Volume 9 | Issue 5| October 4, 2021 |
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Western's Virtual Career Fair
Join in for Western's hirewesternu virtual Career Fair! Through their virtual platform, Brazen, students will be connected to hundreds of employers.
October 5 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
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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, October 6 at 4:30 p.m. for the October 11 newsletter.
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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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Hosting an Event at King's?
Let the Communications Department know by submitting your event via the posting request form. This lets the entire communications team know about your event in advance and what you need in terms of promotions and/or event coverage. We are always happy to help, and this allows us to know how we can best support your event.
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Be Well: Building Confidence, Adaptability and Optimism
Would you like to develop strategies for building your well-being? If so, please join us for any or all of the four sessions of ‘Be Well’ when we will use a variety of approaches, including discussion, activities and mindfulness techniques, to address the following topics:
- Overall health & wellness
- Coping with stress
- Managing motivation/procrastination
- Exploring identity
- Navigating relationships with self and others
- Mindfulness strategies
- Supports
The group will be held virtually on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. – noon for four weeks, starting October 6 and running on October 13, 20 and 27.
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Thrive at King's: Personally and Academically
Want to feel and do better but don’t know where to start? ACSD is offering a series of six workshops to help students academically and personally. During these workshops we will address topics such as:
- Activating agency - Transitions
- Building new habits - Perseverance and persistence
- Cultivating curiosity - Connections & compassion
- Leading from strengths - Flourishing
- Wide awake learning - Balance
Build motivation, optimism and resilience along with learning essentials like time management and effective studying. You can shift your university experience to something better.
Thrive will be on Fridays beginning October 15 from 10:30 a.m. - noon.
This group is being offered virtually through Zoom only.
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Personal Counselling
Students in need of counselling can access support through Student Affairs. At Accessibility, Counselling & Student Development, they have caring professional counsellors to support students in managing personal concerns more effectively.
King’s is offering same-day individual counselling. To set up an appointment with a counsellor, please complete the appointment request form or call 519-433-3491 ext. 7800.
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Be on the Ice Rink Committee
King's University College Students' Council is planning to redevelop the ice rink (behind Alumni Hall) to make it a more useful space for students. If you are interested in the development of the proposal for this project, please reach out to Andrea Jolliffe at general.manager@kucsc.com. |
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Faculty of Education Information Sessions
Thinking about teacher's college? Attend the 2021 Virtual Faculty of Education Information Sessions where representatives from 10 different teacher education programs in Ontario will provide you with information to answer all of your application questions.
To receive the Zoom link contact acsd@kings.uwo.ca. Please indicate which presentations you plan to attend.
October 5 and 6 at 11:30 a.m. and October 7 at 10:30 a.m.
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Grad School Workshops
If you would like to learn more about how to apply to grad school, scholarships and law school, Dr. John Grant and Dr. Andrea Lawlor are hosting three workshops to help guide you through.
How to Apply to Graduate School – Tuesday, October 5 at 10:30 a.m.
Graduate School Scholarship (OGS/SSHRC) – Tuesday, October 12 at 10:30 a.m.
Law School Application – Tuesday, October 19 at 10:30 a.m.
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International Thanksgiving Dinner
King's International is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for students who may have never experienced one before. This dinner is for international students only.
October 6 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. in the Thames Market.
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St. Joseph's Hospitality Centre
Our community will be returning to the St. Joseph's Hospitality Centre on October 9 to distribute bagged lunches from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. We are in need of pre-packaged, non-refrigerated food donations such as juice boxes, granola bars, raisins, fruit cups etc. We are also looking for volunteers to help at the Hospitality Centre on October 9. If you have any questions or would like to participate please contact Annette Donovan Panchaud at annette.donovanpanchaud@kings.uwo.ca. Thank you for your kindness and generosity. |
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All Things King's English |
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Archive Fever
King's English students are invited to visit the Eaton Special Collections room, located on the main floor of the King’s library. This room contains a number of fascinating rare books and manuscripts, some of which date back to the medieval period.
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Art for Heart's Sake: Artwork on the King's Campus
English students are invited to tour artwork found across the King’s campus. This includes paintings, stained glass and sculptures. How many works can you find? Who are the artists? Feel free to browse on your own or bring along a friend or two.
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In Progress: A Writing Café for English Students
English students can meet informally on Friday afternoons for an hour in order to work together quietly on any of their essay assignments, and then stay on for an optional half-hour to discuss and support their work-in-progress. Students may want to appoint a student moderator each time.
