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Volume 7 | Issue 24 | January 20, 2020

Celebrate the Year of the Rat

On January 25, we celebrate the Lunar New Year--the Year of the Rat. Since the Rat is the first Zodiac sign in Chinese Astrology, this year represents a new cycle and new beginnings. It also symbolizes wealth, prosperity, and vitality. Please join the King's community to celebrate the Year of the Rat on January 24 in the Vitali Student Lounge.

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Exchange Information Session

January 22

King's International Exchange Program offers opportunities to study internationally for one term or a full year while earning credits towards your degree and paying tuition to King's.

Salsa and Pizza Social

January 22

Join dance instructor Balmore Gamez to learn beginner steps. Enjoy pizza with your new dance friends!

Life After King's: Sociology

January 23

Hear from Sociology alumni and find out how you can leverage the strengths of your King's degree.

Veritas Series

January 23

Bishop Linda Nicholls is giving a talk titled "That They May Be One."

School of MEM Social

January 24

This event celebrates the School of MEM, and honours those who provide students with networking opportunities, as well as those who are building a strong foundation for our future as a growing school of management.

Blanket Exercise

January 28

The KAIROS Blanket Exercise program is a unique, interactive and participatory history lesson developed in collaboration with Indigenous Elders, knowledge keepers and educators.

The Storytellers Contest

Deadline: January 28 at 5 p.m.

In three minutes or 300 words, tell us why a SSHRC-funded research project matters for a chance to win $3,000 or more.

Life After King's: Psychology

January 29

Hear from Psychology alumni and find out how you can leverage the strengths of your King's degree.

Bell Let's Talk Day

January 29

Mental health and wellness involves finding a balance in all aspects of life, including physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. King's is committed to supporting all students, staff, and faculty in reaching their highest potential, and that includes providing a multitude of wellness resources available on campus.

A talk and reading by Djamila Ibrahim

January 29

The Centre for Creativity presents a talk and reading by Djamila Ibrahim, author of Things Are Good Now.

Join the MOODment program

Begins January 21

Join us in a 10-week group intervention that combines more traditional group counselling with moderate-intensity physical activity in a fun & supportive context.

King's Players Theatre Company Presents: Heathers the Musical

January 29-February 1

King’s Players Theatre Company is excited to announce that this year’s musical will be “Heathers.” Heathers The Musical is the darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer, a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless clique at Westerberg High: the Heathers.

King's Commons on Richmond

King’s is pleased to announce King’s Commons on Richmond, new apartment-style residences that will be available in Fall 2020, located at the corner of Richmond Street and Epworth Ave. Students will be able to choose an eight-month residence option for $8,900 with optional meal plan.

Contact Residence for application link.

Sexual Violence Policy Review Deadline Extension

King’s is extending the deadline for the Sexual Violence Policy Review so you still have time to submit your feedback. Please review the current policy and provide your comments before January 31, 2020.

Liturgy Schedule

Jan. 21 at noon- Eucharist (CTK)

Jan. 22 at noon- Eucharist (CTK)

Jan. 22 at 7 p.m.-Prayer for Christian Unity (WOTM)

Jan. 23 at noon- Eucharist (CTK)

Jan. 24 at noon- Eucharist (CTK)

Jan. 26 at 10 a.m.- Eucharist (WOTM)

Jan. 26 at 5 p.m.- Eucharist (WOTM)

See more about Mass times and locations.

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