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Things@King's Newsletter
Volume 6 / Issue 23 / February 4, 2019
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Intent to Register
Have you completed your Intent to Register yet?
Intent to Register is your opportunity to express your intent to return to King's in September 2019 - it also gives you an opportunity to indicate your desired degree and program choices. Complete your ITR
before March 31 to secure a priority course selection
appointment for June/July.
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If you have any upcoming events, please submit an event posting request or send an email to Communications.
We will try and feature it in Things@King's and will place it into the
Events Calendar
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Catch Me If You Can by the King's Players - Joe Belanger of
the London Free Press has published a focus on the King's Players presentation of Catch Me If You Can.
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London Transit braces for backlash against route changes - Joe Henry, Dean of Students, is quoted in a
London Free Press story about proposed changes to LTC bus routes and schedules.
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Western and affiliates expand mental health resources for students, staff, and faculty - Over the past few years, Western University and its affiliates have added to the roster of mental health resources, marking a more holistic and pedagogical approach that will hopefully respond to changing needs and advocacy from students, faculty and staff.
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KUCSC Referendum
Stop by the voting booth to vote "yes" or "no" to a $5 fee increase to fund the Student Refugee Program, aimed to support over 130 student refugees per year through partnerships with Canadian campuses. This program is run by the World University Service of Canada program.
February 4 and 5 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Garron Lounge
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ADO Information Session
The Academic Dean's Office is hosting an information session designed to help students with any questions or concerns they might have about completing their Intent to Register.
February 5 at 12:30 p.m.
Labatt Hall, 105C
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Paragraphs that Impress Workshop
The Write Place offers a free workshop: "
Paragraphs that Impress"
with Professor Jeremy Greenway.
February 5 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
King Student Life Centre, KC 119
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Life After King's: Childhood and Social Institutions
Alumni from Childhood and Social Institutions will be here to speak about what you can do with a Childhood and Social Institutions degree. There will be a question and answer period afterwards.
February 6 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Labatt Hall, LH220
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Western Job Fair 2019
Meet employers, make connections, and discover job and internship/co-op opportunities at the Job Fair! There will be over 60 organizations from different industries eager to speak to you. The Fair is open to all faculties and programs. RSVP to this event to stay in-the-loop!
February 5 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Western Student Recreation Centre
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STARS Learning Lab Open House
Entire King's community is invited to come out and meet our Peer Learning Coaches and learn more about the services and supports available through this peer-to-peer coaching and mentoring initiative that facilitates students' skill development and confidence in utilizing learning skills and everyday educational technology.
February 6 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Wemple 022
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French Immersion Information Session
Attend the information session about how you can learn French in Quebec this summer through the Trois-Pistoles program. Bursaries are available to cover most costs!
February 6 at 2 p.m.
Vitali Student Lounge
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Cultural Festival
You are invited to the 16th Annual Performing Arts Cultural Festival. The Performing Arts Festival will feature cultural performances from the King's, Western and London communities. Donations can be made to the St. Joseph's Hospitality Centre. Light refreshments will be provided following the Cultural Festival.
February 6 from 7 - 10 p.m.
Joanne and Peter Kenny Theatre
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Please join us for a night of music, poetry and art as we welcome all King's students to share their talents. We invite you to indulge in a warm coffee, relax and enjoy the music. No previous experience is required.
February 6 from 8 -10 p.m.
Spriet Learning Commons, King Student Life Centre
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Indigenous Knowledge Keeper
Indigenous Knowledge Keeper, Liz Akiwenzie, will be on campus to answer any questions about the traditions and history of indigenous culture. Bring your tea or coffee for an informal sharing of knowledge.
February 7 from 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
February 14 from 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
King Student Life Centre, KC214
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Sr. Teresa Maya, CCVI will be giving a talk titled, "Encounter as Bridging and Crossing." The Culture of Encounter is a multi-dimensional call. We are challenged to build bridges across all that divides humanity, but we are also encouraged to cross the bridges others have built. What are the competencies today's Christians need to embrace in order to build and cross bridges?
February 7 from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Joanne & Peter Kenny Theatre
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Join King's International to celebrate the Year of the Pig! Enjoy delicious traditional dishes from London's local restaurants Thuan Kieu and Kambie. Please RSVP to this event page to secure your spot!
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St. Joseph's Hospitality Centre
On the first and second Saturday of the month, King's gathers at the St. Joseph's Hospitality Centre on Dundas Street to foster community with our brothers and sisters in the core of the city. We provide music, crafts, something to eat and some fellowship. They p
rovide us stories of hope.
February 9 from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
707 Dundas St., London, Ontario
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Coffee With Your Counsellor
Have questions about your program, degree, graduation, or any academic-related inquiry? Come and have a chat over a cup of coffee with a counsellor in the Learning Commons. Coffee and snacks provided!
February 11 from 2 - 4 p.m.
Spriet Learning Commons, King Student Life Centre
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Excel Workshop
The School of MEM is hosting an Excel Workshop with topics including data analysis tool pack, solver add in, regression, charts, and pivot table. Bring your own laptop!
February 13 at 4:30 p.m.
King Student Life Centre, KC005
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Ask Joe
Your Dean of Students, Joe Henry, will be in the Student Life Centre from 10 a.m. - noon to answer any questions you may have. Please stop by and say hello.
February 14 from 10 a.m. - noon
King Student Life Centre
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Resume Writing Workshop
Need to polish your resume for that summer job?
The Write Place and Accessibility, Counselling and Student Development offer
a w
orkshop and free pizza!
The Best Resumes
with Susan Ackland, Career Counsellor.
February 14 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
King Student Life Centre, KC 119
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Cross-Cultural College Summer Program
King's International presents the Cross-Cultural College (Summer Program) at Kwansei Gakuin University in Japan.
There's two summer programs available, a Global Internship and Global Career Seminar. Both programs give students the opportunity to work hands-on with a Japanese company.
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Awards of Excellence in Teaching
As you reflect on your time at King's, has there been a professor who stood out and made a difference in your education or your life? Nominate a professor (full-time or part-time) who you think deserves the Excellence in Teaching Award. The deadline for nominations is February 15.
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Nominate teachers and librarians for OCUFA Awards
Each year, the Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA) recognizes outstanding teachers and academic librarians in Ontario through its Teaching and Academic Librarianship Awards. Nominate someone who you think deserves this award.
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TD Insurance Meloche Monnex Program
As a King's employee, you have access to the TD Insurance Meloche Monnex program. This means you and your family can get preferred insurance rates on a wide range of home and car coverage that can be customized for your needs. Simply mention that you're a King's University College employee when you request a free, no-obligation quote, and see how much you can save.
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Renter's Insurance
Affinity program partner
TD Insurance helps you understand why you need renter's insurance and how it can protect you and your belongings. Mention that you are a
student at King's University College when you request a free, no obligation quote, to ensure that you get the
King's preferred rates.
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Liturgy Schedule
February 5 - noon - Eucharist (CTK)
February 6 - noon - Eucharist (CTK)
February 7 -
noon - Eucharist (CTK)
February 8 - noon - Eucharist (CTK)
February 10 - 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. - Eucharist (WOTM)
See all the full liturgy schedule.
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