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
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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.Ìý
We welcome you to visit ourÌýRenison: A road map for student belongingÌýwebpage 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 re-inforce 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
Meet Keziah Mukalel
KeziahÌý(she/her) is excited to share all of the amazing Renison and UÀ¶Ý®ÊÓƵ resources with students. As a BSW student, she is very knowledgeable about mental health and equity supports on campus and in the À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ Region. If you see Keziah around, be sure to ask her about her experience sky diving this September!
Meet with Keziah about:
- Accessibility and equity supports on campus
- Mental health conversations
- Upcoming events in the Link Inclusion Lounge
Meet Summer Wu
SummerÌý(she/her) is a mature student completing her BSW placement with Renison! She has lots of great tips for adjusting to life in university, and is always happy to talk about getting organized for success! If you see Summer, be sure to ask her about her involvement with performing arts and drama!
Meet with Summer about:
- Mature student events and support
- Adjusting to life in Canada as an international student
- Events and workshops in the Link Inclusion Lounge
Link Inclusion Lounge Upcoming Events
Wellness Wednesday
Join Renison's Inclusion Coordinators every Wednesday for a chance to engage with different wellness exercises and information!Ìý
Wellness Wednesday
Join Renison's Inclusion Coordinators every Wednesday for a chance to engage with different wellness exercises and information!Ìý
Link Inclusion Lounge Event Gallery
Chinese Student Hangout - Fall 2024
Chinese Student Hangout: National Day Edition - Fall 2024
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Moose Hide Campaign - Fall 2024
National Coming Out Day - Fall 2024
National Coming Out Day - Fall 2024
Link Inclusion Lounge Open House - Fall 2024
Link Inclusion Lounge Open House - Fall 2024
Link Inclusion Lounge Open House - Fall 2024
Link Inclusion Lounge Open House - Fall 2024
Queer & Cozy - Fall 2024
Silent Reading Club - Winter 2025
Wellness Listening Session - Winter 2025
ABC Chill - Winter 2025
Wellness Wednesday - January 29, 2025
Wellness Wednesday - March 5, 2025
Learn to Chill - Winter 2025
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!Ìý
Link Inclusion Lounge News
Walk with us on Moose Hide Campaign Day on May 15
ÌýisÌýThursday, May 15. All members of the Renison and University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ community, including employees, are welcome to join us for a Moose Hide Campaign Day Walk on the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ campus.
My Inclusion Coordinator Journey
The story of how my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) path intersects with the Inclusion Coordinator role was dramatic. During our BSW placement fair, I paid no attention to Renison’s booth, thinking it was the school’s display for the BSW program. A while after, out of my expectations, I was contacted by Renison for an interview (it turned out that my placement manager passed my resume to the Student Experience and Housing team). With some uncertainty and confusion, I attended the interview. From there, I understood how the Inclusion Coordinator role could be connected to my social work placement.
A Year in the Life of an Inclusion Coordinator
Renison values collaboration and diverse perspectives. The college intentionally recruited two placement students who could bring meaningful change and connection through their lived experiences and skill sets. I am incredibly grateful to work alongside my classmate and colleague, Summer Wu. Together, we’ve accomplished a great deal and learned so much from one another.