December 17, 2013 | Vol. 1, Issue 15                             Like us on Facebook  Follow us on Twitter  View our videos on YouTube
Things at King's: Happy Holidays!

 

Good luck on your last week of exams, and to those who have finished already, congratulations! Have a safe and relaxing break, and we look forward to seeing you next semester.
  
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from all of us to all of you!
  

 

After the holidays, we will be celebrating the opening of the Darryl J. King Student Life CentrePlease join us on January 7th, 2014, at 12 noon for the ribbon cutting, and festivities to follow including treats and a live performance by Texas King!

 

   

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Follow us at @KUCatUWO and use #igotokings for your connection to all things at King's!

  

SUBMISSIONS: 

If you are involved in an event or have a story to share, email us at CommunicationsDeadline for submissions is Wednesday at noon for the following week's e-newsletter. The next Things at King's issue will be sent out on January 6th, 2014.

 

Cheers!


King's Communications Team

 
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King's Graduation Photos
 
King's University College graduation photos will take place between January 20th - 30th, 2014, in Room KC 214.

 

$25 Sitting includes:

  • 8 to 10 Poses in Grad Attire
  • 3 to 5 Poses in Casual Attire 
  • 11x14 copy of your Grad Class Composite

Book your appointment online at lifetouch.ca/western

 

Contact Lifetouch at 519-661-4252 or [email protected]

 
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Last week of the 24 Hour Library
 
December 6th-19th: Open 24/7
December 19th: Closes at 7:30 p.m.
December 20th: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
December 21st - January 1st: Closed
January 2nd - 3rd: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
January 4th: Closed
January 5th: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
January 6th: Regular hours
 
The following policies will be in effect during the exam period:
  • Your Western ONECard is required to enter the building after 9:00 p.m. Identification will be checked at the Service Desk.
  • The library will remain open as a study hall only. Circulation, cash transactions, reserve items, room keys and assistance with photocopiers, etc. will not be available between 11:45 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
  • The main floor is designated as a quiet study zone. Students may study individually or in a group with minimal conversation. Main floor group study rooms (A - E) and the Instruction Room will remain open from 11:45 p.m. until 8:00 a.m.
  • The second floor is designated as a silent study zone. Group study rooms (F - H) and private carrels on the second floor will be vacated and close at 11:45 p.m.
  • Cell phone use is allowed only in the foyer on the main floor.

There will be free taxi service available from King's and Brescia through Western campus between 10:30 p.m. and 8 a.m. (up to $11).  

 

A free shuttle service provided by the USC from 12:30 a.m. - 3:00 a.m. offers a safe way to get home. 

 

Click here for more details.

 
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Leaders wanted for Residence Life Staff
 
Applications are now available for the 2014-15 residence life staff. If you take an invested interest in others, desire a rewarding student leadership position and would like to add to your King's experience then apply today !

 

Living in residence is not a prerequisite to apply.

 

Applications due: Wednesday January 8, 2014

 
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Good2Talk

1-866-925-5454

 

24/7 Post-Secondary Student Helpline - free & confidential professional counselling service

 

 

King's Connection Lookbook 2013!


Looking for that perfect gift but don't know what to get?
Check out our lookbook for what we carry in store!

 

 

Upcoming Events 

 
Last day of exams
Dec. 19th
Thames Market closes at 11:30 a.m.

 

 
Library Closed
Dec. 21st - Jan. 1st
  
  
Christmas Eve Mass
Dec. 24th, 7:30 p.m.
The Chapel
Windermere on the Mount
1486 Richmond Street
  
  
Christmas Day Mass 
Dec. 25th, 10:30 a.m.
The Chapel, 
Windermere on the Mount
1486 Richmond Street 

 

 
First day of classes
Jan. 6th, 2014

 

 
Grand Opening of Darryl J. King Student Life Centre
Jan. 7th, 2014, 12 noon 
Join us for ribbon cutting and festivities including lunch, live music with Texas Kings, movies, popcorn, and more!
 
 
The Promise of Pope Francis: Our Hopes & Fears 
Jan. 8th, 2014, 7 p.m.
Joanne and Peter Kenny Theatre, SLC
A lecture by Father Donald Cozzens. Click here for more details. 
 
 
Moving Forward from Forgiveness to Compassion
Jan. 16th, 2014, 7:30 p.m.
Joanne and Peter Kenny Theatre, SLC
As part of King's Religious Life Lecture Series, Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish from the University of Toronto will speak about the universal language of hope and compassion. Click here for more details.
  
  
Campus Ministry's The Development and Peace Group 
Every Tuesday, 1 - 2 p.m.
W143b
Meet like-minded people, build community, share faith, make a difference. All are welcome!



Liturgy Schedule
Christ the King Chapel, Wemple Building

 
Sunday Eucharist: 
10:30 a.m., 'The Chapel' at 1486 Richmond
 
 
 
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