Sunday, December 8, 2013 — 2:00 PM EST
What does Mysticism Look Like Today?
What are some of the similarities and differences between traditional, non-traditional, and popular forms of mysticism? This is the second of a two-part series and takes place on Sunday, December 8, from 2:00-5:00 pm. Refreshments are provided.
Wednesday, November 20, 2013 — 7:30 PM EST
Ways of the Spirit: Celebrating Dialogue, Diversity & Spirituality
You're invited to attend the book launch for a new volume edited by Professor M. Darrol Bryant.
Saturday, November 16, 2013 — 2:00 PM EST
"What is Mysticism and where did it come from?"
Join Mr. Bob Chodos, The Rev'd Glenda Meakin, and Dr. Timothy Gianotti as they explore the roots and branches of mysticism from the Jewish, Christian and Muslim perspectives. This is the first of a two-part series and takes place on Saturday, November 16 from 2:00-5:00 pm. Refreshments are provided.
Thursday, November 14, 2013 — 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM EST
Would you like to spend seven weeks in China? Find out how you can be a part of this annual program and explore Chinese language, culture and society utilizing a “living textbook,” to gain an understanding of the history and civilization of the world’s most populous nation.
Thursday, November 14, 2013 — 2:30 PM EST
Rise of China and Its Implications to Japan
Presented By: Yoichiro Sato
Professor, Ritsumeikan Asia-Pacific University, Japan
RSVP: Laura MacKenzie, 519-884-4400 Ext. 28690, lmackenz@uwaterloo.ca
Tuesday, November 12, 2013 — 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM EST
The Confucius Institute presents:
Our Filial Obligations to Nature: Reflections on Early Chinese Notions of Ecology
Featuring: Dr. Paul Crowe, Associate Professor, Department of Humanities and Asia-Canada Program
Friday, November 8, 2013 — 12:00 PM EST
Theme: Knowledge Translation
Featuring:
Tony Tin
Director of library and information services, Lusi Wong Library
RSpace: Building an institutional repository to support research and facilitate knowledge translation and mobilization at Renison University College
Friday, November 8, 2013 — 10:30 AM EST
RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD
Friday, November 1, 2013 — 10:30 AM EDT
RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD
Friday, October 25, 2013 — 10:30 AM EDT
RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD
Saturday, October 19, 2013 — 3:30 PM EDT
SOLD OUT
Thank you for your interest but the Across the Creek Express event has sold out. Please check Renison's events page for more upcoming events.
Friday, October 18, 2013 — 10:30 AM EDT
RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD
Tuesday, October 15, 2013 — 6:30 PM EDT
Lives and values of ordinary people in China
Professor Ying Xiao
Tsinghua University, China
6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
RSVP: lmackenz@uwaterloo.ca
Wednesday, October 9, 2013 — 3:30 PM EDT
Right care, right time, right place: Improving outcomes for people with spinal cord injury through early intervention and improved access to specialized care: Lessons from Australia.
Guest lecture by Dr. James Middleton, MBBS, PhD, GradDipAppSc, (ExSpSc), FAFRM(RACP), FACRM
Wednesday, October 9, 3:30 p.m.
Sun Life Financial Auditorium (LHS 1621)
Meet and Greet and refreshments to follow seminar
Thursday, October 3, 2013 — 2:30 PM EDT
Japan’s Border Challenges: The Northern Territories, Takeshima and Senkaku
Presented By: Akihiro Iwashita
Professor, Slavic Research Center, Hokkaido University;
Representative, Global Center of Excellence (GCOE) Program
“Reshaping Japan‘s Border Studies“;
Vice President, Association for Borderlands Studies (ABS);
Vice President, Japan International Border Studies Network
Tuesday, October 1, 2013 — 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM EDT
Author and speaker, Charmaine Hammond (Renison’s Outstanding Alumni Award winner, 2013), will be returning home to Renison to give a presentation to students and the wider Renison community, as well as launch her new book, “GPS Your Best Life: Charting Your Destination and Getting There in Style.”
Sunday, September 29, 2013 — 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT
Are you exploring post-secondary opportunities? Join Renison University College and the University of Waterloo at this year's Ontario Universities Fair to find out more about the exciting opportunities at Renison!
Saturday, September 28, 2013 — 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM EDT
Renison University College hosts the 19th annual East Asian Festival. Experience the vibrant cultures of China, Japan and Korea with live performances and demonstrations, music, food, and educational and interactive booths.
Free admission. Fun for the whole family.
Saturday, September 28, 2013 — 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT
Are you exploring post-secondary opportunities? Join Renison University College and the University of Waterloo at this year's Ontario Universities Fair to find out more about the exciting opportunities at Renison!
Friday, September 27, 2013 — 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT
Are you exploring post-secondary opportunities? Join Renison University College and the University of Waterloo at this year's Ontario Universities Fair to find out more about the exciting opportunities at Renison!
Wednesday, September 25, 2013 — 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM EDT
Renison Town & Gown Society members and their guests are invited to a wine and cheese reception at Renison University College.
Come and meet the new Director of the School of Social Work, Dr. Susan Cadell, and tour the new extension at Renison University College.
Friday, September 20, 2013 — 1:00 PM EDT
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Justin’s visit to the University of Waterloo, and the Kitchener Waterloo community, has had to be cancelled. Justin wants to extend his thanks to the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University communities for their outpouring support and gracious invitations.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013 — 4:15 PM EDT
We'd love to have you over for dinner!
As a former student at Renison, we invite you to come back to campus for a reception in your honour, a great meal and a chance to reconnect with Renison.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013 — 8:00 PM EDT
Students in the English Language Institute's English for Success program will be showing off their new-found skills in English in their end-of-program "skit night".
Students from around the globe have spend the past month studying English, making friends, having fun and exploring Canadian culture. They will celebrate the end of the program with this fun and light-hearted event.
Join them at 8:00 p.m. EST in the Great Hall dining room or watch it on Renison's livestream channel.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 — 7:30 PM EDT
Moving Chi: Traditional Dance & Martial Arts
A presentation of traditional dance and martial arts paired with music old and new. This festive and powerful program will be held in Renison's East Meets West outdoor garden.
