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Volume 5 / Issue 5 / September 25, 2017
King's Hour: The Trouble with Trump
 
Join us in Kenny Theatre for King's Hour.
Three professors from different disciplines will discuss US President, Donald Trump. Panel discussion 30 minutes. Q&A after panel. 
September 27
3:30 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

KUCSC Events

KUCSC Volunteer and Community Fair
Get involved with the London community. The fair will be in the Spriet Learning Commons of the King Student Life Centre.
September 25-28
Noon-4 p.m.

KUCSC Campaigning Begins
If you're interested in joining Students' Council, this is your chance!
Campaigning starts  September 25-October 3

King's Fall Carnival
Tickets are $5 each, sold at the King's Connection. 
October 4 from 12:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
You can also s ign up a team of 6-8 people for a ball hockey tournament. 

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CSI Wine and Cheese Social
 
Childhood and Social Institutions is hosting a wine and cheese social Monday, September 25 at 7 p.m. in the Vitali Student Lounge. Meet and greet fellow club members, professors and the King's community over some wine & cheese!
Cash bar, free food and soft drinks. Bring your ID. 

Grand Opening of Fairtrade Cafe
 
Everyone is invited to the Grand Opening of our fairtrade cafe on September 26, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

There will be samples, games and a door prize. Learn about the fairtrade designation and where you can find fairtrade products on campus. 

Submit a name for the new cafe for your chance to win free coffee for a year.

MSW Information Session
 
Come to the Vitali Student Lounge to learn more about the Master of Social Work program.
September 26, n oon-1 p.m.
Development and Peace Group
 
An opportunity to explore social justice issues such as women at the heart of peace, fair trade issues, ecological justice and food sovereignty issues from a lens of faith.
Begins Tuesday, September 26, from 7-9 p.m. in KC 218. 
Drumming Circle
 
Join Participation House Support Services for a drumming circle. Bongos, drums and tambourines are provided.  All are welcome.
September 27 
11:00 a.m.-noon Kenny Theatre.
Poetry and Flash Fiction Workshop
 
Learn about the fine line between flash fiction and some forms of poetry. Try your hand at one or both.
September 27
12:30-1:30 p.m. KC218
Indigenous Mentor

Indigenous Elder, Liz Akiwenzie will be available to any students to talk about Indigenous culture and history. Find her on the second floor of KC. Come sit with her and talk about the Original People of North America. Your questions are welcome! Drop in individually or as a group. 

September 28
10 a.m-3 p.m.
King Student Life Centre

Graduate School Information Session
 
For students interested in graduate school and in applying for SSHRC/OGS.
Thursday, September 28  12:30 p.m-1:30 p.m. in DL112.
Hosted by the Department of Political Science.
Mindful Meditation

September 28, October 5, 19 and 26  
3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
in the Reflection Room. 

Practice techniques to settle a busy brain, calm emotions and re-energize your body & mind.
Learn more about mindful meditation.
 
Yoga

Every Wednesday in the Reflection Room at noon. Bring your own mat. Class fills up quickly so come early. Learn more about yoga.
Veritas Series
 
Protestants and Catholics Singing Together: Rich Traditions, Challenging Future with  Fr. Anthony Ruff, OSB.

A celebration of ecumenical musicians who have shared resources across traditions since the Reformation.

September 28,   7:30 p.m. in the Kenny Theatre.

King's Players Auditions
 
Call for cast and crew.  N o acting experience required.

Auditions are being held September 28-30.


EBM Career Series Workshop
 
Bring the latest copy of your cover letter and resume and l earn how to make yours stand out in the pile.  Open to all EBM students.
September 29  1 p.m.-4 p.m.  Vitali Student Lounge.

King's Chamber Choir 
 
The King's University College Chamber Choir will be performing at Culture Days in London as part of a two-day street festival celebrating arts and culture.  Free admission.
September 29 from 8 p.m.-8:30 p.m and 8:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Will take place on Dundas St and Talbot St. 

There are a few spots left in King's Chamber Choir. Students, faculty and staff are welcome to audition. To audition, email Janet Loo or call her at ext. 4528. There is a particular need for tenors and basses.
Martyrs' Shrine Student Retreat
 
September 29 - October 1 join us for a weekend of reflection, prayer, fun and friends as we explore Ignatian spirituality in Midland, Ontario.
$50 cost includes food, board and transportation.

The Adulting Journey
 
Feel like you should have it all figured out but worried that you don't? Guess what? You aren't alone. This morning of inspiration and support will provide tools on how to journey down the road of life with less concerns, challenges and worries.
Saturday, September 30  at 10 a.m. in the  Kenny Theatre.

Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries
 
Applications for scholarships, awards and bursaries are available. The upcoming deadlines of  September 30 and October 15 are fast approaching. Don't miss out on these funding opportunities!

Life After King's
 
Hosted by Professor Carrie Smith. King's Alumni will be on campus to discuss their careers - how they got there and how King's helped them along.
October 2 in LH 101 from Noon-1 p.m.

International Exchange 
 
Come learn about outgoing exchange opportunities during 2018-2019.
October 3
10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. KC119.

Faculty of Education Info Sessions
 
Thinking about teacher's college? Want to get your Master's as well as your teaching degree? Come to the Vitali Student Lounge and hear from different universities from the Faculty of Education.
October 4-5
International Thanksgiving Dinner
 
Join us in the Thames Market Cafeteria from
5 p.m. - 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 5
 for our annual Thanksgiving dinner! Open to all students.

Liturgy Schedule

Monday, September 25  Prayers with the Songs of TaizĂ© at 7 p.m. 
Tuesday, September 26 Eucharist at noon.
Wednesday, September 27 Eucharist at noon.
Thursday, September 28 Eucharist at noon. 
Friday, September 29 Eucharist at noon
Sunday, October 1 Eucharist at 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. at Windermere on the Mount.
Eucharist at 5 p.m. in Labatt Hall. 
To stay on top of all the exciting news and events at King's be sure to check out our  Event Calendar and King's News website!

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