Siham Elkassem, BSW '15, MSW '16 and current doctoral candidate, discusses the barriers Muslim people face when finding support for addictions. Afternoon Drive host Chris dela Torre speaks with Siham Elkassem about her work. Elkassem has just completed a community project and publication with Dr. Rick Csiernik, Professor in King’s School of Social Work.

In an article in The London Free Press, Dr. Don Kerr, Professor of Sociology, examines how the population growth of the London area has been slowed due to COVID-19's effect on immigration.

Sea Shanties have been around since the 1600s and have helped sailors weather hard times. This would explain why sea shanties have gone viral across TikTok. King's Principal, Dr. Dave Malloy was quite happy to help create a sea shanty for King's. If you haven't seen it, have a listen. It will brighten your day.

Togetherall is a peer to peer online group. It's a safe space to talk, share, and support others like you.

Tired of screen time? Try going on a King's Roots walk. See the map here. Please note, the time listed is only a suggestion. Please enjoy a stroll around campus whenever it is convenient for you.

Although things may look and feel different this year, mental health matters now more than ever. King’s recognizes that the COVID-19 pandemic has left many struggling with isolation, fear and uncertainty. We are committed to supporting students, faculty, and staff on January 28 and beyond. On Bell Let's Talk Day, Bell will donate more towards mental health initiatives in Canada by contributing 5¢ for every applicable text, call, tweet and social media video view. Join the conversation with these hashtags:

We would love to see how you are practicing self-care at home. Post a photo and tag us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and TikTok 

Jack.org Self Care Draw

Hi King’s! Do you want a chance to win a $25 Starbucks e-card? In honour of Bell Let’s Talk Day, jack.org would like to hear how you take care of your mental health! Send a picture of yourself practicing self-care, a picture of your pet, or a blurb telling us how you practice self-care. Explain why self-care, mental health, and Bell Let’s Talk is important to you. Submissions can be kept anonymous if indicated. Please send them by email at jack.orgkings@kucsc.com, Instagram (@jackorgkings), or Facebook (Jack.Org King’s). Each submission will enter you in a draw to win one of three $25 Starbucks e-cards! Multiple submissions are accepted. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Jack.org is hosting a yoga and mindfulness session on Friday, January 29 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. on their Instagram and Facebook live! They will be practicing yoga and mindfulness skills with a licensed yoga instructor. Please let them know if you are interested by emailing jack.orgkings@kucsc.com, or by sending a message on Instagram (@jackorgkings), or Facebook (Jack.Org King’s)! Looking forward to seeing you!

The Write Place at King’s is happy to announce the Virtual Majlis, an online space where students can practise their English conversation skills is back for the Winter term. The majlis will be hosted by Professor Sheri Henderson via Zoom every Monday at 9 a.m.

Jenna Rose Sands, Producer of Atrocities Against Indigenous Canadians in conversation with Tom Cull.

Hosted by Tom Cull

Workshop a piece of writing or artwork with Dr. Cull and submit it for publication to a special edition of the WordFest Zine: Possible Utopias.

Call for Submissions will be up next week!

To register, please email tcull3@uwo.ca or click here to register.

If you're missing live music right now, we have a virtual solution for you! Join us live on the KUCSC Instagram with DJ Joze.

The KSCA will be holding their first club event - Introductory Game Night!

Get Hired at Home is a new virtual hiring expo connecting Canadian employers with International Students and Alumni from across the country. Hosted by Devant, in partnership with TalentEgg. The unique combination of proven career development workshops with an interactive networking event will enable top international talent to stay, work and succeed in Canada.

Learn how you can get involved.

Applications for a limited number of upper year residence spots in Epworth Place and King’s Commons are open for students studying in second year or above at King’s. Students choosing Upper Year Residence at King’s enjoy the perks of living and studying in a safe and convenient environment with major advantages over other off-campus housing options very near campus. These perks include an eight-month agreement, residence staff and security support, Wi-Fi, refundable deposits, and a strong community. Meal plans are optional for Upper Year Residence. Light housekeeping and access to Physical Plant requests (to complete repairs) are provided for both locations.

To start your application, email Residence.

Applications for the King’s at Rondine Seminar (SJPS 3211G) are still open. This is an international experiential course (delivered digitally for 2021) that engages King’s students with youth from the Rondine Centre for Peace, in Arezzo, Italy. Topics covered in this course include migration, conflict, humanitarianism, religion and society. This course is open to anyone at King’s in second year or beyond and in good academic standing. Students not in SJPS should consult with their academic program advisor should they wish to apply for this program.

Dr. Pietro PIrani and Dr. Mark Yenson are the lead faculty in this year’s seminar. For more information or to submit a statement of interest, please contact Jessica Sommers or Dr. Allyson Larkin.

The testing centre is open with a new online booking tool to schedule appointments up to three days in advance.

Please go to the Western COVID-19 testing page for the most up-to-date information. Please access the clinic Recreation Centre Clinic using the accessible entrance facing Huron Drive.

An eight week group to help you change how you feel by changing the way you think.

Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

This is a virtual group. Must have access to internet, audio and visual components. Open to all of Western and affiliates.

This group uses a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach to treat anxiety, depression, low self-esteem or to just cope better with stress. It is based on the Mind Over Mood Workbook by Dennis Greenberger, PhD and Christine Padesky, PhD. All individuals receive a free copy of the workbook.

This is an interactive skills group. Participants are expected to attend all sessions and complete the worksheets provided in order to build experience and confidence with the skills presented.

For registration please contact Veronica at v.ciszewska@cmhamiddlesex.ca.