If you're looking for a small, close-knit residence or academic home base that is a five-minute walk to most buildings at the University of Waterloo, then Renison may be for you!
Renison is a smaller community with its own character and distinctive programs where you can get involved. For students pursuing a University of Waterloo degree, you can live and study at Renison while having access to all of the services and facilities on the main Waterloo campus. Think of it like a small, friendly neighbourhood, within a larger city - it's the best of both worlds!
Territorial Acknowledgement
With gratitude, we acknowledge that Renison University College is located on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, Hodinohsyó:ni, and Attawandaran (Neutral) Peoples, which is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on each side of the Grand River from mouth to source. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place in all corners of our campus through research, learning, teaching, community building and outreach. We are guided by the work of our Reconciliation and Re-storying Steering Committee and Anti-Racism and Decolonization Spokescouncil, as well as the University of Waterloo’s Office of Indigenous Relations.
Questions?
Contact us: renison@uwaterloo.ca
News
Dr. Crystena Parker-Shandal Receives Arts Teaching Excellence Award
Renison's Dr. Crystena Parker-Shandal has been announced as winner of an Excellence in Teaching Award from the Faculty of Arts.
This award recognizes exemplary teaching over a variety of course levels, approaches to course development, structure, and delivery, and/or mentoring colleagues and graduate students to promote better teaching.
Remembering Bob Truman, 1948-2025
Renison is saddened to share the news of the sudden passing of Robert (Bob) Truman.
Bob was a valued member of the Renison community, and was made a Renison Senior Fellow in 1988. He had a long history of contributing to student-focused initiatives and his donation history with Renison spanned more than 30 years. His generosity will have a long-lasting impact.
Bob was also well-known figure on the University of Waterloo campus, and was the Director of Institutional Analysis and Planning from 1984 until his retirement in 2010.
A celebration of life is scheduled for May 15, 2025 at Erb & Good Family Funeral Home.
Chinese proficiency preliminary competition held at Renison April 27
The 24th Chinese Bridge - Chinese Proficiency Preliminary Competition for University Students in Ontario and Manitoba was held successfully at Renison University College on Sunday April 27.
The event was sponsored by the Center For Language Education and Cooperation and the Consulate-General of the People's Republic of China in Toronto and hosted by China Studies Center at Renison University College.
Dr. Marc Jerry, President of Renison University College welcomed the candidates from different universities and their family members and friends, and the judges. He hoped to promote the diversity of language and culture education by hosting such events.
Events
2025 Alumni Beer and Bites
Join us for the annual (and very popular) alumni craft beer and bites event, hosted by the four University Colleges at the University of Waterloo!
For this event, you'll meet us at Renison, and we'll take you on a walking tour to each of the University Colleges to sip craft beer samples paired with great food. Bring your appetite - the "bites" are substantial - you won't be needing dinner!
It's a great way to tour your old stomping grounds (see what we've done with the place) and connect with old (and new) friends!