pm (Virtual Session)
How do I sign up?
Complete the registration form below. The week prior to the event, you will be contacted by a Renison staff member, with more information about next steps as a volunteer.
Do you have questions?
Let us know! Reach out to ren-res@uwaterloo.ca with your questions, or by DMing us on Instagram @RenisonExperience !