Volume 8 | Issue 9 | November 2, 2020 |
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Enjoy a Restful Reading Week! |
Be safe, make smart decisions and enjoy a restful reading week!
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Be Featured
If you have any upcoming announcements, please email Communications to be featured in Things@King's. Deadline for submission is Wednesday at noon for the following week's edition.
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Parents/Supporters
You can receive the weekly Things@King's newsletter and keep up-to-date with everything going on at King's. Send an email to communications@kings.uwo.ca and include your name and email.
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King's Principal's Message: Communications |
Dr. David Malloy, King's Principal, discusses the many ways the Communications Department has worked to keep our community informed regarding COVID-19 measures, as well as events and initiatives taking place during the fall term.
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King's Welcomes New Club for International Students |
The King’s International Association will be the first club at King’s dedicated to the many International students at King’s, helping these students celebrate their culture.
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King's ITS has a new chat feature on their website. You can now chat with technical support Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. or on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The new chat feature pops up on the bottom right of the page. |
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Basic Income Forum: Panel Discussion |
United Way Perth-Huron’s Social Research and Planning Council is hosting a virtual basic income forum November 4 at 7 p.m. on YouTube.
Around the world, basic income – an unconditional cash transfer from government to individuals – is becoming recognized as an effective way to help eliminate income and wealth inequalities, reduce poverty and economic insecurity, improve health for individuals, address gender equality, and transform the relationship between people and work.
Dr. Tracy Smith-Carrier, Associate Professor of the School of Social Work will be on this panel discussion.
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The Write Place: Virtual Majlis |
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.
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Video Resources
The Write Place has prepared video resources for King's graduate school applicants!
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If you have any siblings or friends who might be considering King's as their school next year, our Virtual Open House is this Saturday, November 7!
Noon - 4 p.m.
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Food Donations for St. Joseph's Hospitality Centre |
The King's community continues to support members of the east end London Community by distributing lunch bags of pre-wrapped food outside of St. Joseph’s Hospitality Centre on November 7 from 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Donations of the following items would be greatly appreciated: juice boxes, fruit cups, crackers and cheese or cheese strings, apple sauce, pudding, sandwich meats, cheese slices, hard boiled eggs for egg salad, tuna, and bread to make sandwiches or pre-wrapped healthy alternatives. Non-perishable items can be dropped off at the parish hall entrance before Mass at Christ the King University Parish on Sunday, November 1, from 8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m., or Wednesday, November 4 from 6:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Donations can also be dropped off on November 7 between 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Hospitality Centre rear door.
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Life After King's on Zoom |
A panel of Thanatology alumni will share their professional experiences since graduating from King's. Join in the conversation as they describe their journey to their current careers and hear their advice for pursuing job opportunities with a Thanatology degree.
November 9 at 10 a.m.
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King's Annual Remembrance Day Service |
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King's Annual Remembrance Day Service will be held virtually this year. This will take place on Wednesday, November 11 at 11 a.m. live through YouTube and Facebook. |
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Fall 2020 MEM Help Centre |
The School of MEM is offering Zoom-based peer-to-peer tutoring for key courses. Runs every weekday until the end of December.
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Win King's Swag! Fill out the Survey |
You are being invited to participate in a research study titled 'COVID-19’s Impact on Student Attitudes and Learning’.
The survey can be completed here. The questionnaire should take approximately 15 minutes to complete. Participation will have you entered in a draw for a chance to win a piece of King’s swag. Your participation would be greatly appreciated.
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Western Job/Internship Events Calendar |
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Students interested in attending virtual job fairs can go to the Aggregated Events Calendar page and view the entire schedule for the rest of the term. The next information session is on November 3 at 1 p.m. DAN Management is holding an internship program information session. |
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Western COVID-19 Testing on Campus |
Western students, staff and faculty can get a COVID-19 test without an appointment at the Western Student Recreation Centre.
Upcoming Western COVID-19 Testing Centre hours:
Monday, November 2 – Friday, November 6:
9:30 a.m. - Noon
Saturday, November 7 – CLOSED
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.
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The health and safety of our campus is a shared responsibility. We must take thoughtful and persistent steps to take care of ourselves, each other, and our community.
One of ways you can take care of yourself is to get a flu shot.
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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.
Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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CMHA Virtual After Hours Crisis Appointments |
Virtual CMHA after hours crisis appointments:
Until December 3: Monday - Thursday from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Registration ends at 8 p.m.
Criteria: Must be an Ontario resident, student, and able to connect via internet or telephone.
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Journey Together: Sharing Our Lived Experiences |
This is a 5-week virtual support group for students who identify as racialized (Black, Indigenous, Person of Colour). This is a pilot wellness group that aims to create a safe and healing space to share lived experiences with race-related stress. Together in sharing our common lived experiences, we draw a collective voice to:
• not feel alone
• process and learn from each other's wisdom
• create a community to uplift and support one another
• empower through collective healing, growth, and transformation
This group begins on November 5.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Thursdays – November 5, 12, 19, 26, and December 3
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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.
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. |
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MASS SCHEDULE
In-person Mass is now being offered on Sundays at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 5 p.m. and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in The Chapel at Windermere on the Mount. You must register to attend Mass, in order to help us comply with the 30% capacity. Register here or contact the office at 519-963-1477 or lisa.caeiro@kings.uwo.ca. *Note that during Reading Week, Sunday 5 p.m. Mass will not be offered on November 1 and 8.
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CATHOLIC CURRENT
This new series will provide an interactive opportunity to learn the tenets of the Catholic faith from a variety of experts in their field. Topics to be discussed include Sacraments, the Bible, Church Structure, the Mass, Mary, the Saints, Stewardship and Christian living. The format is a half-hour lecture followed by a question and answer period. This weekly series takes place every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm virtually. Dr. John Dool, Dean of Studies at St. Peter's Seminary, will speak on Christian hope on November 5. Click here to register. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. |
VIRTUAL EVENING PRAYER
VIRTUAL SUNDAY CHILDREN'S PROGRAM
Virtual Sunday children's program takes place every Sunday at a new time of 11:30 a.m. Email Maija Wilson to register.
PASTORAL COUNSELLING
We continue to offer pastoral counselling through virtual appointments at this time. Contact Jim Panchaud or call 519-963-1477 to set up an appointment.
CAMPUS MINISTRY BROCHURE
Click here to view the Campus Ministry brochure which outlines our ministries and program offerings.
For regular updates:
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Breaking Open the Word - Scripture Reflection |
Interested in reflecting on Sunday Scripture and what it means for you? Join us Tuesdays from 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. for Breaking Open the Word. Contact Annette in Campus Ministry for more information or to get involved.
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THE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT & PEACE GROUP
The Student Development and Peace Group gathers online this year to explore issues of justice from a Catholic perspective. We support the work of Development & Peace - Caritas Canada and their work in the Canada and the Global South. The current campaign is "COVID-19 Recovering Together." We are in the process of creating a webinar for High School Students for the South Western Region of Ontario. Contact Annette Donovan Panchaud to become involved. |
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