Volume 9 | Issue 7 | October 18, 2021 |
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Celebrate Our Graduates
Celebrate the class of 2021 and all of their accomplishments! These students have worked so hard to get here.
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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 20 at 4:30 p.m. for the October 25 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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COVID-19 Screening
A friendly reminder to complete your COVID-19 screening before coming to campus everyday. If you are feeling unwell, please keep the King's community safe and remain at home. Thank you. |
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Philosophy Café
Philosophy Café is an open event where students can gather and enjoy some time for friendship and thinking on interesting philosophical issues. World Philosophies Café with Dr. Ginger Hegedus presents "Is there a West without an East?" Dr. Russell Duvernoy will be presenting "One World, Many Worlds, and the Question of Comparative Philosophy."
October 18 at 2:30 p.m. in BH 102.
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Learn More about Graduate School |
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Grad School Workshops
Learn more about how to apply to law school. Dr. John Grant and Dr. Andrea Lawlor are hosting this online workshop to help guide you.
Law School Application – Tuesday, October 19 at 10:30 a.m.
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Graduate School Application Information Session
School of MEM students can attend this online session where alumni will share their experiences of applying to and attending grad school.
October 21 from 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
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In Conversation with Misha Bower
Get to know Misha Bower, Creative Writing Specialist at The Write Place, as she discusses her writing and music.
October 19 from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the Kenny Theatre.
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KPSSA Trivia Night
Test your trivia knowledge! The King's Political Science Students' Association (KPSSA) is hosting a trivia night in the Kenny Theatre. You must register to join.
October 19 from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
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Ask Dean Joe
Your Dean of Students Joe Henry will be in the King Student Life Centre (SLC) to answer any questions you may have. Dean Joe will be featured on Instagram Live for a quick update. Tune in or stop by for a quick chat.
October 20 at 11 a.m.
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Games Night
Join King's International for a friendly competition of various board and console games.
October 20 from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Vitali Student Lounge
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King's Campus Clean-up
Join King's University College Students' Council (KUCSC) the Social Justice and Peace Club and Campus Ministry for a campus clean-up. Teams of five will be created and the group with the best team name and with the most garbage collected will win $25 gift cards! You must register for this clean-up event.
October 21 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Meeting spot: Outside of Dante Lenardon Hall.
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Life After King's: Social Justice and Peace Studies
Hear from recent alumni of the SJPS program and what led them to their current careers.
Panelists:
Jillian Bjelan ’19 – Huron Perth Public Health
Skylar Franke ’13 – London Environmental Network
Dan Vervaecke ’12 – DMA Rehability
October 21 from 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. on Zoom.
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Veritas Series for Faith and Culture: Dr. Phyllis Zagano
Dr. Phyllis Zagano is the next guest speaker for the Veritas Series for Faith and Culture this academic year. Her lecture is entitled "Catholic Women, Catholic Church: Where Do We Go From Here?" This will take place on Thursday, October 21 at 7 p.m. Register for this lecture.
The Veritas Series engages speakers from a variety of backgrounds to explore the depth of human experience and to articulate the truth – the fullness of humanity – to which we aspire. The Catholic Intellectual Tradition welcomes and embraces this exploration as a participation in the common good that enhances the world we inhabit. For more information or to register for each webinar, go to the Veritas Series website.
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London Newcomer Day
To help newcomers learn more about living, working and studying in London, the City of London is hosting the 2021 London Newcomer Day. Dr. Linda Weber, Manager of King's International, will be the moderator of this virtual event.
October 21 at 6 p.m.
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Halloween at King's
Your King's University College Students' Council (KUCSC), KAMP and Jack dot org are hosting some spooky events to get you into the Halloween spirit!
Trunk or Treat
Come to Parking Lot 1 for some sweet Halloween candy.
Nightmare on Epworth Street
Join in for some pumpkin carving! You must register for this event in order to receive a pumpkin to carve. Pumpkin carvers will also be treated to some pizza! Starts at 5 p.m. Donations accepted.
Both of these spooky events are on October 22 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. in P1 and in front of the King Student Life Centre.
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International Exchange Information Sessions
Do you want to enhance your global perspective while immersing yourself in a different culture? Join in for one of four Exchange Information Sessions. Please note that Fall/Winter 2021-22 exchange will be COVID-19 permitting.
October 27 at 11 a.m. in KC 119.
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Student Resources to Help with Exam Season
With mid-terms, exams and assignments approaching, Student Affairs would like to remind you of the resources available to you:
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King’s Learning Skills - time management, study strategies, information organization techniques, exam preparation, and much more.
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Learning Skills at Western - counsellors and staff members help you cope with the demands of post-secondary learning, helping to identify strengths and develop new skills and strategies for success.
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Complete Student Online Module - helping first-year students increase their understanding of expectations to help them thrive during their time in university.
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King’s Edge Videos – a range of videos that can assist as you transition through the semester.
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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. You 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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Alumna Presents at Black Catholic Theological Symposium
King's alumna Chanelle Robinson (BA '15), now a doctoral student in systematic theology at Boston College, presented at the 2021 Black Catholic Theological Symposium, held on October 7-9, 2021, at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana.
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MADS is on the Air as KEMS Club Launches Podcast
The King’s Econo-Math Society (KEMS) Club recently launched their own podcast: "Mondays for Analytics and Data Science (MADS)", covering all things analytics and data science (ADS).
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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 and running on October 20, 27 and November 10.
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Thrive at King's: Personally and Academically
Want to feel and do better but don’t know where to start? Accessibility, Counselling and Student Development (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 from 10:30 a.m. - noon.
This group is being offered through Zoom only.
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Personal Counselling
Students in need of counselling can access support through Student Affairs. Accessibility, Counselling & Student Development, has caring professional counsellors to support you 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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Appointments are available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. until December 8. Registration ends at 8 p.m.
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Building an Effective Cover Letter and Resume
Susan Ackland from Accessibility Counselling and Student Development will give useful tips on how to create an effective resume and cover letter that will help land you an interview.
October 19 at 2:30 p.m. in the Vitali Student Lounge.
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Career Resources
Job Boards
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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. 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.
CONFESSIONS: Father Paul Kim will be available to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation prior to masses at noon on Wednesdays and Fridays in the Christ the King Chapel (Wemple).
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SOCIAL JUSTICE CONFERENCE FOR YOUNG ADULTS: Listen to inspiring speakers, participate in meaningful workshops and connect with others who are seeking to build a just future for all. Sponsored by Canadian Jesuits International, the Youth for Others Advocacy Symposium will be held from October 23 - 24, with the theme of "Solidarity in a COVID-19 World." Registration is open until Tuesday, October 19. You can find more information or register. |
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 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 Donovan Panchaud 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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