Dr. Derek Silva, Assistant Professor of Criminology, has received an SSHRC grant for a study, “COVID-19, Serious Leisure, and Risk Tolerance: A case study of a CrossFit gym.” He will study identity, loss, and risk tolerance as the world returns to sport in the post-COVID-19 world.

Read the full story here.

Dr. David Malloy, King's Principal, discusses the many ways members of the King's community have stepped up and supported the greater community, especially in the time of COVID-19.

Testing on Saturday, October 10 may be available depending on demand during the week. 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.

Thinking about Teachers College? Don’t miss this! Attend the 2020 Faculty of Education Information Sessions where representatives from 10 different teacher education programs in Ontario will provide you with information to answer all your application questions.

To register to receive the zoom link contact acsd@kings.uwo.ca.

Please indicate which presentations you plan to attend.

From October 6 - 8.

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join fellow mature students for an informal gathering. Share your experiences, your struggles, and your successes with other students who may be experiencing the similar things. Email mature.student@kings.uwo.ca to register.

Students need to register for these workshops hosted on Zoom. Please email Claire Hass for the link.

Western is also running some law school webinars. Go to the Western webinars page.

Dr. Robert Ventresca will speak via Zoom on the topic of Religion in Mass Violence: New Directions in Research. This event is hosted by the History department at Western.

Email historyrsvp@uwo.ca or register at www.history.uwo.ca/events.

With the world going virtual and working from home, it's important to have the necessary skills to handle a virtual interview. Special guest Sue Marsh, Director of Human Resources at Davis Martindale Accounting Firm, will discuss the special considerations HR professionals need when conducting interviews. This will be followed by ways students can succeed when in the hot seat. Sue will also discuss how COVID-19 has impacted the interview process, and how to make yourself stand out more. All BMOS and KEMS members welcome.

Email kems@kucsc.com for the Zoom link.

King’s is putting the 'home' in Homecoming with a variety of virtual events taking place from October 15-18. With traditional events like the Friday Reunion featuring Rick McGhie, and new events like the King’s Fun Run, Baking Competition, and Trivia Night, there’s certainly something for everyone and all are invited to participate. For a full listing of King’s Homecoming events and to register, please visit the Homecoming page.

Photo submissions for the King’s Baking Contest will be accepted until October 15. Email a photo of your baked goods and recipes to alumni@kings.uwo.ca for a chance to win great prizes. Submissions will be shared on social media and final judging will be completed by a panel of retired faculty.

Put your knowledge to the test at our Homecoming Trivia Night. This new virtual event is hosted by Quiz Coconuts.

Pre-registration is required.

Young or old, fast or slow, anyone can participate in the #KingsHoco5K. Registered participants will receive a King's Homecoming sweat-wicking running shirt while quantities last. Share your photos with the King's community by tagging @KUCAlumni.

The Write Place at King’s announces the opening of its Virtual Majlis, an online space where students can practise their English conversation skills. The majlis will be hosted by Professor Sheri Henderson via Zoom every Thursday at 9:30 a.m.

We have added extra hours for the convenience of our students in different time zones!

Monday 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. / 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. / 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Thursday- Friday 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Make an appointment to discuss your writing with a friendly tutor.

The Big White Wall has been rebranded as Togetherall. Togetherall is a peer to peer online group. It's a safe space to talk, share, and support others like you.

The School of MEM is offering Zoom-based peer-to-peer tutoring for key courses. Runs every weekday until the end of December.

COVID Alert helps you protect yourself and your community by limiting the spread of the virus. It can let you know about potential exposures, even before symptoms appear. It does not use GPS or track your location.