Volume 10 | Issue 30 | April 10, 2023 | |
Good morning! Here is your Things@King's weekly update. | |
The deadline for Things@King's submissions has moved to Tuesdays at 4 p.m. Thank you for sending us your content! | |
Good Luck on Your Finals! | |
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Exam Season Information Page
You've made it this far and we would like to help make the smaller details easier for you to find. Everything you need to know is in one spot on the Exam Season Information page. Learn about study room availability, library and food service hours, mental health resources, shuttle bus times, and more. Good luck on your finals and exams!
Exam Stress Kits Available in the Library
During the exam period, the Library is providing exam stress kits. Stop by the service desk for your kit which includes a highlighter, pen, pencil, sticky notes, cue cards and a package of hot chocolate. One kit per student, while supplies last.
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Tutorial Sessions Available
The School of Management, Economics, and Mathematics is offering tutorial sessions for ECO1022B on April 13-14 to help students prepare for their upcoming exams. Please see the attached poster for full details.
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Mental Health and Wellness Resources at King's
CMHA offers after-hours crisis counselling for students virtually and in-person at Western until April 13 on Mondays and Thursdays from 5-9 p.m. To book an appointment, email CMHA.
You can access apps and online resources such as Good2Talk, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You will find free, confidential support 24/7 by texting GOOD2TALKON to 686868 or by calling 1-866-925-5454. Good2Talk is available by phone or text and in English, French and Mandarin.
Students can also access Togetherall, a peer-to-peer platform to connect with others experiencing similar feelings. They have trained professionals on hand, and this service is free to King’s students.
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Student Spotlight:
Every Little Bit Can Change A Life
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Trista Reid Brings Backpack Program to King's
Social Justice and Peace Studies (SJPS) student Trista Reid began collecting gently-used backpacks when she was 10 in an effort to help other children. “From a young age, I realized that education is a very important piece of fighting homelessness. Donating a backpack or school supplies helps someone receive an education with the essentials that are needed to be successful," says the first-year student. She has now brought her campaign to King’s to help other students.
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Late Night Breakfast
Join the KUCSC for their late-night breakfast and take some time to de-stress with friends during exams. Hang out, eat some breakfast foods and enjoy!
April 12 from 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. in the Garron Family Learning Lounge, King Student Life Centre.
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Mitacs: Supporting Canadian Innovation
Learn more about funding opportunities for those in the social sciences, arts and humanities. In this workshop, Wilson Luo, Senior Advisor of Mitacs, will provide an overview of grants and internship possibilities.
Mitacs is a non-profit organization that provides funding for partnership and student training through its independent programs and joint initiatives with Tri-Agency. As an affiliate, King's benefits from Western's membership of Mitacs.
April 17 at noon in Dante Lenardon 112. Hosted by the Academic Dean's Office.
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Summer Courses Begin This May
Help lighten the load of your next academic year! Summer courses begin on May 8 and run until August 11. There are still spots available in a number of Business, History, Math, Psychology, Social Justice and Peace Studies, Religious Studies, Thanatology and Writing courses. Please review the official Academic Calendar sessional dates online at westerncalendar.uwo.ca under ‘Sessional Dates.'
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Summer Residence Available in the Epworth Place Houses
If you need to stay near campus or want an affordable place to live this summer, the Epworth Place Houses are available from May 8 - August 15. Each house has four rooms, and includes housekeeping, maintenance, full kitchens, laundry, two or three washrooms, and spacious rooms.
$50 per night or $1200 per month.
If you are interested or have any questions, email Conference Services or call 519-433-3491 ext. 4452.
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The Global Undergraduate Awards
This is your chance to show off that project that got an A! The Global Undergraduate Awards recognize excellent coursework of students from around the world. Global Gold Medal recipients of the Undergraduate Awards are invited to Dublin to receive their medal and attend a three-day Global Summit (including complimentary travel and summit ticket).
Submit your work by June 7.
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Geese Are Nesting
Spring has sprung on campus. Western's Facilities Management has provided a list of safety tips to reduce conflict with Canada geese. Geese may become aggressive during spring, and it is up to us to be mindful of their nests.
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Ramadan
King's recognizes the importance of Ramadan to our Muslim students, faculty, and staff and has made special accommodations for this holy month. King’s has scheduled a dedicated Ramadan exam room from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. The Muslim Prayer rooms are on the lower level of Wemple.
Friday Congregation – Jumaa Prayer
The King's Muslim community is invited to join the Western Muslim Student Association (MSA) for Friday Congregation – Jumaa Prayer on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. in Wemple Room 057.
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Graduation Application Deadline
Congratulations! You're almost there! To graduate, you must apply at student.uwo.ca by April 30. You must verify the name to be announced and appear on your degree. Spring Convocation is on June 21. You will receive an email with more information about Convocation in May, so make sure you continue to check your UWO email.
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Graduating Survey
The Class of 2023 is invited to complete a short survey about their time at King's and future plans.
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Get Your Degree Frames
Custom-made King's University College degree and portrait frames are available for purchase through the King's Connection.
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Faculty Association Award
Graduating students may be eligible to apply for the Faculty Association Award, valued at $500. This award is granted based on academic success, as well as individual and social achievements at King's and/or in the community. An overall average of at least 75% is required. You can apply through your myKing's Student Portal. Applications are due by April 30.
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Join us for Sunday Eucharist
Masses are offered on Sundays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in The Chapel at Windermere on the Mount. Mass is at noon on Wednesday through Friday at Christ the King Chapel (main floor of Wemple Hall).
For regular updates: Follow @kingscampusmin on Twitter and Instagram, KUC.Campus.Ministry on Facebook.
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