Hawk Hangouts

We know that life can get busy with classes, assignments, and other responsibilities, but staying consistent with activities outside of academics can help keep you grounded.

Hawk Hangouts are your weekly chance to connect, unwind, and try something new. Hosted by Student Experience at the same time each week, these drop-in events feature different themes, quick community activities, and plenty of space to simply relax and chat.

Open to all students, Hawk Hangouts are a welcoming way to meet classmates, explore new interests, and make campus feel like home.

Why Should You Participate?

• Make friends: meet people outside your classes.
• Low pressure: drop in for five minutes or stay the whole time.
• Freebies and treats: snacks, games, supplies depending on the week.
• Try something new: creative activities, food themed events, wellness moments.
• Build belonging: small weekly routines that make campus feel like home.

Brantford Schedule

Plushy Study Buddies

Thursday, Jan. 8 from 1 – 3 p.m. | Drop-in | Level 1 Lounge

Adopt a plushy study buddy to help you stay on task throughout semester! Stop in, pick your plush, name it, and leave with your new study-sidekick and an adoption certificate.

Minigame Madness

Thursday, Jan. 15 from 1 – 3 p.m. | Drop-in | Level 1 Lounge

Who doesnt love a round of a quick game! Stop by for assorted minigames such as Caravan, Farkle, Zeni Hajiki, Knucklebones and more! Bring your own too! Dont know how to play? Dont worry, one of our experts will be happy to instruct you! Learn a new game and have fun!

Celebrity Look-a-like

Thursday, Jan. 22 from 1 – 3 p.m. | Drop-in | Level 1 Lounge

Think you have a long lost twin....that is famous enough to come up on google? Come by and tell us what celebrity from A list to Z list that you think you look like for a chance to win!

Tie Dye Day

Thursday, Jan. 29 from 1 – 3 p.m. | Drop-in | Level 1 Lounge

Grab one of our items or bring your own to tie dye! Get ready to get groovy!

Milton Schedule 

Vision Board Making

Thursday, Jan. 24 from 11.am - 4 p.m | Drop-in | Student Commons

Join us to set your intentions for 2026 with a vision board! Bring your goals and dreams for the new year and we have the supplies!

Celebrity Look-a-like

Thursday, Jan. 24 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m | Drop-in | Student Commons

Think you have a celebrity lookalike? Show us your celebrity match and if it's a good one you'll get a treat!

Friendship Bracelet Making

Thursday, Jan. 24 from 11 a.m - 3 p.m | Drop-in | Student Commons

Join us for a fun and creative friendship-bracelet-making session! Craft colorful, personalized bracelets to share with your new friends or keep as a memory. All supplies provided—just bring your creativity and good vibes.

Ground Hog Day

Thursday, Jan. 29 from 11 a.m - 3 p.m | Drop-in | Student Commons

Is spring around the corner… or is winter here to stay? Visit our poll board and choose your prediction!

Waterloo Schedule

Soft Launch Your Winter Semester

Wednesday, Jan. 7 from 10 a.m – 11 a.m. | Drop-in | Concourse

Slide into the new term with our belonging boards pop-up! Share what helps you feel connected, motivated, and at home at Laurier. Each table features a quick reflective question to help you reset and start strong. Stop by, write a note, and soft-launch your winter semester with intention.

Cereal Breakfast Bar

Wednesday, Jan. 14 from 12:30 - 2 p.m | Drop-in | Concourse

Swing by for a free bowl of cereal! Choose from an assortment of cereals and milk, mix and match however you like and enjoy a simple treat! Brought to you from your Student Experience team! *while supplies last

Hot Coco Bar

Wednesday, Jan. 21 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m | Drop-in | Concourse

Cold day? We’ve got you covered! Stop by our Hot Coco Bar and build your perfect cup with a variety of toppings and cozy vibes.

Chip Day

Wednesday, Jan. 28 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m | Drop-in | Concourse

Pick from a wide variety of chips, or mix and match your favorites for the ultimate snack experience! It’s a day to enjoy all things crunchy and delicious.