Every Friday at 2 p.m. in the King Student Life Centre (SLC).
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Check Us Out: King's English Profs in the Library
Did you know that your English professors are always in the library at King’s? We literally live in the stacks on the second floor! Come and find the books they’ve written, check them out of the library, read them at your leisure, and let your English faculty know what you think.
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The School of Mathematics, Economics and Management (MEM) is hosting a MEM Help Centre for specific courses throughout the week. These help sessions are available Monday to Thursday from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. and on Fridays from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Students do not need an appointment and can drop-in at any time during the designated hours.
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MOS Internship Information Session
The School of Mathematics, Economics and Management (MEM) is hosting an information session for those who might be interested in learning more about the Management and Organizational Studies (MOS) Internship Program. Students can attend this information session and learn more about the opportunity to participate in an eight to 16 month for-credit, paid internship during their degree.
October 5 from 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Vitali Student Lounge
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Listen to the MADS Podcast to Win Air Pods!
The King's Econo Math Society (KEMS) has released its first episode of the Mondays for Analytics and Data Science (MADS) Podcast. It is written and hosted by former KEMS Club president and King's graduate, Chris Quadros '21, and current KEMS Club president and third year BMOS student, Stephanie Figueiredo. The podcast covers introductory principals on game theory, how it is relevant in everyday decision making and what linear programming is.
Like, comment or subscribe on Spotify or YouTube to be entered into a draw for air pods, or enter through the KEMS Instagram. The winner will be announced on the second podcast in late October. |
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Western's On-Campus Vaccination and Testing Centre Is Open
Western’s on-campus vaccination and testing centre is open in the Graphic Services Building. Students can book an appointment for first and second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, as supply allows. Any registered student with an active Western username and password can book a test or a vaccine appointment using the online booking tools. Some walk-in appointments are available.
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Calling all goal getters! If you're ready to pursue your creative passions and make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality, then this conference is for you!
October 5 - 7 from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. (each day).
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Career Resources
Job Boards
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Dr. David Malloy, King's President, addresses the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: "We all have a responsibility to listen, learn and take time to reflect about the impact of residential schools. We wear orange today to honour and support those who survived residential schools and to remember those who did not."
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Social Work Professor Contributes to Meaningful Conversation with New Project
Dr. Rick Csiernik of the King’s School of Social Work will ally with Trinidadian-born author Grace Ibrahima to deliver black answers to white questions from grade five to eight students at The Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum.
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JOIN US FOR SUNDAY EUCHARIST
Sunday Eucharist takes place in a beautiful chapel built by the Sisters of St. Joseph, at Windermere on the Mount, 1486 Richmond St. (the corner of Richmond Street and Windermere) - only a 15 minute walk north of campus. Masses are at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. The 11 a.m. Mass is live-streamed to our Facebook page and YouTube Channel. The 5 p.m. Mass has resumed on Sundays, followed by a community meal (served outdoors, COVID and weather permitting). For capacity and contact tracing purposes, we kindly ask that you register for Mass in advance here. Go to the back of the building and follow the signs. We hope to see you there! |
DAILY MASS: Daily Mass is being offered on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon in Christ the King Chapel (first floor of Wemple Building). Space is very limited. Please contact the Campus Ministry office at 519-963-1477 or lisa.caeiro@kings.uwo.ca to reserve a space.
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DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE GROUP: The Student Development and Peace Group at King’s University College is revving up for another year! If you are interested in engaging in meaningful conversation about issues of social justice, understanding how we can effect change in the world today, making a difference in people’s lives, and building community, please contact Annette Donovan Panchaud to get involved.
SEEKING UNIVERSITY STUDENT LEADERS: We are seeking university student leaders who wish to engage children of various age groups 0-16 in learning about their faith throughout the course of the year. If you are interested and want to learn more, contact Maija Wilson.
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ANNUAL STUDENT RETREAT: October 22 to 24. As pandemic restrictions allow, this is being planned as an in-person experience at Holy Family Retreat House in Harrow, Ontario. Cost is $50 and covers accommodation, meals, and transportation. Space is limited. To register, contact Annette at annette.donovanpanchaud@kings.uwo.ca or 519-433-3491 ext. 4423. |
VIRTUAL BIBLE STUDY: Zoom Bible study for students meets virtually every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. If you are interested in meeting other faith-filled students and growing your faith, contact Annette Donovan Panchaud for more information. |
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