Volume 10 | Issue 37 | June 26, 2023

Good morning! Here is your Things@King's bi-weekly summer update.

Things@King's will be taking a summer break for July! We will return to sending you updates in mid-August. Have a wonderful summer!

King's administrative offices will be closed on Friday, June 30 for the Canada Day holiday.

Your Convocation Coverage

On June 21, the King's community gathered to celebrate our graduating students' accomplishments as part of our Spring Convocation. 644 graduates joined our alumni family.

If you were unable to attend Convocation or want to relive some of the memories, you will want to check out the TikTok video, the recorded broadcast of the ceremonies and photos posted to King's social media, including Facebook and Instagram.

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2022-2023 Board of Directors' Gold Medal Award Recipients! The awards were given to 13 deserving graduates of the Class of 2023. We know these graduates will do great things and wish them all the best in their careers and academic pursuits.

Shelley Niro presented with honorary degree

Congratulations to painter, photographer and filmmaker Shelley Niro, MFA '97, (second from left) who received a Doctor of Laws, honoris causa (LLD), at the Spring Convocation ceremony. "I come from people that had stories to tell. Knowledge and histories they wanted to pass on. Their stories become a part of your work and your work holds onto the memories that are shared within that circle," Niro said as she addressed the audience.

Procession From Above

The procession of graduates is a tradition at King's where graduates are led by a piper, and faculty line the walkway to applaud. It's an amazing moment that was captured by a drone photographer on June 21 after the morning convocation and before the afternoon convocation.

Do you have a great photo of King's to share? Send your hi-res photo to Communications with a brief description (50-75 words) and it might appear in a future issue.

Maili Walker - Head Soph

Maili Walker is a fourth-year Honours Double Major in Psychology and Child Youth Studies student, with a certificate in Public Policy and Law. She says being a King’s student means being part of a tight-knit community. “You walk through campus and almost always see a familiar face. King’s makes you feel like a part of something special,“ says Maili.

Maili adds that the unique Soph experience has been incredible. “Leading the next generation of Sophs to welcome first-year and incoming students is so rewarding. It makes me so proud to be part of this program.”

Dr. Harris Shares Expertise on Grief in Aftermath of Manitoba Bus Crash

Dr. Darcy Harris, Professor of Thanatology, talked to CBC News' Sarah Galashan about how the crash survivors and their community can cope with grief and trauma in the wake of the tragic bus crash outside of Dauphin, MB, on June 15, 2023.

Go Green with King's: Commingled Recycling on Campus 

Calling all eco-warriors! King’s uses commingled recycling on campus. You can conveniently toss your paper and clean containers (plastic, glass, coffee cups) into the same recycling bin. For more information on recycling at King's, including composting and other sustainable practices, visit King’s Recycling and Compost.

Black Education Fund

The Black Education Fund is accepting applications for their Black Education Fund scholarship or bursary award. The successful applicants for the Roster Scholarships will receive $1,000 per year, for every year of their program (up to a maximum of four years). 

Deadline to apply: July 9

Register Today for the Greatest Homecoming on Earth!

With events for everyone, you won’t want to miss any of the fun on September 22-24. Check out last year's Homecoming video and get a sense of what's to come!

Career Resources

Career Resources

• Career Connect
• Western Careers
• Careers: Students and New Professionals - Learn more about Ontario Public Service opportunities for students and new professionals.

Job Boards

• King’s Job Board
• Outcome Campus Connect

Devant Career Events - Building Soft Skills for Social Connections

Learning how to communicate effectively in a multicultural work or school environment is more than just what you say. It is how you say it! Soft skills are necessary to be successful in creating relationships and fitting into the culture of an organization and community.

In this interactive webspiration (webinar filled with inspiration), Devant will talk about concepts, strategies and easy to implement actions that can help you stand out and make a lasting impression. Bring your energy, ideas, and questions.

Virtually on July 5 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Perfecting your LinkedIn Profile

Join our career coaches at this interactive workshop to learn more about how to stand out on LinkedIn, tailor your profile to your desired industry, and attract employers to you! 

Topics include: 

• Key pieces of the LinkedIn profile explained 
• How the LinkedIn algorithm works and what you can do to show up in more searches 
• The best ways to reach out and make new connections  

Virtually on July 12 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Devant Career Cafe

Join Devant career coaches to discuss your job search and grow your network with your fellow peers. This is your chance to get your important questions answered by an expert - whether it is resume, LinkedIn, interview, or networking advice, Devant will point you in the right direction.

Virtually on July 19 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Q&A: Immigrating to Canada

This is your opportunity to hear the latest IRCC updates from a Canadian Immigration Lawyer.

Ziah Sumar, Barrister, Solicitor, Partner, Long Mangalji LLP will provide important immigration information for international students and answer a selection of questions live. 

Virtually on July 26 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Learn more about how Devant can help International students.

Mental Health and Wellness Resources at King's

You can access Good2Talk, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You will find free, confidential support 24/7 by texting GOOD2TALKON to 686868 or by calling 1-866-925-5454. Good2Talk is available by phone or text and in English, French and Mandarin.

Togetherall, is a peer-to-peer platform that connects with others experiencing similar feelings, and is available to all students. They have trained professionals on hand, and this service is free.

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