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Things@King's Newsletter
Volume 6 / Issue 28 / March 11, 2019
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Student Appreciation Week
King's wants to show its students how much we appreciate them.
From
March 11 to March 15, we will be providing discounts,
free activities and draws for awesome prizes!
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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 to feature it in Things@King's and will place it into the
Events Calendar
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King's athletes receive attention from the London Free Press - King's student athletes, including Kelsey Veltman, fourth-year Bachelor of Arts with Major in Disability Studies student and Sara Villani, fourth-year Bachelor of Arts with Double Major in Psychology and Thanatology student, received media coverage in the London Free Press.
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In less than 3 minutes, completing your ITR guarantees you a spot for the Fall 2019 term. All returning students must complete this form. If you have any questions, please
submit them to the Academic Dean's Office. Stop by the Library Circulation Desk, Enrolment Services or the Academic Dean's Office to fill out a ballot for a chance to win prizes!
Deadline to complete your ITR is March 30.
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University Bridge is Now Open!
University Drive Bridge is now open and as a result,
the King's/Brescia shuttle buses will go back to the route used in the fall as of
Monday, March 11th.
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CMHA (Canadian Mental Health Association) will be at King's, offering walk-in support for anyone in need every Monday starting on March 11 until April 11.
Mondays from 5p.m. - 9p.m., in-person registration ends at 8 p.m.
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The April 2019 Exam schedule is now available by date and by subject.
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"Pope Francis: A Man of His Word" Screening
Christ the King University Parish invites you to the Vitali Lounge at King's for a screening of "Pope Francis: A Man of His Word." This 90-minute film offers a vision for a 21st-century church that is both relevant and inspirational.
March 12 from 7:15 - 9 p.m.
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GUYd: Gateway to Men's Mental Health Resources
This event seeks to educate the King's community on the issue of mental health concerns for men and the general lack of help seeking in this population. Free snacks and swag to raffle off!
March 13 from 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Spriet Learning Commons, King Student Life Centre
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Teachers College Information Session
The session provides students with information on applying to Teachers College, including admission requirements, how to apply, and answers to general questions.
March 13 at 2:30 p.m.
Labatt Hall 101
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The Wounded Body of Christ: Listening and Responding to Abuse in the Church
This is a theological colloquium co-sponsored by the
Centre for Advanced Research in Catholic Thought (CARCT) of King's University College on the Sexual Abuse Crisis in the Catholic Church.
March 14 - March 15
University of St. Michael's College, Toronto
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Creativity in the Kitchen
Participate in the making of a delicious meal with professional chefs at the Growing Chefs! Ontario headquarters.
Learn about food literacy and healthy eating on a student budget. Full dinner and transportation to and from King's provided!
March 15 from 4:30 - 8 p.m.
Growing Chefs Headquarters, 460 King St.
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Prisoners' Justice Film Festival Screening
The SJP Club, King's Criminology, and the Prisoners' Justice Film Festival will be hosting a screening of The Fifth Estate's documentary about the wrongful death of Soleiman Faqiri in a Lindsay, Ontario prison. A panel will include Yusuf Faqiri to speak about the death of his brother. Refreshments will be provided.
March 16 from 5 - 7 p.m.
Vitali Student Lounge
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Coffee House
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.
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.
March 19 & 20 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
King Student Life Centre, KC214
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Jack Talks with Jack.org at King's
Hear a trained and certified youth speaker inspire and educate through sharing their own personal experiences with mental health. A mental health panel featuring your King's peers will follow.
Joanne and Peter Kenny Theatre
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Reading Between The Wines with the Write Place
The Write Place, KUCSC, and the Department of English, French, and Writing invite you to this free event that involves creative writing, music, wine and cheese.
March 19 from 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Vitali Student Lounge
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Alumni from Disability Studies will be here to speak about what you can do with a
Disabilities Studies degree. There will be a question and answer period afterwards.
March 20 from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Vitali Student Lounge
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Law School Information Session
Western's Faculty of Law is returning to King's this year to offer an information session for students. Come with questions, leave with answers.
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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 about Intent to Register (ITR). Please stop by and say hello.
March 21 from 10 a.m. - noon
King Student Life Centre
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Edit Like an Expert
The Write Place invites you to a free academic writing workshop,
"Edit Like an Expert" with Dr. Emily Pez.
March 21 from 1 - 2:30 p.m.
King Student Life Centre, KC119
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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!
March 21 from 2 - 4 p.m.
Spriet Learning Commons, King Student Life Centre
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Veritas Series
Dr. Catherine Clifford will give a talk titled, "Not as Guests, but as Full Participants in Social and Ecclesial Life: Perspectives on Women in the Church Today".
March 21 from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Joanne & Peter Kenny Theatre
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Why the Kyoto School Today? (Philosophy Conference)
From March 21-24, 2019, The Centre for Advanced Research in European Philosophy at King's brings together leading international scholars to discuss the legacy of the the Kyoto School of Japanese philosophy and its relation and use of 20th century European thought to rethink fundamental concepts of being, nothingness, subjectivity, identity, power, sociality and politics.
March 21-24
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King's Grad Ball
Join us for a cocktail reception featuring champagne and hors d'oeuvres, followed by a grand ball and graduation awards.
March 22 from 6 - 11 p.m.
Double Tree by Hilton (300 King St.)
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20 years of CSI at King's
Join us to celebrate 20 years of CSI at King's! A keynote talk by Dr. Alan Pomfret, displays of current students' work, Life After King's, and delicious food.
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Change Mak(h)er Conference
The Change Mak(h)er Conference is an event to inspire young women to become interested in Politics and Civic Leadership, by showcasing different political and civic career paths and connecting them with strong female leaders in our community.
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The French Salon
The event, which is part of the course requirements for French 3570G, is a re-creation of a 17th century French salon, where aristocrats met to talk, play board games, dance, play music, drink tea and eat cakes, etc.
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Liturgy Schedule
March 11 - 7:00 p.m. - Prayers with the Songs of Taizé (CTK)
March 12 - noon - Eucharist (CTK)
March 13 - noon - Eucharist (CTK)
March 14 - noon - Eucharist (CTK)
March 15 - noon - Eucharist (CTK)
March 17 - 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. - Eucharist (WOTM)
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