Volume 11 | Issue 01 | August 21, 2023 | |
Here is your Things@King's weekly update. | |
The deadline for all submissions to Things@King's is 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Thank you for sending us your content. | |
Get Ready for the Fall Term | |
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Things@King's is back
Things@King's, your weekly newsletter, is back from its own "summer vacation." Whether you’re a returning student or about to start your first year with us, Things@King’s is THE place to be to stay up to date about events, news, and initiatives to make your King's experience the best it can be. Check your Western email inbox every Monday at approximately 10 a.m. to read Things@King's.
Are you hosting an event or have news about an on-campus student initiative to share with your classmates and the King's community? Submit your content by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday for consideration for next Monday's issue.
Missed an issue? Check our archives to read previous issues.
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Getting To King's
Due to space constraints, the number of parking spaces at King’s is limited. Students are advised to plan carefully before driving to King’s.
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There are nine parking lots on the King’s University College campus, and a limited number of guaranteed parking permits are available for purchase by students.
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Take advantage of your LTC passes and the free shuttle service to and from the Western main campus and Brescia.
- Parking on the streets adjacent to King’s is also limited. Parking restrictions are strictly enforced.
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King's has bike parking on campus. Check the King's Campus Map for the best place to lock up your bike.
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Getting Around Campus
Looking for your next class or the Student Life Centre? Our Campus Maps will help you get the lay of the land and make King's your place to be, become and belong. Get a different view of King's by taking the 360 Virtual Tour.
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Follow King's on Social Media
Keep up to date with King's, interact with other students and join the conversation about what's happening on campus and in the King's community. Follow us on social media @KingsatWestern on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter/X and at kingsatuwo on YouTube.
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What's Cooking at Thames Market this Fall?
Grant Spencer, the new Executive Chef for Aramark at King’s, will rely on your feedback and data from the King’s community to craft delectable dishes at the Thames Market this fall.
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Manik Singh's table tennis tale
Passion, hard work and unwavering support have taken fourth-year BMOS student Manik Singh from being a table tennis enthusiast to the highest-ranked player in Canada.
“King’s is a great place for athletes as it supports students in every way possible and has given me the opportunity to excel in my sport.”
Manik was also the subject of a story on CBC News.
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Keeping Up with King's
Please note: King's is operating under Summer Hours.
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On the Move
While you were away from campus this summer, several moves were made. These changes include:
- The Muslim Prayer Room has moved to FB003 to provide more space and access to washrooms.
- The Information Technology Services (ITS) Help Desk is now in W045.
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Work at King's
The Work Study program offers students the opportunity to work flexible hours on campus in jobs that accommodate your schedule. The Work Study program provides a regular source of income to students in financial need, lessening your overall debt load. The program offers valuable job training and experience that will contribute to your skill set.
Applications are now open.
The International Work Experience program is for International students who remain in Canada during the summer months. It allows you to work part-time on campus in jobs that accommodate your studies. The program provides a source of earnings and allows you to gain training and experience in a Canadian work environment.
Applications for 2023-24 will be accepted from August 25 to September 22, 2023.
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Homecoming
September 22-24, 2023
Join members of the King's alumni family, faculty, staff, friends, and other students for The Greatest Homecoming on Earth. There will be plenty of fun activities for everyone to enjoy including the Friday Night Live concert with Gareth Bush '13, Speed Mentoring, Faculty Chat, King's Fest and a screening of the Western Mustangs football game. This is a great chance to network while having fun with members of the King's community.
Register today for the Greatest Homecoming on Earth and plan your Homecoming weekend activities with the Calendar of Events.
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Parent and Supporter Session
August 22, 2023
7 - 8 p.m.
Held virtually
Your parents and supporters will still be a big part of your academic life, especially for first-year King's students. Invite your parents and supporters to bring their questions to our free virtual information session. Please register for this event.
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Student Reconnection and Learning Development Day
August 30, 2023
8:30 a.m.
King Student Life Centre
Sessions are for new incoming and upper-year students and will be hosted by The Write Place, Library Services, Learning Skills Services, King's ITS, and our Wellness Team.
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Orientation Week (OWeek)
September 3 - September 9, 2023
The King's Head Soph Team has created a tremendous week of Orientation events for new students. Check the 2023 OWeek schedule to learn how you can get involved in the fun. It will be a great way to start your new life at King's.
Follow kingsfirstyear and check your Western email regularly for information about Campus Connection, the Off-Campus BBQ, and OWeek.
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Mature/Transfer Student Community Meet & Greet
September 8, 2023
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Wemple Vitali Lounge
All Mature/Transfer students are invited to a pizza lunch. This will be a great chance to meet other students (incoming and upper year) in the community and connect with people in your program.
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OServes Car Wash
September 9. 2023
Noon - 3 p.m.
P1 Parking Lot
Come support the King's Sophs this year as they host their annual Car Wash for OServes Day. OServes is the Sophs' Charity Day during OWeek where they participate in fundraising events to raise money for our community. All the proceeds raised from the car wash will go to the Health and Homelessness For Change Fund in London.
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Join us for Sunday Eucharist
Masses are offered on Sundays at 10 a.m. in The Chapel at Windermere on the Mount (WOTM). Evening Mass will be on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at WOTM. Noon Mass at King's will resume in the fall.
For regular updates, follow @kingscampusmin on Twitter and Instagram, KUC.Campus.Ministry on Facebook.
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Let Communications help you with events promotions
We want to help promote your events! Let the Communications department know by submitting your event via the posting request form. If you have a submission for the newsletter, email communications@kings.uwo.ca. Keep descriptions brief (50 words or less) and please submit by Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. Thank you and we appreciate the great events you organize for King's.
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